Category: Personal Injury

The violent impact of a car accident can cause serious health complications. Some of these have immediately apparent signs or symptoms, such as lacerations and broken bones. Others, however, have no visible signs. For example, the symptoms of internal bleeding gradually worsen in the hours following car accidents, eventually becoming life-threatening. Car accident victims should […]

When someone gets hurt due to another party’s negligence, the harm often goes beyond their physical injuries. In many cases, the consequences are devastating for the victim’s spouse as well. In personal injury law, the term “loss of consortium” describes the losses that a spouse experiences due to their partner’s injuries. So, when can a […]

Have you been wondering if you made the right choice when you hired your personal injury lawyer? If so, you might be thinking about seeking legal representation elsewhere. But how do you go about it? Brauns Law Accident Injury Lawyers, PC is here to explain whether you can change lawyers in the middle of your […]

Rear-end collisions are among Georgia’s most common types of accidents. The Georgia Department of Transportation reports that of the nearly 400,000 crashes statewide in one recent year, about 36 percent were rear-end collisions. Unfortunately, they often cause their victims severe injuries and financial instability. Knowing what to do if you’ve been rear-ended can make a […]

In Georgia, those hurt by others can seek compensation for medical expenses, lost earnings, and other losses they suffered as a result – including something called “pain and suffering.” But what exactly is pain and suffering, and how is it quantified? What Is “Pain and Suffering?” Georgia courts acknowledge that injuries have more than just […]

Doing the right thing can be hard. It’s always easier to turn your head and look the other way when someone else is in trouble. It takes courage and selflessness to lend a helping hand instead. In the spirit of promoting the kindness and altruism that all societies need, many states have enacted “Good Sarmatian” […]

After an auto accident, you might step out of your vehicle to speak to the other driver, only to notice that they appear intoxicated. If the drunk driver was to blame for the accident, they could owe you compensation for personal injuries, vehicle damage, medical bills, and more. But how does their intoxication affect the […]

If you’ve been hurt in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you could be owed compensation for the harm you suffered as a result. A lawyer can help you pursue this compensation, but if you’ve never worked with a personal injury attorney before, you might not know how much hiring one costs. This could […]

When you send your child to school as a parent, you have a reasonable expectation that they will be safe and secure until they return home. And you’re correct, as the legal doctrine of “in loco parentis,” which means “in place of the parent,” specifies that a school must provide for the needs of its […]

Has your child been injured in a school bus accident in Georgia? Are you struggling to get your child the medical care they need, cover the costs of their healthcare, or keep the lights on while you miss work to care for them at home? If so, do not lose hope. You could be entitled […]