Category: Personal Injury
Georgia Bus Operator May Face Punitive Damages Over Accident
Many auto accidents are caused by drivers operating vehicles on behalf of their employers. When this happens, the employer is …
Read MoreGeorgia Military Base Not Liable for Accident Caused by Defective Gate
In a premises liability claim, an accident victim alleges that a property victim’s negligence caused his or her injury. Depending …
Read MoreGa. Court of Appeals Upholds $1.15 Million Personal Injury Verdict Against Convenience Store
In November 2015, two men stopped at an Atlanta gas station and convenience store. One man stepped out to get …
Read MoreU.S. Postal Service Sued Over Harris County Accident
Following most car accidents, the victim has the right to file a personal injury lawsuit against the negligent driver in …
Read MoreCourt of Appeals: Sunlight is Not an “Extraordinary and Unexpected” Driving Hazard
Tort law is designed to remedy injuries caused by acts of man, as opposed to “acts of God.” Under Georgia …
Read MoreCourt of Appeals Revives Asbestos Lawsuit Against Gasket Manufacturer
The dangers of asbestos have now been known for decades. Any exposure to asbestos fibers can lead to the development …
Read MoreCourt of Appeals: Contractor Not Liable for Man’s Death Under Georgia’s “Open Well” Statute
The Georgia Court of Appeals recently issued a decision, Handberry v. Manning Forestry Services, LLC, addressing an unusual personal injury …
Read MoreHow a Declaratory Judgment can Affect a Personal Injury Lawsuit
When a car accident leads to a personal injury lawsuit, the defendant’s insurance company often plays a critical role. The …
Read MoreGeorgia Court Refuses to Enforce Nursing Home Arbitration Agreement
Many nursing care facilities in Georgia pressure their residents to sign arbitration agreements. This means that in the event of …
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