In all tort matters, an injured party must allege wrongdoing as a basis for recovery. In personal injury cases, an allegation of negligence is sufficient to show wrongdoing. In order to successfully prove negligence, several elements must be met. These elements are as follows: Duty Proving the defendant had a duty is the first step…

Texting and driving is a topic constantly discussed in Georgia and across the nation. In 2013, distracted driving caused 10 percent of fatal crashes and 16 percent of car accidents nationwide.  A total of 3,154 people were killed in car accidents caused by a distracted driver that same year. With numbers like these, it is…

You have suffered an injury at work through no negligent or malicious fault of your own. You have informed your employer of your injury, you have sought medical treatment and are following the advice and instruction of your approved physician, you have filed your claim with the State Board of Workers’ Compensation, what should you…

After suffering a personal injury, many experience the feeling of being overwhelmed. This feeling is natural. Injuries often impact one’s day-to-day activities as well as challenge time management due to added responsibilities such as making follow up phone calls and doctor’s appointments. The attorneys at 1Georgia Injury Lawyers, PLLC realize that you may need time…

Victims injured in a car accident may suffer a wide variety of injuries, ranging from minor bruises to serious and life changing spinal cord injuries. Oftentimes, car accident victims will need to use insurance to pay for physical or occupational therapy. Car accident victims should be able to fully recover from their accidents. Unfortunately, the…

Employers who have three or more full-time and/or part-time regular employees are required to carry workers’ compensation, which is available to you the day you begin work. How Do I Verify That My Employer Is Covered? You may verify that your employer is covered by calling the State Board of Workers’ Compensation at (404) 656.3692,…

The Georgia Supreme Court heard oral arguments on October 16, 2015, regarding whether a group of immigrant students without legal status should be entitled to receive in-state tuition in the state’s public universities. The lawsuit began in 2013, when a group of 39 students sued the Georgia Board of Regents in Fulton County for denying…

A green card holder, also know as a permanent resident, is an individual who has been authorized to live and work in the United States on a permanent basis. There are a number of ways to become a permanent resident, though the most common two are through an employer or family member in the United…

Medical malpractice is an unfortunate occurrence that affects many individuals throughout the United States. It is also the source of much confusion. Since there is great confusion, inaccurate information is provided. The spread of misinformation causes many to decide against contacting an attorney about a possible claim. The attorneys at 1Georgia Injury Lawyers, PLLC want…

Thanksgiving is the third most dangerous holiday in the U.S.; only the fourth of July  and Memorial Day weekend are more dangerous. Last year, 42.2 million drivers traveled to visit family and friends, and 2015 will likely be no different. As we enter into the holiday season, busy Georgia roadways are going to become even…