Once a driver looks away from the road, they have already committed distracted driving. Just a few seconds might be harmless, but those moments of lost focus could lead to crashes, injuries and deaths. 3 types of distracted driving The most common type of distracted...
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3 signs of neglect in nursing homes
Older adults may move into nursing homes because they have extensive care needs. Someone struggling with significant physical limitations or dementia may require more hands-on support than their family members can provide. Securing professional care may be the only...
5 unsafe practices when driving with your pet
Any distraction that takes your focus off the road, no matter how endearing, can be fatal. Sometimes, you do not even have to look further or think deeply to lose your driving concentration. All it takes is a moment of reaching for your pet to figure into a tragic...
Bedsores are usually a sign of neglect, not a side effect of aging
There are numerous medical issues that people strongly associate with aging. Increased risk of falling, reduced strength and cognitive decline are all well-known consequences of growing older. Although, not all of those medical symptoms will manifest in every aging...
How much time do you have to sue for personal injury in Georgia?
If you are involved in a car accident, your first (and most important) concern should be your safety as well as the safety of others involved in the collision. An injury or loss of a loved one would likely leave you physically and emotionally distressed. As a result,...
Football concussion lawsuit goes before the jury
A just was seated in a case in a western state against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). It was filed by the widow of a former collegiate linebacker who died from permanent brain damage from repeated concussions he suffered playing for the...
3 signs of hidden injuries after a car accident
You may have been in a vehicle accident where you thought, at the time, you came out uninjured. Unbeknownst to you, you may be suffering from serious medical conditions. Often, people find out too late that they’re suffering from injuries, but knowing a few signs...
Can a car accident lead to PTSD?
Getting in a car accident is a serious event, regardless of insignificant you believe the injuries to be. Any motor vehicle incident can lead to distress for the driver or passengers involved. There is the possibility of suffering from trauma as a result of the...
Leg injuries after vehicular collisions can be debilitating
We make use of our legs for almost every activity we carry out throughout the day. Walking from one place to another is something that we almost do automatically. This can all change after a road traffic collision. During a crash, our legs are extremely vulnerable,...
How is fault determined in a Georgia car accident lawsuit?
Car accidents happen all the time. Depending on the severity, a car accident can leave you with severe injuries and property damage. If you have been involved in a car accident that is not your fault, Georgia law allows you to pursue a car accident lawsuit against the...