Author: Brauns Law Accident Injury Lawyers, PC
Spinal Stenosis and Car Accidents
Car accidents commonly lead to serious injuries, including those that affect the back and spine. One of the most common spinal injuries that many car accident victims suffer from is spinal stenosis. This lower back injury can have severe, debilitating symptoms, which can prevent patients from working and enjoying daily activities. Medical intervention is crucial […]
How Your Motorcycle Helmet Use Might Affect Your Motorcycle Accident Claim
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Georgia that someone else caused, you could be entitled to recover compensation for losses you suffered, including medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. But what if you weren’t wearing a helmet at the time of the accident? Helmet-use is often a point of contention […]
What Happens When Someone Dies in a Car Accident?
If your loved one was killed in an auto accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you could be entitled to recover compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit. Below, we will review the steps in a wrongful death lawsuit and what you can do if your loved one has died from a car accident […]
How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take?
In Georgia, if you are injured as a result of another person’s negligence, you have a legal right to pursue compensation from them through a personal injury lawsuit. However, bringing a civil lawsuit can take time. If you’ve been injured, you (or your attorney) will need to gather evidence to support your claim, calculate your […]
NHTSA Releases Report on Automated Vehicle Crashes
According to a new report released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), vehicles with automated driving systems have been linked to a number of recent collisions. Tragically, a small portion of those crashes turned out to be fatal. Manufacturers and operators of vehicles with SAE Level 2 ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) are […]
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Fireworks Accident in Georgia?
Many Americans celebrate the Fourth of July by shooting off fireworks, and that is certainly true in Georgia. Still, while fireworks can be a fun source of entertainment, they can also be dangerous, especially when they are improperly handled or when alcohol consumption is involved. If you were hurt in a fireworks accident that occurred […]
What Are Georgia’s Dog Bite Rules?
Every day, people across Georgia are bitten by dogs. In many cases, the dog is unknown to the victim, or at least unfamiliar to them. But even familiar dogs can lash out if they feel threatened or scared. If you were bitten by a dog in Georgia, you might need to receive medical treatment, which […]
Food, Fireworks, and American Values
I really look forward to the Fourth of July. My family and I usually spend the day barbecuing before hitting the local fairgrounds to watch the fireworks after dusk. Growing up in a beach town meant I always had to work on Fourth of July. My first job was cooking up french fries on a […]
How to Stay Safe on Summer Road Trips
Many people choose to take advantage of the warm weather and long hours of the summer months by packing up the car and hitting the open road. Road trips offer families, friends, and couples an opportunity to spend quality time together, and are a fun way to explore different places and tourist spots en route […]
Pool Safety Tips for a Hot Summer
With temperatures pushing well into the 90s this summer, many people will be cooling off at the pool over the coming months. Whether you are taking a break from the heat at a pool owned by the city, at your friend’s house, or in your own backyard, diving in can be a fun way to […]