When you hear horror stories about nursing homes, do you ever wonder how they can be true? What is behind the rates of neglect and abuse that occur in these facilities that are supposed to be taking care of vulnerable seniors? One significant factor is so simple to remedy that it is surprising that it continues: understaffing. Not having enough…
As a parent, you want to do everything in your power to keep your children safe in every environment, including the car. You use the proper booster seats and restraints to prevent injuries. Even with these protections, you can never predict when an auto accident may occur or how serious it may be. According to the CDC, motor vehicle collisions are…
Dangerous conditions create opportunities for injuries all the time. For those injured on the job, it may be possible to receive much needed monetary relief through workers’ compensation benefits. A proper workers’ compensation claim begins with the filing process. There are a few significant factors that contribute to a successful claim. Create a paper trail A workers’ comp claim must prove an…
We are proud to announce that partners Mia Frieder and Ron Hilley have been named to the 2019 Super Lawyer’s List. Mia has been selected by her peers as one of the Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorneys in Atlanta, GA and Ron has been selected as one of the Top Rated Workers’ Compensation Attorneys in Atlanta, GA. Congratulations Mia &…
Let us say you have worked at a paper mill here in Georgia for almost 20 years and have developed asthma. This condition has evolved because of your work environment. Are you covered by workers’ compensation? An unhealthy environment Air pollution is an ongoing concern at worksites like gas stations, chemical plants, airports and paper mills. Although the company you…
Many babies sustain birth injuries. Among those are orthopedic injuries, which affect the baby’s skeletal system. Common orthopedic injuries in newborns include Erb’s Palsy and clavicle fractures. New parents must place a lot of trust in their medical teams. However, when a baby is born with a serious injury, parents must confront the reality that it may be the fault…
The U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood continues his battle against distracted driving. The agency has been a leader in researching the effects of driver distraction and looking for ways to limit Atlanta car accidents caused by distractions in vehicles. While regulations are currently in place to crack down on phone calls and text messaging, cellphone use in this…
Employees injured while working on the job can seek compensation for their injuries through Georgia’s workers’ compensation system. Sometimes workers face a dilemma, however, in deciding whether to pursue workers’ compensation, short-term disability or just use a couple sick days. If a worker makes the wrong decision, it may be more difficult to obtain benefits under workers’ comp. For example,…
Winding through the city of Atlanta, Peachtree Street connects downtown with Buckhead and North Atlanta. The street does not follow a grid, but instead curves and snakes through the city following a ridge that was once a Native American walking trail. The number of people who walk on Peachtree has continued since the founding of the city, however pedestrian accidents…
An annual report from the AFL_CIO on workplace fatalities and injuries showed many workers are still at risk for on-the-job injuries. In May 2014, the AFL-CIO released “Death on the Job,” its 23rd annual report about the number of deaths and injuries in U.S. workplaces. The report shows that the country has made progress in workplace safety since Congress passed…