2017

Supreme Court of Georgia finds error in exclusion of expert witness: appropriate inquiry is whether expert has “appropriate level of knowledge” in performing or teaching the procedure at issue.In Zarate-Martinez v. Echemendia, 299 Ga. 301, 788 S.E.2d 405 (July 5, 2016), the Supreme Court of Georgia upheld the constitutionality of O.C.G.A. Section 24-7-702(c) but...

Many people think about having physical injuries when they are involved in a car accident. While those are the most easily noticed, other injuries can also occur. Emotional trauma, which can include serious conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder, are not uncommon.The occurrence of emotional trauma isn’t something that should be swept under the rug....

Distracted trucking is an avoidable cause of semi truck crashes. These truckers made a decision to do something other than focus on the road and now you are left paying the consequences for their choice. The injury you suffered might be one that affects you for the rest of your life. This harrowing thought...

The brachial plexus is a group of nerve fibers that attach to the spine structure in your neck. These nerve fibers connect to your arms and hands. Over-stretching, compressing or tearing these fibers can lead to pain, loss of function and even paralysis.While people of any age can suffer brachial plexus injuries, it is...

Every driver should know that paying attention to the road is crucial. Truckers aren’t any exception to that concept. For this reason, the federal government has taken proactive steps to help prevent truckers from driving distracted. Truckers who opt to use cellphones, for example, are subject to being taken out of service, fined or...