When faced with the aftermath of an accident or personal injury from a car or truck accident or criminal assault, selecting the right law firm can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. In Atlanta, GA, where personal injury law is a highly competitive field, some law firms have gained notoriety with flashy billboards and TV advertising. But it’s essential to consider substantive factors that should influence your decision in choosing representation for your case of back injury, brain injury, burn injury, wrongful death, or other serious personal injury.

The firm of Johnson & Ward stands out…

A common but often overlooked result of motor vehicle accident personal injuries is damage to the crucial but little-understood vagus nerve.  Most often the focus is on whiplash injuries, which are often subjects of cynical jokes in popular culture, while ignoring the more related injuries to the  vagus nerve.

What is the Vagus Nerve?

The vagus nerve is one of the most important nerves in our body. It is a cable of nerve fibers with branches in nearly every organ and shoots in the brain. It is part of the autonomic nervous system, which controls things we don’t think about…

Time limits for personal injury and wrongful death claims in Georgia.

In Georgia, the standard limitation period for filing a personal injury lawsuit is two years, with a four-year limit for loss of consortium claim by the spouse of the injured person.

O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 states provides a two year time limit for filing personal injury lawsuits in general, a one year limitation for injuries to reputation, and a four year limit for loss of marital consortium. However, there are many exceptions. An experienced personal injury lawyers can help you navigate the rules to avoid traps for the unwary.

Time limit for filing suit is suspended until criminal charges against the

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I don’t put a lot of stock in college rankings in US News and other publications. The formulas are too contrived, too subject to manipulation and present too great a temptation for institutions to misplace priorities in order to rank higher.

They can distort high education much as over emphasis on standardized testing has distorted elementary and secondary education, with school systems requiring teachers to teach for the test rather than teaching kids and inspiring creativity. But I am not running for public office and this is not a blog post about educational policy in America.

While I generally disdain…

How to be fairly paid for a spinal cord injury in Georgia.

In our law practice over several decades , we have represented numerous SCI survivors. Most had benefited from rehabilitation services at Shepherd Center or Emory Rehabilitation Hospital, both of which are near us in Atlanta. All of these clients were injured in motor vehicle crashes or falls. One client who had been a high-powered government executive before an accident made him  quadriplegic initially  wanted to just turn his face to the wall and die, but after rehab he used funds from his settlement to equip himself to write…

How to be fairly paid for post-concussion syndrome after injury in an accident.

A “minor brain injury” may be viewed as one that does not affect you or anyone in your family. Virtually any real brain injury, even if not readily apparent to bystanders, can be deeply disruptive in the lives of both the injured person and the entire family. Cognitive symptoms can involve difficulties with memory, concentration, and attention span. Emotional symptoms may include irritability, anxiety, depression, and mood swings. That is not minor.

However, head injuries that are not obviously catastrophic are not often taken very seriously.

If you have a non-catastrophic injury in a car or truck accident, or if you are helping someone who has a more serious injury, here are ten things to do after the crash.

  1. Call 911. Even if the other driver begs you not to call the police and offers immediate cash payment, call the police. Do not let the other driver talk you out of it. Give the officer accurate and detailed information about what happened They will create an accident report, which can be valuable for insurance claims and legal purposes.
    Obtain a copy of the police report
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How to get fair payment for a hand fracture injury in Georgia

As seasoned personal injury attorneys in Atlanta, over the years we have represented numerous people with serious hand fracture injuries. Our hands are the tool of tools, distinguishing humans from apes. If you work with your hands, your brain, and your heart, you are an artist, whether as a construction worker or a surgeon. The loving touch of a hand by a parent or a lover is essential for nonverbal communication.  Loss of full use of a hand can have devastating effects on productivity and quality of life.

Hand …

Ankle fractures are a common and potentially debilitating injury that can significantly impact mobility and quality of life. Ankle fractures are injuries that occur to the bones of the ankle, namely the tibia, fibula, and talus. These injuries can range from simple stress fractures to complex breaks involving multiple bones and joint surfaces.

In personal injury law practice in Atlanta, we often see ankle fractures resulting from trips, falls, and direct impact in car and truck accidents.  There are several types of ankle fractures, categorized by the location and extent of the break. These can include lateral malleolus fractures…

Life can throw unexpected challenges our way, and sometimes, it takes away something as precious as a limb. Leg amputation is a life-altering event that can result from accidents, medical conditions, or traumatic incidents. However, amidst the difficulties, countless individuals who have survived amputations have shown remarkable resilience, courage, and determination to rebuild their lives.

Leg amputation injuries are among the most severe and life-changing injuries that can occur, with profound physical, emotional, and financial consequences. The physical and emotional consequences of losing a limb are obviously profound, affecting mobility, independence, and overall quality of life.  Leg amputations can…