Dealing with the aftermath of a multi-vehicle accident in Georgia can be incredibly challenging. These incidents, often involving three or more vehicles, present unique legal and compensation-related complexities beyond more straightforward collisions. Understanding how to navigate these intricacies is crucial for protecting your rights and securing the compensation you deserve. The Chain Reaction Chaos of…
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Did you know that a simple device could be your best defense in a car accident claim? In Georgia’s bustling traffic, determining who is at fault in a collision can be complex and frustrating. Enter the dash cam — a small device with a significant impact on determining fault and securing fair compensation for car…
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Hit-and-run accidents can be deeply traumatic, leaving you feeling confused, stranded, and overwhelmed by frustration. Alarmingly, Georgia ranks fourth nationwide in the frequency of these distressing incidents. While driving cautiously and installing a dashcam can offer some protection, understanding your legal rights and responsibilities is crucial. This article offers a clear, step-by-step approach to help…
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When you get up in the morning and start getting ready for your daily commute, one of the last things you expect to happen is that you’ll be involved in a serious auto accident on the drive you make every day. Unfortunately, this is the reality for many drivers in Atlanta and the surrounding area….
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Most people don’t think about it very often, but objectively, driving in a car is a relatively dangerous activity. While it might seem like a serious injury in a car accident is something that only happens to “other people”, it can be anyone’s turn to be “other people” anytime they get in the car to…
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Doctors are obligated to prevent harm, and when this obligation is breached, the resulting emotional distress and trauma can be life-changing. Unfortunately, not every person impacted by the traumatic event is entitled to compensation for the trauma and distress they experienced. Georgia is one of seven states that follow the impact rule when it comes…
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Rollover crashes can be among the most severe car crashes and can result in potentially catastrophic injuries. This can become even more serious if the vehicle rolls over and the driver or their passengers are not wearing a seatbelt. The odds of being killed in rollover accidents may be relatively low in comparison to the…
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We’ve talked before about the reasons that trucking accidents are especially dangerous. Large commercial trucks are heavier than other vehicles, which means they take longer to slow down or stop and cause more damage on impact with a smaller vehicle. Some types of trucks also have special vulnerabilities, such as the risk of tanker truck…
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If you have a medical malpractice claim against a doctor, hospital or other provider, or you’ve lost a loved one and want to bring a wrongful death case against a healthcare professional, you may be concerned about how damage caps could impact your claim. While Georgia has an interesting history when it comes to malpractice…
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It’s been an eventful summer for Atlanta public pools. Before Memorial Day, Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced that–for the first time–city pools would be admission-free. Just two months later, a 17-year-old was shot and killed during an argument at a city pool, and most of the outdoor public pools shut down. Some reopened soon…
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ReShea Balams is an award winning attorney and the founder of The Balams Firm. Prior to answering her true calling to represent families impacted by life-changes tragedies, ReShea gained invaluable experience and insight as an attorney for large insurance companies. She is known for her record of exceptional results on behalf of clients, and is a zealous advocate for injury victims.
