Georgia Personal Injury Blog

Four Strange Winter Olympic Sports That Didn’t Make the Cut

By Grant Law Office on February 17, 2014

Despite some strange muck ups with its infrastructure, such as plumbing and, well, living facilities in general, the Sochi Winter Olympics is going strong, and people the world over are enjoying their favorite winter sports. There are the popular classics like skiing, hockey, sled racing, and figure skating. There are also relatively young thrillers like snowboarding. Whether you’re excited to see superhuman feats of speed, strength, finesse, or just plain craziness, you’re bound to find something you love.

The Winter Olympics hasn’t always been this way. Throughout its history, various sports have come and gone. Some of them were sensible sports that just didn’t catch on while others were plain crazy. Here are the five most notable former events in the Olympics history books.Read more…

Georgia Officials Urge All Pedestrians and Cyclists to Wear Bright Clothing

By Grant Law Office on February 12, 2014

The majority of traffic deaths involving pedestrians and bicyclists occur at night. According to the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS), 32 percent of all fatal bike and pedestrian accidents happen between 8 p.m. and midnight, and 24 percent occur between midnight and 4 a.m. To combat this issue, local officials are urging all pedestrians and bicyclists to wear bright, reflective gear.

GOHS officials report that there were more than 130 pedestrian fatalities in Georgia in 2012. They accounted for about 11 percent of all traffic deaths that year. In addition to encouraging riders and walkers to wear bright clothes, Georgia officials passed a new law requiring drivers to leave at least three feet of space when passing bicyclists. Riders who have more space will be less likely to crash into the side of a car or lose control for fear of being struck.Read more…

Television Wall Mount Recalled for Injury Risks

By Grant Law Office on February 10, 2014

Installing a television wall mount is a great way to elevate your screen without having to buy a large entertainment center. However, it is important to be careful in your choice of wall mount to ensure that it is the safest option for your home. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that Ergotron Interactive Wall Mounts have been recalled due to risk of injury. Officials say the “VESA” style mounting plate and the mounting ring on these products could fail, causing the television to fall and strike anyone nearby.

According to the official statement, approximately 195,000 Ergotron wall mount units in the United States have been recalled. The recall was issued after Ergotron received three reports of monitor plates separating from the wall mount system. No injuries were reported, but there was property damage to the components that fell. Anyone who owns one of the recalled wall mounts should contact Ergotron for a free repair kit right away.Read more…

Two Injured in Georgia Poultry Truck Crash

By Grant Law Office on February 5, 2014

On the early morning of January 27, a poultry truck transporting live chickens was overturned in a collision that took place on Highway 129 at Lenox Drive, according to a report by AccessNorthyGa.com.

An official with the Georgia State Patrol said the crash, which occurred east of Gainesville, was caused by a 76-year-old man, a deputy with the Hall County Sheriff’s Office, who drove his vehicle into the path of the poultry-carrying truck. He was going to work when the accident happened.Read more…

New Year, Old Habits: The Numbers on the Successes and Failures of New Year’s Resolutions

By Grant Law Office on January 16, 2014

It’s only a few weeks into 2014, and surely some people are dropping the resolution they were so adamant about at their New Year’s cocktail party. But of course, this is all expected. Many promises are easily made at the beginning of every year and many are just as easily broken.

For example, it is a well known fact that gym memberships spike in January … and membership cancellations spike a few months later. We all know that change is tough, that old habits die hard, but most of us probably don’t know the statistics surrounding New Year’s resolutions.Read more…

New Law in Georgia Targets Sports Brain Injury

By Grant Law Office on January 13, 2014

According to a report by WALB News, Georgia’s Return to Play Act, a new law that was approved in 2013, is now effective. It addresses brain injury in student athletes and seeks to prevent serious brain injuries from occurring. More specifically, the law requires coaches to take student athletes out of games and/or practices if they show signs of concussions or other brain injuries and to report them for a medical evaluation.

Some believe that the new law is a much needed measure that will improve the safety of student athletes. However, others do not think the new law will make any different, since they believe injuries are an inherent risk to sports.Read more…

305,000 Playtex Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Recalled in the United States

By Grant Law Office on January 2, 2014

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released a report on the mass recall of Playtex Hip Hammock infant carriers. In addition to 36,000 units in Canada, approximately 305,000 units in America are affected by the recall. Playtex Products Inc. is a company based in Dover, Delaware. All units were manufactured in China.

A total of 87 defect and/or injury reports related to the infant carriers prompted an investigation and the subsequent recall of the product. All of the reports involved instances of the buckles cracking or breaking altogether. Two of these incidents resulted in injuries, one of which involved an emergency room visit.

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve the Right Way This Year in Atlanta

By Grant Law Office on December 19, 2013

In the great city of Atlanta, there are plenty of ways to greet the New Year. Whether you prefer big holiday bashes or intimate gatherings at a wine-and-dine restaurant, you’re covered. How about doing something a little unconventional, like attending a concert or sledding down a hill? The city’s got that, too.

There is an abundance of New Years events going on for all kinds of people to attend. Question is, where will you be when the clock strikes midnight?
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Follow These Georgia Winter Weather Driving Safety Tips

By Grant Law Office on December 16, 2013

Georgia isn’t exactly known for blustery winter weather, but snow does come every so often, especially during the months of January and February. And who knows what the climate will be like this year? Georgians in all regions of the state may face hazardous winter road conditions soon. That’s why they should remind themselves of key winter driving safety guidelines and be prepared for the many challenges snow, slush, and ice present to the average driver.Read more…

Supreme Court Ruling on ER Liability Case Matches Attorney Wayne Grant’s 2012 Prediction

By Grant Law Office on December 9, 2013

In 2005, the Georgia General Assembly enacted a statute that distinguished emergency medical care liability cases from those involving other types of medical treatment. The statute that applies to emergency treatment lowers the standard of care for the care provider while increasing the burden of proof on a patient seeking to recover for negligent medical injury.

Claimants in cases involving emergency treatment must prove gross negligence in order to establish liability, a difficult feat. In addition, the burden of proof is also increased, requiring an emergency care claimant to prove his or her case by what is called “clear and convincing evidence.” In essence, the legislature has made it more difficult, much more difficult, to hold emergency care providers responsible for carelessly-caused injury or death.Read more…