Personal Injury
Why You Shouldn’t Tweet About Your Injury Case
In a few short years, social media has become an inescapable addition to our lives. Each day, one of the first and last things we do include browsing and sharing news and photos with our networks. While these habits are part of our daily routine, in the midst of a personal injury case, it’s advisable […]
SWAT Grenade Severely Injures Toddler, But County Refuses to Pay
The night of May 28, SWAT officers entered a Habersham County home. They’d received a tip about drug-activity at the house. Issued a no-knock warrant, the officers opted for the method of surprise. They burst through the door and threw a flash grenade into the house, hoping to stun and temporarily disable suspects. The grenade […]
Even You Can Prevent Fire Catastrophes
Despite the season or temperature, many in the South enjoy time spent outdoors, especially for grilling and camping. And as summer quickly approaches, the number of people engaging in fire-related activities will increase. Unfortunately, many will initiate such hoopla unschooled in fire safety guidelines. Grills and campfires are the two most common sources of fire-related […]
In the News: Mom Sues Walgreen’s Over Son’s Vicodin Overdose
A Chicago mom is suing Walgreens for negligence over the death of her son, who died of a Vicodin overdose in August 2012. The suit claims that the doctor of John P. Oles, 29, had contacted Walgreen’s in 2010, requesting that pharmacists refrain from filling any prescriptions for Oles received from other doctors. According to […]
McAleer Law Firm Wins Big in Retrial
McAleer Law Firm is pleased to announce a $225K judgment in favor of our client Robert Duffield, in the case of Duffield v. Chui. Robert Duffield was severely injured in November 2007 when he was hit in the face by George Chui after both had attended a mixed martial arts match at Wild Bill’s in […]
NFL Lawsuit Put on Hold After Judge Rejects Settlement Amount
You may recall, last year, when more than 4,000 former NFL players filed a class-action lawsuit against the league. The suit was filed on the basis that the league knew about the long-term medical risks associated with on-field head injuries, yet did nothing to inform the players during their time in the NFL, or assist […]
West Virginia Chemical Spill Triggers Wave of Lawsuits
Last week, in Charleston, West Virginia, thousands of gallons of a chemical used to clean coal leaked into a river that provides water to more than 300,000 people. Hundreds of thousands of Charleston residents were without water for more than four days, leading to a shortage in bottled water, as people flocked to the stores […]
SMART Tips for Shopping Safely
The holiday season is a busy time for all, especially shoppers as they scourge the shelves for the best deals in sight. But with all the commotion in the store, it can be easy to forget the dangers outside. This holiday season, don’t become a victim. Use our SMART tips for safe holiday shopping to […]
$1.16 Million Awarded in Negligent Nursing Home Case
The McAleer Law Firm is pleased to announce a $1.16 million judgment in favor of our client in the case of Craig Franklin as guardian of Wanda Franklin v. Ryan’s Hope, LLC, et al. Mrs. Wanda Franklin was severely and permanently injured from a fall out a second story window while residing in Ryan’s Hope, […]
10 Tips for Safe Travels this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving feasts and days spent with family mark the official start to our holiday season each year. According to the Department of Transportation, Thanksgiving is also the busiest time of the year, with more than 35 million people traveling by car to visit family and friends. Combine distractions of a family road trip and an […]
Atlanta Accident Injury Lawyers - McAleer Law 