Toccoa Legal Issues Blog
What factors determine the severity of a burn injury?
A severe burn injury in Georgia can have long-lasting repercussions for both you and your family. You may experience emotional and psychological issues in addition to physical problems that can include scarring, disfigurement, loss of limbs or recurrent infections....
Police car crash victim offered settlement by City of Atlanta
The City of Atlanta concluded that a $500K settlement offer would cost the city less than it would to mount a defense to a crash victim’s lawsuit in court. As reported by 11Alive, the severely injured 52-year-old woman filed a civil case against the city after an...
Contemplating legal action after a bike accident
Bicycle accident victims may have many tough decisions to make in the wake of a crash, such as whether they should partake in a particular activity or event in light of an injury. Some may struggle with the decision to file a lawsuit, whether they are hesitant to deal...
Avoid family disputes with a will or trust
Many family members promise each other that there will not be a dispute over money or property when a parent or another relative passes. Sometimes, this works out. Other times, hard feelings and disappointments come to the surface. A clearly communicated will or...
Traumatic brain injuries are most common from car accidents
Car accidents in Georgia can cause a variety of injuries to drivers and passengers. However, traumatic brain injuries are not always evident immediately following the accident. These potentially life-altering injuries can take hours to days to manifest. According to...
When facing multiple charges after a DUI arrest, concurrent or consecutive sentences matter
A recent car accident involving an apparently inebriated driver shows how driving under the influence (DUI) situations can quickly lead to other criminal charges. Whether these charges carry consecutive or concurrent sentences can make a huge difference in your...
What happens if I die without a will?
One of the questions people have to consider as they get older is what they would like their legacy to be. You’ve spent the greater part of a lifetime forging relationships, defining your values and earning assets – what would you like to achieve with those things?...
Do you know how to avoid car accidents with wildlife?
While driving through Georgia, the last thing you want to deal with is a wild animal directly in the path of your speeding car. Should such an encounter happen, would you know how to handle it? Farmers’ Almanac offers a few tips that could help you avoid a car...
Traumatic brain injuries are common after automobile accidents
Increased urbanization in Georgia puts more cars on the road increasing a person’s chance of being in an auto accident. One of the more serious injuries sustained in these accidents are traumatic brain injuries. Some symptoms are immediately noticeable while others...
When will a Georgia court award punitive damages?
If you sustained injuries in an accident that another negligent party caused, you may wish to file a personal injury claim for damages. Typical damages in Georgia personal injury cases include medical expenses, lost wages, loss of earning potential, property damage...
