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What are the Most Common Types of Personal Injury Accidents?

February 8, 2023 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

personal-injury-540x300-1-300x167 When you have been injured in any manner—physically, financially, or psychologically—as the result of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to monetary compensation by filing a personal injury claim. But to determine how much compensation is worth your time, effort, and money to pursue a claim, it’s essential to know what kinds of personal injury claims exist. Below are some of the following:

Auto Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents are one of the major causes of injuries in the United States, with millions of people injured every year. The drivers involved may be at fault for speeding, failing to yield right-of-way, driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs or alcohol, speeding, texting behind the wheel, etc. Some common types of motor vehicle accidents include rear-end collisions, side-impact accidents, rollover crashes, and T-bone accidents, resulting in severe injuries such as broken bones, internal organ damage, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury and more.

Did You Get a Defective Product During the Holidays?

February 2, 2023 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

holiday-decorating-injuries-1200x628-1-300x169 It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but sometimes things happen that destroy this feeling.

For example, product defects can quickly turn a holiday gathering into a true disappointment. Not only can a defect lead to serious harm, it’s something you need to address ASAP.

When things do not go as planned, you need to know how to cope with the situation. In this case, it helps to consult with a lawyer.

Why is it Important to Seek Medical Attention after a Slip and Fall?

January 31, 2023 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

shutterstock_276800948-300x157 Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere, from the front walkway at home to a grocery store parking lot. And injuries from fall accidents can range from sprains to broken bones to concussions. While some people may brush off these incidents as minor and not worth seeking medical attention, it can be highly dangerous to do so. In fact, it is vital to seek medical attention after a slip and fall for several reasons.

Injury Documentation

A trip to the emergency room after a slip & fall provides documentation of your injury, which is crucial in building a solid personal injury case. Medical examinations typically include X-rays, lab tests and other diagnostic evaluations that can be used as evidence in court to prove the extent of your injuries. This documentation will also help your doctor determine whether or not certain treatments or surgeries are necessary to address your injuries. Without a professional examination documenting your injuries, it could be challenging to prove that you were injured in the fall and that it wasn’t just something that would have happened anyway.

How to Choose an Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer?

January 25, 2023 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

images-4 When you are injured in a car accident, it can be challenging to navigate the legal system. Additionally, the financial ramifications of a serious accident can be devastating. And the worst part is you may have no idea where to start seeking compensation for all the costs associated with your injury. A personal injury attorney can help you regain financial footing after an accident.

However, choosing an Atlanta car accident lawyer is more complicated than reviewing their credentials and rates. To help you get started, here are some tips on how to choose the right attorney for your case:

Ask About Their Experience

What are the Most Common Types of Personal Injury Accidents?

January 20, 2023 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

personal-injury-Resized-1024x683-e1538437869728-300x169 When you have been injured in any manner—physically, financially, or psychologically—as the result of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to monetary compensation by filing a personal injury claim. But to determine how much compensation is worth your time, effort, and money to pursue a claim, it’s essential to know what kinds of personal injury claims exist. Below are some of the following:

Auto Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents are one of the major causes of injuries in the United States, with millions of people injured every year. The drivers involved may be at fault for speeding, failing to yield right-of-way, driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs or alcohol, speeding, texting behind the wheel, etc. Some common types of motor vehicle accidents include rear-end collisions, side-impact accidents, rollover crashes, and T-bone accidents, resulting in severe injuries such as broken bones, internal organ damage, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury and more.

Why is Distracted Driving So Dangerous?

January 11, 2023 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

Distracted driving has become a much more common phrase in discussions about road safety all over the United States, and there have only been more concerns about how well we are all paying attention to the road because of the development of the smartphone and numerous other personal devices. The bottom line remains that there are more inventions and gadgets than ever to occupy people’s attention, so it is not uncommon for some drivers to think that they can multitask. If you are hurt by a distracted driver, you should contact an Atlanta car accident lawyer as soon as you can.

No matter how great people believe they are at multitasking, the truth remains that no person ever can perform two tasks at once as well as they would individually because multitasking actually slows down a person’s ability to accomplish either task. All people need to be aware that they must invest complete attention to the road whenever they are behind the wheel.

Common Risks of Distracted Driving

20 Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents – and What to Do after a Fall

December 30, 2022 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

The slip and fall accident is one of the most common kinds of personal injury claims that people file because there are several situations in which people can fall due to some kind of hazard they were not aware of and property owners are often liable for injuries in these types of cases. It is incredibly important for all people in these situations to quickly retain an Atlanta slip and fall lawyer because most injury victims are going to be dealing with insurance companies that are very likely to take a skeptical view about an injury claim.

Insurers makes their money by denying claims or paying as little as possible to resolve them, and you should not accept any settlement offer that does not fully account for all of the costs you are facing because of your accident. When you hire a personal injury lawyer to handle your slip and fall accident case, they will know how to prove that another party bears liability for your fall and can work to ensure that you recover all of the compensation you are entitled to.

Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents

How Do Bicycle Accident Victims Obtain Compensation?

December 23, 2022 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

People who ride bicycles around town know that there are certain risks to their activities but still generally feel comfortable while riding. Many situations can arise, however, that lead to bicycle accidents in which people suffer serious injuries.

The injuries that are possible in a bicycle accident are almost limitless, with some people only suffering minor harm that heals relatively quickly while many others can be dealing with injuries that will require several months if not years of rehabilitation. When another party is at fault for a bicycle accident, then that party could be liable for a person’s injuries. If you have been injured in a bicycle accident area in the area, call us today to speak with a bicycle accident lawyer in Atlanta.

Types of Bicycle Accidents

Can You Recover Compensation even if You Weren’t Wearing Your Seatbelt?

December 16, 2022 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

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When people are involved in motor vehicle accidents and suffer injuries, they are right to immediately wonder how much financial compensation they can recover from a negligent party. If the person suffering injuries was not wearing their seatbelt at the time of a collision, then they are also right to wonder how that might impact their ability to recover compensation.

The truth is that any person involved in a motor vehicle accident will have the right to file a claim for their injuries, but most claims are going to be third-party claims with insurance companies that will be investigated and scrutinized. When an insurance company concludes that a person was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of an accident, they may try to minimize their settlement offer or even deny the claim completely. For this reason, you should always speak with an Atlanta car accident lawyer after a crash.

How Car Accident Claims Get Handled

Fires and Burn Injuries Spike During Thanksgiving and Christmas

December 8, 2022 | by Slappey & Sadd, LLC

images-2 Holiday trees feature festive and colorful blinking lights. However, these same lights can lead to a fire if you’re not careful or you overload an electrical outlet. The same can happen with outside lighting and decorations. This can be an issue during Christmas and New Year’s when these jubilant and glowing lights are on display.

People also may burn candles during this time of year, which can also lead to a fire – turning a holiday celebration into a distressful, if not devastating, event.

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), a lot of holiday fires happen during Thanksgiving as well, and originate while cooking.