An attractive nuisance is something that is on your property that attracts the attention of children but is potentially harmful. Georgia's attractive nuisance laws are designed to keep children safe even if they are trespassing on your land. Homeowner liability can be...
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What to do after a car accident
Getting into a car accident in Georgia can be a traumatic experience, even if it’s only a minor fender-bender. If you’ve never thought about what you should do after a car accident, you might panic and make a mistake. Here are some important things to remember if you...
What kinds of disability benefits does workers’ comp offer?
Some individuals who suffer injuries on the job recover from it after a few days. Others have an injury that is so severe that it affects their ability to work for a couple of weeks. You may qualify for disability benefits in such a situation. Thankfully, Georgia...
6 indications of nursing home neglect
In times past, families would care for their elderly relatives in their own homes. It is difficult in today’s fast-paced world to provide adequate full-time care for older loved ones. For this reason and more, many families choose a nursing home for their loved ones....
3 kinds of medication errors that can happen in a hospital
If you were to ask the average person, they would likely tell you that most medication errors are mistakes made by individuals who need medical care. They would probably assume that medical mistakes don't happen in hospitals and other professional medical...
Overview of nursing home resident rights in Georgia
The law protects the rights of all seniors living in nursing homes in Georgia. However, unfortunately, you may still find institutions that abuse or take advantage of the elderly persons that reside there. On that account, you should be aware of the rights of elderly...
Why do so many children and teens drown every year?
With all the swim vests, floaties and other safety gear available to strap on your child before they get in the water, it may be hard to believe the statistics recently reported by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) that drowning is the number one cause of...
Signs of physical abuse in your senior loved one with dementia
One of the hardest things you may ever have to face is placing your senior loved one in a nursing home. It can be hard to trust others with the care your aged family member’s needs, especially when diagnosed with dementia due to aging or conditions like Alzheimer’s...
A factory injury could impact your health and finances
Homerville is home to several factories. Plant and factory work offers residents secure employment complete with a steady paycheck, but it also poses many workplace accident and injury risks. Workers’ compensation is there to help ensure your medical and financial...
Why might you overlook an injury after a car accident?
Another driver crosses the center line and hits your car. You’re able to get out of the vehicle and walk to the side of the road, where you sit and wait for the authorities to arrive. As you wait, a person who witnessed the crash -- and then called 911 -- comes over...