Washburn Law Firm

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 in successfully asserting a negligence claim. [ 463 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//proving-negligence-in-your-personal-/

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 not surprising that Georgia lawmakers have taken measures to prevent distracted driving. [ 426 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//beyond-texting-understanding-georgia/

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 expect next? When Should I Start Receiving Disability Benefits? [ 512 more words. ] http://1georgia.com/2016/02/20/disability-benefits/

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 Washburn Law, PLLC realize that you may need time to regroup following an accident or incident which causes personal injury. [ 523 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//02/18/georgias-statute-of-limitations/

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 costs of going to the doctor may cause many accident victims to place financial concerns before medical care. [ 467 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//who-pays-the-bills-after-a-car-accid/

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, or going to State Board of Workers’ Compensation [ 438 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//employers-who-are-required-to-carry-/

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 them in-state tuition. The students involved in the [ 458 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//undocumented-students-fight-for-in-s/

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 States. This article is intended as a general overview of the main ways of obtaining a green card through employment. [ 501 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//basics-about-obtaining-a-green-card-/

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 Washburn Law, PLLC want to expose the truth about some common misconceptions. [ 476 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//three-common-medical-malpractice-myt/

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 more congested. Family members traveling to visit family will be joined on the roadways with shoppers excited to take advantage of Black Friday deals and bargains. [ 428 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//tips-for-safe-thanksgiving-holiday-d/

You have suffered an injury at work as a result of an accident. You have reported the injury to your employer, now what? It is time for you to seek medical treatment. Many employees assume that they can go to their primary care physician. If you are seeking treatment for a work related injury, the law requires that you select a physician from a list provided by your employer. [ 519 more words. ] http://1georgia.com/2016/01/17/medical-treatment/

After a personal injury suit is initiated, it is not uncommon for defendant(s) to allege that the injured party contributed to their own damages. Every state has the ability to decide what type of impact an injured party’s own contribution has on a case. Georgia will compare each of the parties’ contribution to the injury. Comparative negligence is the legal theory in which a defendant asserts that some degree of fault should be attributed to the injured party, reducing the liability of any defendant. [ 605 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//comparative-negligence-why-fault-mat/

Inclement weather, drunk, and distracted driving often lead to serious car accidents and multiple injuries. Unfortunately, drowsy driving and falling asleep at the wheel is another safety concern. Drowsy driving is suspected to be the case of one out five car accidents. Falling asleep at the wheel has become a serious traffic safety issue. In 2013, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) [ 446 more words. ] http://1georgia.com//safe-driving-guide-how-to-avoid-fall/