After a dog bite, a neighbor’s first response may be to defend a pet they have always considered gentle. But a dog’s familiar presence or friendly reputation does not explain why an attack happened or determine who bears responsibility. For someone left with an...
Some homeowners go all-out for Halloween. There’s often at least one house in the neighborhood where the entire yard is filled with ghosts, witches and other Halloween creatures. There may be tombstones, spiderwebs and giant pumpkins (real and inflatable). At night,...
There’s no question that blended families experience challenges. A child may harbor serious resentment against a stepparent, even if the stepparent hasn’t done anything wrong. Eventually, the stepparent may end up portrayed as a villain – especially if the child...
Sexual abuse and assault by members of the clergy remains a problem throughout the country and around the world. Georgia is no exception. As a result, the state tends to treat allegations of sexual misconduct as serious concerns. In fact, the testimony of a former...
As more illegal activity has moved online, law enforcement agencies have moved there to catch people engaged in criminal actions. That includes sex-related offenses involving minors. These agencies often conduct “sting” operations where officers and agents go into...
After a car crash, the insurance adjuster will ask to see your medical records. They often request files from long before your accident. Adjusters read these files to check your current treatment plan and care costs. They also look for past health issues, old injuries...
Dog attacks often leave visible injuries such as puncture wounds, broken bones and scarring. These physical injuries are usually the first focus of medical treatment, but they are not always the only harm that a victim experiences. Many people – adults and children...
Commercial trucks carrying full loads can weigh up to 80,000 pounds under federal weight limits and travel Georgia highways daily. When trucking companies skip routine maintenance, mechanical failures put every driver at risk. Brake problems, tire blowouts, and...
When someone suffers a spinal cord injury, it is very important that they understand what type of impact this is going to have on the rest of their life. In many cases, these are serious injuries from which a person will never fully recover, and they can often lead to...
If people fall while visiting private property, they might assume that they are automatically eligible for slip-and-fall compensation. They may try to pursue an insurance claim or a lawsuit against the business where they fell. However, compensation is not automatic...