You can't plan for every scenario on the road. However, you can practice defensive driving techniques that reduce your likelihood of getting into an accident, even if the person in front of you does something negligent. Here are a few tips on defensive driving in...
Atlanta Injury Law Blog
Three steps to fall prevention on the job
Many workers in Georgia suffer severe injuries after falling from elevated surfaces. The hospitalization rate for ladder-related fall victims, for example, is three times that for the victims of other incidents. For employers, the consequences can include decreased...
Common causes of ladder falls, and how to get workers’ comp benefits
If you fell off a ladder at work, you may have suffered serious injuries that require extensive medical treatment. You are not alone. About 20% of work-related fall injuries involve a ladder. The risk is especially high for construction workers (roofers, house...
Heat safety for outdoor workers
If you work outdoors in Georgia, you know how bad the summers can be. You run the risk of suffering a heat-related illness, including heatstroke, heat rash, heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Important: If you experience a heat-related illness at work, you could pass...
Why you should not say sorry after a car accident
Experiencing any sort of motor vehicle accident is a scary occurrence. As your first instinct, you might apologize to the other people involved because you are trying to be kind and polite. In fact, you might genuinely feel sorry for any injury or property damage....
How does uninsured motorist insurance coverage work in Georgia?
Uninsured motorist coverage can be added to your car insurance policy. The additional cost is relatively small, and you pay it with your premium. Uninsured motorist coverage (often called "UM coverage") allows you to recover compensation for bodily injury after an...
Addressing fall-related hazards in construction
A startling number of fall-related workers' compensation claims are filed each year among construction workers, so employers in Georgia should know what they can do to reduce the chances of a fall occurring in their workplace. To this end, they could take some...
Scaffold injuries one of the most common types of injury on Georgia construction sites
If you work in construction, you may have to work at significant heights on a regular basis, and scaffolding is probably a major part of your work environment. In fact, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that about 65% of construction...
How nurses can avoid injuries at work
Nurses in Georgia and throughout the country face a variety of on-the-job hazards that could affect physical and mental health. These risks have been amplified by the influx of patients due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which is itself a serious occupational risk to...
What are the most dangerous jobs in Georgia?
From physical overexertion to catastrophic injury, workers across many industries find that their job puts their health at risk. The National Safety Council reports that over 4.5 million American workers experience a job-related injury each year. Among the...