In 2020, Georgia state lawmakers implemented a number of reforms in response to reports of elder neglect and abuse at facilities across the state, including some of the pricier, private ones. A number of these cases were brought to light in a series in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Now a Gwinnett County jury has weighed in […]
If you put a lot of thought into defensive driving and how you can stay safe when you’re in the car, you may be open to changing your driving tactics entirely. However, one thing that you may not have thought of is completely avoiding left turns. This can be difficult, but there is evidence that […]
Road traffic collisions can result in various types of injuries. One type of injury that is commonly overlooked is dental injuries. A severe dental injury can affect your ability to eat, communicate and function day-to-day. Dental injuries can also have a significant impact on your confidence and self-esteem. What types of dental injuries are likely […]
One thing that statistics about road accidents make very clear is that young drivers pose the greatest risks on the road. For teenagers, car crashes are the second leading cause of death, for example. Additionally, the group of drivers from 16 to 19 years old is much smaller than the other age groups, but they […]
An elderly person who needs support through an intravenous injection (IV) may be dehydrated, require specialized medications or need pain relief. They should receive the support they need to be comfortable as they receive these medications. Sometimes, IV can be compromised. Other times, they are inserted painfully or miss the vein completely. In rare cases, […]
If you believe that nursing home abuse only occurs by caregivers (nurses, doctors, etc.), you are not alone. Most people share this belief, but resident-to-resident violence is a common cause of nursing home injuries and death. Generally, nursing homes protect your elderly loved ones from all forms of abuse. However, resident-to-resident violence can fall through […]
When it’s raining cats and dogs, you need to take extra care if you set out in your car. A recent report ranks Georgia as the seventh most dangerous state for fatal rain-related crashes, with 142 every year at a rate of 19.8 per million drivers. The problem is that many people make no allowance […]
Numerous design elements make semitrucks significantly different than passenger vehicles. Their overall height and length mean that they have bigger blind spots than other vehicles. Their weight means they take longer to come to a full stop. The separation of the largest part of the vehicle from the cab is also a significant difference. That […]
Trucks not only deliver vital goods across the state of Georgia, but their services stretch across the United States. It is impossible to keep trucks and other vehicles separated at all times, which means they must share the roadways. Most of the time, trucks and smaller vehicles are able to operate safely when in close […]
A car accident can leave you with serious injuries and property damage. If you have been hurt in a car wreck that was caused by someone else’s reckless actions, you may file a car accident lawsuit against the responsible party. However, to win your lawsuit and receive the compensation you deserve, you need to build […]