Lawmakers across the country have been cracking down in recent years on “revenge porn” or “non-consensual pornography” as more people have gone public with their stories about the effect on their lives and mental health of having explicit photos and videos that they...
Dogs are wonderful animals. However, these friendly companions can turn aggressive and cause serious bodily injury if provoked. If you are attacked and hurt by someone’s dog, you may file a civil claim against the dog owner or handler. But what if you are attacked by...
It can be fairly nerve-racking when the police are asking you questions. You feel like you’re obligated to answer and you try to be truthful. At the same time, you’re worried about incriminating yourself. You don’t want to say the wrong thing and have the police...
It's common to not take slip-and-fall incidents at work seriously and brush them off with a laugh or self-effacing comment. You might act like it's not a big deal, but the consequences can be severe. The day after the accident, you might find that you're in so much...
Car crashes can cause injuries ranging from bruises and scrapes to brain injuries. Minor crash-related injuries may likely lead to a full recovery, while others may cause lasting expenses and functional limitations for individuals. People tend to make snap judgments...
When you hear the words “traumatic brain injury” or “TBI,” you may automatically picture someone with a serious head wound. You may even assume that they’ll automatically be unconscious or in a coma. In reality, traumatic brain injuries aren’t always that obvious. It...
There are few things more intimidating than being faced with an aggressive dog. Despite this being a relatively rare occurrence, it can happen. Approximately 4.5 million people are attacked by dogs every year in the U.S. and some of these attacks result in severe...
It’s perhaps not surprising to hear that road traffic collisions are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities in the U.S. What comes as more of a surprise is that slips, trips and falls are right up there as well. Falls from heights are very...
Interstate 75 can become heavily congested while passing through McDonough, Georgia. There's a huge number of cars on the road, which can make some drivers of automobiles feel incredibly anxious when traveling alongside semitrucks. Passing such massive vehicles can be...
Getting into a car crash is a traumatic experience for anyone, but when children are involved, the situation becomes even more stressful. The instinct to immediately check on the kids is natural, but assessing your condition first is crucial. Take a moment to ensure...