Liability is Complicated in Self-Driving Car Accident Cases

The United States is at a strange moment in the development of self-driving cars. Autonomous vehicles still seem futuristic and speculative, yet we’re already sharing the road with a small number of them. Everyone from manufacturers to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says autonomous vehicles will be safer, yet a significant percentage of…
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What is Strict Liability?

Most injury-related claims, like car accident cases and slip and fall claims, are based in negligence. That means the injured person must show that the defendant: Had a duty of care Failed in that duty Through that failure, caused the plaintiff’s injuries But, for some types of claims, Georgia applies strict liability. When strict liability…
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Bedsores are More Dangerous Than You Think

Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, may sound like a minor affliction. However, when bedsores aren’t promptly identified and properly treated, the effects can be serious. In the United States, about 60,000 people die of bedsore-related complications each year. Others survive, but suffer serious systemic infections or even lose the affected limb. Too often, these…
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What if I’m Partly Responsible for My Car Accident?

When you’re injured in a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation from the responsible party. For people who have suffered serious injuries, that compensation may be critical to covering medical expenses, replacing lost income, and securing the assistance and supplies necessary to rebuild. But, shared responsibility is more common than you may think…
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ReShea Balams

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.

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