The Brauns Blog: Where
Personal Injury Law Meets Life

In one recent year alone, 4,136 people lost their lives in large truck crashes. Truck occupants account for 16 percent of these deaths, while 67 percent were occupants of cars and other passenger vehicles. The other 15 percent are pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists. What’s even more concerning is that the number of individuals who died […]

Atlanta is a populous, bustling city with countless traffic intersections. The crossing of two or more busy streets is hazardous by nature, with dozens of vehicles traveling in different directions, all squeezing through the same small area every minute. Thousands of car accidents occur on Georgia’s roads each year, and hundreds of them happen in […]

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that motorcycles are more likely to be involved in crashes than cars. As many as two-thirds of these accidents happen due to negligent drivers. They might drive while distracted by a cell phone or audio system; they might fail to yield the right of way to […]

More than 8.5 million motorcycles cruise the roads in the United States today. The freedom and thrill of the open and scenic road draw in many motorists. Motorcycle riding is not only fun but also practical. Sadly, some rides end in tragedy. According to information provided by the Insurance Information Institute, motorcyclists are five times […]

While roughly 20 percent of passenger vehicle accidents cause injuries or fatalities, a shocking 80 percent of motorcycle crashes result in injuries or fatalities. Whether your accident resulted in injuries or not, there are several crucial things you need to check after a motorcycle accident. Making these checks can help decrease your accident-related expenses and […]

Motorcycles embrace the spirit of American freedoms. Many riders enjoy the feeling of the open road and the nimbleness that motorcycles provide. Riding is also practical and can decrease the amount of fuel needed to travel. However, motorcycles are also the most dangerous type of motor vehicle transportation. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety […]

Placing a family member in a nursing home or other type of care facility is typically a difficult decision. Before you moved your loved one to their nursing home, you probably did some research to determine the best one for them and felt reasonably confident with your decision. Then something doesn’t sit right with you. […]

Nursing homes in America are fraught with problems ranging from abuse and neglect to sanitary shortfalls and fire hazards. As if these weren’t enough, another problem that care facility residents and their families must be concerned with is inaccurate billing and overcharging. If you suspect these practices are taking place or feel that the care […]

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there are more than 1.3 million nursing home residents across the country living in 15,600 care facilities. With the large baby boomer population aging, these numbers will keep growing over the next several years. The option to place a loved one in a nursing home is […]

Many attorneys who represent plaintiffs during civil lawsuits practice personal injury law. Car accidents, medical negligence, slip and falls, product liability, and workplace injuries all fall under the personal injury umbrella. Accident lawyers usually recover their fees once you receive a settlement or judgment, and they commonly help claimants with more than litigation. Experienced personal […]