In Georgia, a medical diagnosis is a service that must meet a specific legal standard of care. When a physician fails to identify a blood clot (such as a deep vein thrombosis) the consequences can be fatal. If a provider’s error caused you harm, you must navigate...
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Truck accidents involving VSU students: What parents should know
When your child leaves for Valdosta State University, you expect them to come home with a degree, not a serious injury. Heavy truck traffic on I-75 and nearby roads puts drivers at risk, especially students in smaller cars. If your family is facing the aftermath of a...
Claims for Georgia care neglect: Nursing home vs. assisted living
You trust a care facility to protect your parent or spouse. One day, you notice a deep bruise or a sudden change in their behavior. You feel a mix of confusion and anger as you wonder if someone abused them or if neglect caused their injury. Many families do not...
The difference between manslaughter and murder
A homicide is a criminal offense related to the death of a human. Murder and manslaughter charges are both possible in cases where state authorities assert that a specific person was to blame for the death of another. Both murder and manslaughter charges are very...
Are bed sores warning signs of neglect in care homes?
Bed sores form when someone stays in one position for too long. They often happen when a person cannot move on their own. In Georgia, nursing homes must follow specific rules to prevent these injuries. When a bedsore appears, you may wonder whether your loved one...
The role of consent in sex crime accusations
When someone is accused of a sex crime, they may claim that they did not know they did anything wrong. They believed the other person was just a consenting adult, as were they. The whole encounter seemed appropriate and legal at the time, so they do not understand why...
How grief interferes with justice after a wrongful death
A loved one’s passing can cause profound grief. In cases where a death was unexpected and preventable, the emotional reactions of surviving family members may be especially intense. Families can sometimes pursue wrongful death lawsuits if negligence or illegal...
5 important facts you must know as a truck accident victim
Truck accidents are often life-changing events that leave victims facing serious injuries, emotional stress and financial pressure. Because commercial trucks are much larger and heavier than passenger vehicles, the damage caused is usually severe. Understanding how...
Can online “sting” operations be considered entrapment?
Law enforcement agencies take online sex-related offenses seriously – particularly when they involve minors. Catching people who engage in illegal activity online can be challenging. That’s why agencies at all levels often use online “sting” operations to do so. One...
How can patients file medical malpractice claims in Georgia?
Medical malpractice is a serious issue in Georgia and across the United States. Primary care physicians, emergency room workers and even surgeons can make major mistakes on the job that have catastrophic consequences for their patients. In some cases, those errors are...