Georgia residents can suffer catastrophic injuries after certain accidents. One of the most devastating injuries is an amputation. It can be psychologically difficult to deal with the aftermath. What type of accidents can cause amputation injuries? Certain types of...
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Pain isn’t always apparent right after a car wreck
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Mar 18, 2022 | Catastrophic Injuries
It's not uncommon to believe that you weren't hurt after being struck by another vehicle while you were traveling on a Georgia highway. However, the truth is that it may take several hours, days or weeks for symptoms of common accident injuries to reveal themselves....
Temperatures and dangers may soon increase
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Feb 17, 2022 | Catastrophic Injuries
Heat rises when the summer season arrives, and some years could be hotter than previous ones. A powerful heatwave could shatter records, leaving people struggling to get through a Georgia summer. Research suggests that temperatures may continue to increase in the...
Are my kids safe when in their car seats?
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 16, 2021 | Catastrophic Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) promotes Child Passenger Safety Week in September, officially running from September 19 through the 25. The agency encourages parents and guardians to use this time to review their children’s car seat use and...
The emergency signs and symptoms of a spinal cord injury
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Oct 11, 2017 | Catastrophic Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
While you never want to suffer any type of injury in a motor vehicle accident, some are more serious than others. A spinal cord injury has a way of changing your life forever, as this can lead to paralysis among a variety of other concerns. Common symptoms of spinal...
What happens when car insurance won’t cover your losses?
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Aug 10, 2017 | Car Accidents, Catastrophic Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
You've invested in a great auto insurance policy and paid your premium for years. You're a careful driver, but then one day you get into an accident caused by another driver. Maybe the other person ran a red light or failed to stop. Maybe he or she turned or merged...
You need to understand why truck accidents happen
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Jul 14, 2017 | Catastrophic Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents
As the driver of a passenger vehicle, you won't go a single day without seeing a commercial truck on the road. If you spend a lot of time on the interstate, it goes without saying that you'll always be in close proximity to truck drivers. Even though you hope to avoid...
A serious slip-and-fall accident can change your life
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Jun 19, 2017 | Catastrophic Injuries, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Slip-And-Fall Accidents
Many people think that slip-and-fall accidents aren't serious. After all, media often shows people falling dramatically and recovering with nothing but bruised pride. In the real world, a sudden slip on a wet floor can have dire consequences for someone. Depending on...
Traumatic brain injuries are common in car accidents
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | May 12, 2017 | Car Accidents, Catastrophic Injuries, Personal Injury
When you get behind the wheel of a car, truck or SUV, you assume some risk. Although you can drive hundreds or thousands of times with no issue, statistically, you will probably experience at least one motor vehicle crash in your life. Many times, these crashes are...
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