Is Your Conversation Private If You Don’t Hire the Lawyer You Consulted?
Most people are aware that private conversations they have with their lawyer can’t be used against them in a trial, and they aren’t required to share anything they told their lawyer in confidence. That’s because of attorney-client privilege. However, does this still apply if it’s […]
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How Much Auto Insurance Coverage Do You Actually Need to Buy?
Most states require vehicle owners to carry auto insurance. If you cause a crash that leads to property damage or injuries, you are financially responsible for those losses. Insurance exists to make sure there is a way to pay for that harm, a point a […]
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What are Alabama’s Laws About Texting and Driving?
Distracted driving is a serious issue everywhere. Texting behind the wheel remains one of the biggest contributors. Alabama has banned texting and mobile internet use while driving since 2012. There is more to understand about how cellphone use and driving overlap in Alabama. Navigating accident […]
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Why You Should Be Wary of Unsolicited Cold Calls From Lawyers
As personal injury attorneys, we can’t tell you how many times we’ve had to fight negative perceptions as being “ambulance chasers.” But the unfortunate truth is, there are some unethical lawyers out there who don’t mind giving the rest of us a bad reputation by […]
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Getting Workers’ Comp When a Job Injury Worsens a Prior Condition
Workers’ compensation claims, unlike other types of personal injury claims, don’t require victims to prove someone or something else caused their injury. The only thing victims are usually required to prove is that their injury happened at work. But for that reason, workers’ compensation claims […]
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What Are Georgia’s Laws About Texting and Driving?
Because laws about how you can use your phone in your car vary from state to state, it can seem like a gray area of whether calling or texting while driving is actually illegal, or simply a bad idea. If you weren’t paying close attention, […]
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What Happens During a Personal Injury Deposition and Who Attends?
Your lawyer said you need to give a deposition. Now what? Don’t worry, it’s not as scary as it sounds. Let’s start with going over what a deposition actually is. What Is a Deposition? A deposition for a personal injury claim is when the other […]
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Wrongful Death Claim or Survival Action: What’s the Difference?
After losing a loved one because of someone’s negligence, survivors often have different legal options to get justice for their loss. The criminal justice system holds at-fault parties responsible for crimes that lead to death. But civil courts can also be used to hold at-fault […]
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How Does Jury Selection Work in a Georgia Injury Lawsuit?
While we always try to resolve cases out of court whenever possible to ensure our clients get the settlements they need quickly, we do not believe in accepting settlements that are too small to fully compensate our clients, either. So, when negotiation fails or won’t […]
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Can I Get Treatment After a Car Crash if I Don’t Have Health Insurance?
If you are hurt in a car accident, you can seek compensation for medical bills through a personal injury claim. The process is rarely quick. Insurance negotiations can drag on for months, especially if the case goes to court. While the claim is pending, you […]
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Who Is Allowed to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Alabama or Georgia?
Death is always devastating to those left behind, especially when it comes suddenly and unexpectedly to someone in perfect health. When your loved one’s death is caused through the actions of someone else, you can get compensation, even if criminal charges aren’t applicable. Wrongful death […]
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What to Do Immediately After a Slip and Fall Accident Injury
Many people scoff at slip and fall claims, because they think they aren’t serious injuries. They think the biggest injury after slipping and falling is to the victim’s pride, or maybe a twisted ankle. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. According to information […]
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