After an accident or injury, there is a good chance you will be seeking compensation and having to deal with an insurance company. Once you file a claim, you will most likely start working with an insurance company adjuster -- someone who investigates your claim to...
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Year: 2021
10 Things to do after a Car Accident
Car wrecks are always alarming, no matter if it is just a fender bender or something more serious. It can be difficult to maintain a clear mind and know what to do following a wreck. Reading over the necessary precautions beforehand can prepare you so that if...
What happens if I die without a will in Georgia?
If you die without a will in Georgia, your assets will go to your closest relatives under state “intestate succession” laws. Most likely, your estate will need to go through a probate process, especially if there are assets. It is a different and more complicated...
An insurance adjuster has made me an offer. I am not done treating my injury yet. Should I take it?
Do not accept the insurance company’s offer! Your insurance company will most likely try and settle the case quickly and cheaply. Settling quickly is a common practice for insurance companies because it saves the insurance company money! Often, an offer is made even...
What happens if I go back to work too soon and get reinjured?
If you get injured on the job, you know that you can get workers’ compensation while you heal. You may be out of work for weeks or even months, depending on your injury, and your body needs time to get back to 100% before you end those benefits and start picking up...
What is a hospital lien?
A lien is something that ensures a person, group, or business is compensated for services or goods provided to someone else. A “medical” or “hospital” lien is a demand for repayment that can be placed against the personal injury case, not the victim. Hospitals have...
The Penalties for a First Time DUI Offense in Georgia
Driving under the influence (DUI), is the act of driving a vehicle after consuming alcohol, drugs, or both, resulting in impairment. In Georgia, you may be charged in two ways: “DUI-less-safe,” also called “impairment DUI,” and DUI “per se.” An officer can charge you...
Why do I need a will?
A will (also called a last will and testament) is a legal document that coordinates the distribution of your assets after death. This document is important to have! It allows you to communicate your wishes after death clearly and precisely. It is advisable to work...
The insurance company has told me to sign a HIPPA release form. Should I sign it?
Avoid signing anything! The adjuster will likely ask for permission to access your medical records. Do not be fooled by this request. You are not legally required to sign the medical release form. Doing so will probably allow them to access information that they may...
It’s as true in 2021 as it was back in the day: Speed kills
Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic about a year ago, there has been a noticeable reduction in traffic, especially in urban areas. You can see it in and around big cities in Georgia and Tennessee, as well as in metro areas across the nation. The lighter...
