Georgia Injury Blog

When you discuss your accident with the insurance company or your attorney, you may hear the phrase “comparative fault” or “comparative negligence.” These are legal terms used to describe how insurers decide who is responsible for an accident, who should be compensated for their injuries, and how much they should receive. What does it mean…

One of the most commonly asked questions from people who were injured in accidents caused by others is how long their case will take. Insurance claims and lawsuits differ in procedures. Additionally, there are various deadlines that could move everything along and obstacles that might bring the process to a screeching halt. The duration of…

If you pursue a personal injury case and it goes to trial, you have to go through a discovery process. That means your attorney and the defense lawyer will request evidence from the other side. Whether you were injured in a car crash, workplace accident, or another scenario, opposing parties will gather evidence to prove…

Mediation is a means of settling disputes with the assistance of a neutral third party. It’s critical to understand the process if you want to reach a favorable agreement with the other person. You could voluntarily participate in mediation. However, in Georgia, it is becoming more and more common for judges to require mediation before…

People love dogs. Some of us can’t resist reaching out to pet any dog we meet and, sometimes, that’s not the right thing to do. You might find yourself on the dangerous end of a set of sharp doggie teeth. If you’ve been bitten by a dog, can you get compensation? The answer is “probably.”…

If you are involved in a personal injury case, at some point you will need your medical records. There are several ways you can go about getting them, but you will need to get them, and you should start early, because it will take some time. Although doctors’ offices often say they can have them…

If you were injured in the residential property you rent, the landlord or owner may be responsible to compensate you for some or all of your injuries and losses. How do you prove this, and what steps do you need to take before going to court? Before you take any action, Chris Hudson Law Group…

A hit-and-run accident is shocking and unexpected. You probably never thought someone would hit you with their car and drive away without checking to see if you’re injured. You might wonder how to handle the situation and whether you’ll ever locate the careless driver. You should call the police to report the accident and seek…

If you suffered a traumatic brain injury in an accident someone else caused, you might wonder what to do next. Most people don’t know how to handle an insurance claim or lawsuit after someone’s negligence causes their injuries. You know you need medical treatment but probably feel confused about what else you can do to…

A spinal cord injury occurs when the nerves at the end of the spinal cord or a part of the spinal cord suffers damage. This type of injury can affect sensation, strength, and other bodily functions below the injury site. Pain, impaired mobility, and loss of sensation are common symptoms after sustaining a spinal cord injury.…