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Watch Out for More Trucks on the Road at the End of the Year Published in truck accident,Uncategorized on December 9, 2019.

Trucks drive our economy. After all, they deliver the goods that we, as consumers, demand. And demand is never higher than around the holiday season at the end of each year. Commercial trucks are a big part of the traffic we deal with every day, but as we head toward the end of the year, expect to see more of… READ MORE

Intoxicated Drivers Are a Huge Risk during the Holidays Published in Car Accidents on December 2, 2019.

The holidays are nearly upon us, and that means there’s a lot to look forward to. The holidays also mean, however, that there are more  drivers on the road – and increased accidents are the result. The holidays and adult beverages often go together, but when motorists fail to take their responsibility to drive safely seriously by getting behind the… READ MORE

Appealing a Denied Workers’ Compensation Claim Published in Workers Compensation on November 26, 2019.

If you have suffered an injury or illness while you were at your job and while you were working in the course of your employment, you are likely entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. In some instances, however, employers and their insurance companies deny these benefits for workers’ compensation. For example, your employer might allege that you were acting outside the… READ MORE

Truck Accidents in Rainy or Foggy Conditions Published in truck accident on November 20, 2019.

Truck accidents can occur in any weather conditions, but they are more likely when the weather is rainy or foggy. When road surfaces are wet, trucks can hydroplane, causing them to collide with other vehicles. Moreover, foggy conditions can reduce visibility, leading to a collision with another vehicle. Some truck drivers fail to operate their vehicles in accordance with the… READ MORE

How to Prove Nursing Home Negligence in Macon Published in negligence,nursing home abuse on November 17, 2019.

The elderly comprise one of the most vulnerable groups of people. When your older loved one is no longer able to care for themselves, you might end up moving them into a nursing home. Unfortunately, older adults are not always cared for in the way they should be, and many are victims of neglect. If you are in the Macon,… READ MORE

Deadly Construction Accident in Downtown Macon Published in Uncategorized on November 12, 2019.

A deadly construction accident recently occurred at a worksite that was located near Spring Street, located in downtown Macon. The accident occurred when one of the construction workers fell from a bridge that was approximately 30 feet tall.  The September 6, 2019, incident involved metal decking that was located at the top of a bridge. When the decking unexpectedly collapsed,… READ MORE

The NSC Tackles Drowsy Driving Awareness in November Published in Car Accidents on November 7, 2019.

According to the most recent statistics, fatigued driving is a bigger problem than ever around Macon, Georgia. Specifically, drivers who choose to operate their vehicles while fatigued cause in excess of 6,400 deaths nationally in a given year. When Macon car drivers and truck operators get behind the wheel while fatigued, they can bring about serious accidents that lead to… READ MORE

How to find the right personal injury lawyer? Published in Personal Injury on November 1, 2019.

A personal injury lawyer literally has a big responsibility while working on your case. Therefore, you cannot afford to make any hiring errors. Many personal injury lawyers exist, but not all of them are successful with what they do. You can follow this five-step strategy to find the best personal injury specialists. 1. Conduct a Localized Search The first thing that… READ MORE

Broken Hips from Slip and Fall Accidents Published in slip and fall accidents on October 28, 2019.

Slip and fall accidents do not sound like very serious accidents. The fact is, however, that slip and fall accidents happen frequently and are very dangerous. The impact from a fall can be immense, and suffering a broken hip is not uncommon (especially in falls to the side). A broken hip is an extremely painful injury that is slow to… READ MORE

Head Injuries from Workplace Accidents Published in Workers Compensation on October 21, 2019.

Head injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), are not uncommon in the workplace, and they are often extremely serious. Head injuries are generally caused by impacts to the head that are often precipitated by falling objects, but slip and fall accidents, blunt force trauma, machinery accidents, on-the-job driving accidents, and more can all lead to these serious injuries. While… READ MORE

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  • Watch Out for More Trucks on the Road at the End of the Year
    Trucks drive our economy. After all, they deliver the goods that we, as consumers, demand. And demand is never higher than around the holiday season at the end of each year. Commercial trucks are a big part of the traffic we deal with every day, but as we head toward the end of the year, […]
  • Intoxicated Drivers Are a Huge Risk during the Holidays
    The holidays are nearly upon us, and that means there’s a lot to look forward to. The holidays also mean, however, that there are more  drivers on the road – and increased accidents are the result. The holidays and adult beverages often go together, but when motorists fail to take their responsibility to drive safely […]
  • Appealing a Denied Workers’ Compensation Claim
    If you have suffered an injury or illness while you were at your job and while you were working in the course of your employment, you are likely entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. In some instances, however, employers and their insurance companies deny these benefits for workers’ compensation. For example, your employer might allege that […]
  • Truck Accidents in Rainy or Foggy Conditions
    Truck accidents can occur in any weather conditions, but they are more likely when the weather is rainy or foggy. When road surfaces are wet, trucks can hydroplane, causing them to collide with other vehicles. Moreover, foggy conditions can reduce visibility, leading to a collision with another vehicle. Some truck drivers fail to operate their […]