A wrongful death claim is a legal claim that a family member can assert against a negligent or reckless party who caused or contributed to the death of their loved one. Essentially, whenever someone is killed because of the actions (or sometimes inactions) of someone else, a wrongful death claim could arise. However, not every…
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Nursing homes are required to provide a safe and comfortable environment for elderly or disabled individuals who need assistance with daily living. Unfortunately, abuse and neglect can occur in these facilities, seriously harming the residents. To help protect your loved ones, it is important to learn the signs of nursing home abuse and neglect. In…
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According to the United States Department of Transportation, the average driver in the United States spends 55 minutes per day behind the wheel and drives 29 miles daily. A statistical analysis conducted by Agero, a market leader in digital driver assistance services, states that 69 million breakdowns occur in the United States annually and that…
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According to the National Safety Council, there were approximately 4.8 million injuries resulting from car accidents in 2020 alone. If you are hurt in a car accident, you may be worried about your health, recovery, family, and ability to support your loved ones. Hiring a Georgia personal injury attorney can provide you with peace of…
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Allison exhibits a passion and commitment to her community, serving as an active leader in and out of school. Her leadership roles include Student Government President, Chairwoman of the Atlanta Board of Education and Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council, and President of the Young Mobilizers. In addition, Allison volunteers her time to organize multiple initiatives to…
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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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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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As the school year starts up and Covid-related expanded unemployment benefits are slated to end, many parents in Atlanta and around the country are faced with a challenge: finding safe, affordable, accessible daycare in a not-quite-post-pandemic world. Around the country, child care options are limited. Parents are in a tough position. Many have already returned…
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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.
