When people think about amputations, the focus is often on the obvious physical challenges like surgeries, prosthetics and the ensuing mobility limitations. The emotional weight is not talked about enough, but it can be just as overwhelming as the physical injuries...
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Can trucking companies prevent underride collisions?
Transportation companies do not control the conduct of their drivers. At best, they can screen carefully for professionals with unsafe histories, provide adequate training and monitor the conduct of their employees. Still, they generally have vicarious liability for...
When a devastating crash turns life upside down
Catastrophic vehicle accidents are more than physically overwhelming – they carry additional consequences that ripple through every part of a person’s life. Survivors may face permanent disabilities, chronic pain or an inability to return to work, while families often...
How to tell if a loved one is being abused in a Georgia nursing home
In Georgia, families trust long-term care facilities to keep their loved ones safe. When that trust is broken, the consequences can be heartbreaking. Knowing what to watch for can help you act quickly if something is wrong with a loved one who resides in a long-term...
Immediate steps to take as a truck accident victim
Getting involved in a truck accident is overwhelming because the size and force of these vehicles can lead to serious injuries, significant damage to property, and emotional distress. Knowing how to respond in the moments and days that follow can protect your...
What should you know about search warrants?
People who are facing drug charges often have various facets of the case to sort through so they can determine how to set up a criminal defense strategy. One thing that may come into the picture is the legality of a search warrant. Some drug cases center around...
3 types of pictures to take after a truck accident
If you are involved in a truck accident, after contacting the authorities and focusing on medical care for anyone who has been injured, one of the most important things you can do is to take photographs. You may need to sue the other driver–or the trucking company–to...
What should you look for in a truck accident attorney?
Selecting the right attorney after a serious truck accident is not just about legal representation—it is about securing peace of mind during one of the most stressful times in your life. After a crash, you might find yourself caring for an injured child, mourning a...
What is a truck’s stopping distance?
In many cases, semi-truck accidents happen because the truck driver can’t stop the vehicle in time. Perhaps they come over a hill and suddenly see that traffic on the interstate has slowed down ahead of them. They try to hit the brakes, but they can’t bring the truck...
Why jailhouse informants are not always reliable
There are numerous ways for the state to develop a criminal case. The more objective the evidence is, the more powerful it may be during criminal proceedings. When police officers don't gather much objective evidence, prosecutors may end up relying on questionable...