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When you’re involved in a collision, you may wonder if you’re in a position to make a claim for injuries, car damage, and other losses. To determine what compensation you might get in a lawsuit over your car accident, we will need to review the specific details of your case. For example, the amount and…
George Sink Injury Lawyers is happy to award Dylan Zachery Woolard its 2022 Veterans and Military Family Scholarship. The firm intends for Dylan to use this $1,000 scholarship to continue his education at the University of Texas McCombs School of Business. Dylan’s scholarship essay highlights a history of struggle that culminates in academic success facilitated…
There was a water contamination crisis at Camp LeJeune over several decades, which led to hundreds of thousands of people suffering lifelong medical conditions. After years of contention, efforts are now being made to compensate parties who suffered harm from the negligence in Camp LeJeune. Veterans and their families can now seek disability benefits and…
Identifying PTSD symptoms in your child following an automobile accident is not easy. Here, we will show you the things to look out for. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has only recently become the subject of clinical studies. We know children who have gone through a traumatic event are just as likely as adults to suffer…
One of the most common causes of car accidents is distracted driving. Drivers often find themselves answering calls and texting while behind the wheel. The Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety stated that nearly all motor vehicle crashes result from distracted driving. The rising number of crashes pushed for the ratification of the Hands-Free Act…
South Carolina law requires that all parties involved in a car accident stop and notify law enforcement. Failing to stop at the car accident scene can result in criminal charges. The most common reason why drivers do not stop at the accident scene is that they have no insurance. South Carolina law requires all drivers…
Many car accident victims suffer non-fatal injuries that can impact them for life, especially when left untreated. Car accidents often have debilitating effects, but there are ways to mitigate the pain from the injuries. Going to physical therapy is one of the best ways to speed up the recovery process. Physical therapy can help you…
Cars and motorcycles are vastly different from each other. Motorcycle riders have a higher degree of exposure than car users. This question is answered by analyzing the severity of the fatality of the accidents. The Insurance Information Institute (III) found that in 2019 motorcyclists were 29 times more likely to suffer fatal injuries than car…
Georgia requires all drivers and other road users involved in car accidents to stop at the scene. They also advise contacting 9-1-1 to report the incident. Other recommendations about what you should do after an accident in Georgia include: Providing your contact information and address Exchanging vehicle registration numbers with other drivers involved Providing your…
Every parent and guardian should know car seat laws in Georgia. Per Georgia’s Consumer Protection Division, all children under the age of eight must ride in a car seat or booster seat. There are several other child-related laws meant to protect children from danger. Additional Car Seat Laws in Georgia Children who are under the…
Our annual Veterans and Military Families Scholarship has been awarded, this year, to Alexis Alvarado. A veteran of the United States Navy, Alvarado wrote her winning essay about the PTSD she suffered from an assault and its subsequent effects on her ability to pursue her career goals. Raised in a long-time Navy family, Alvarado always…
South Carolina has some weird laws. Most laws are critical to the proper functioning of society. By curbing dangerous behaviors, laws encourage everyone to act in ways that keep themselves and those around them safe. From mundane laws that establish speed limits to strict laws against drug possession and murder, most laws benefit people. Whether…
Anyone who’s suffered preventable harm should understand personal injury law—at least at on a basic level. Knowing what personal injury law is and how personal injury cases work allows you to take the next steps in your own case. What Is a Personal Injury? Personal injury cases generally involve some sort of injury for which…
Don’t ignore chest pain after a car accident – no matter how minor the pain may seem. It may be indicative of a major medical emergency. Letting it go without consulting a doctor could make the pain or injury worse, possibly leading to permanent damage. We encourage you to seek medical attention as soon as…
Knee injury pain after an accident can cause you to wonder if you’ll ever feel “normal” again. A serious knee injury can affect your mobility, prevent you from working, and result in costly medical bills. You may require months of physical therapy, medications, and doctors’ appointments. If another party caused your collision, you could seek…
StatPearls reports that neck pain after a car accident is extremely common. In fact, it lists blunt force trauma as the leading cause of these conditions, followed by penetrating trauma and strangulation. It’s important to understand what to do after a collision. It’s even more crucial to know your next steps after suffering a neck…
The impact from a car accident and/or bracing yourself from the impact may have contributed to your ankle and foot pain. Even if this pain seems superficial, it should not go untreated. You could have torn a ligament or broken a bone. Failure to properly and promptly diagnose and treat this pain in time could…
Seemingly minor collisions can result in arm and elbow pain afterward. That’s because: You may outstretch your arm to cushion the impact. Your arm might get stuck in the steering wheel during the collision. Glass, metal, and other debris can cause deep cuts and lacerations. Your arm or elbow might strike against the car’s interior…
A car accident causing hand and wrist pain can turn your world upside down. Performing tasks that were once second nature may require assistance now. Even something simple, like petting the family dog, can seem impossible. You have legal rights if you suffered injuries in a collision. You can pursue compensation for your medical bills,…
Even when you’re in an accident at low speeds, a car crash can leave you with several forms of body pain after a car accident. You may begin to feel pain immediately after the crash. It could also take several hours or even weeks before you start to feel symptoms of injury. No matter what…
Traffic accidents occur with alarming frequency in certain sections of the North Augusta area. There are 10 intersections that are particularly risky. Our car accident lawyers know all too well the results of intersection collisions. We recommend you avoid these 10 dangerous intersections in North Augusta if possible, and to be cautious if you must…
