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Out of Sight Does Not Necessarily Mean Out of Mind
Forty-seven-year-old Wanda Franklin suffered from schizophrenia. As her condition worsened and Wanda’s ability to care for herself vanished, her husband placed her in a personal care home. Two months later, Mrs. Franklin leapt from her bedroom window, but survived the 20-foot fall, suffering a shoulder fracture, skull fracture, and brain damage. Suicide is the number […]
Jump Clear of Trampoline Injury
Summer is officially in full swing, and many caretakers will soon find themselves overwhelmed with the demands of entertaining restless and anxious schoolchildren. Some may resort to visiting the local trampoline park, where visitors are encouraged to jump, slide, and climb as they race to complete fitness tests and obstacle courses. Georgians will soon have […]
Can I File a Lawsuit for a Wrongful Death?
If you have recently lost a loved one as a result of a third party’s actions, you may be considering your legal options. Before you go through the troubles of filing a lawsuit, it’s important to determine whether you have a case and whether you have the opportunity of winning compensation for the damages you […]
When Asbestos Attacks, who’s to Blame?
You’ve probably heard the word asbestos in regards to the recent outpour of lawsuits filed over the harmful substance. Though asbestos is restricted in most areas now, its durability and resistance to heat and fire was once very attractive to builders and manufacturers who weren’t yet aware of the harmful and potentially deadly consequences of […]
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 […]
What’s the Difference between Assault and Battery?
Most people associate personal injury law with car accidents and slip and fall injuries, but victims of assault or battery can also take perpetrators to civil court in order to seek compensation. But how do you know if you’re a victim of assault and battery and what do those words even mean? Can they be […]
Separating Fact from Fiction in Legal TV Shows
Legal TV shows are quite popular among Americans, as they offer viewers a rousing combination of crime, drama, and intellect. Of course, you can’t believe everything you see on television. As it turns out, most of these shows are very inaccurate and portray a wild exaggeration of the legal profession. If you’re having trouble separating […]
Understanding Identity Theft: How to Prevent it and What To Do When it Happens
Today, identity theft is a realer threat than ever before. After Target’s recent data breach sent hordes of consumers into a frenzied panic, people quickly shed the “it will never happen to me” attitude. One of the largest data hacks in American history, the breach lasted nearly three weeks and covered the busiest shopping time […]
Can Your Employer be Held Liable if you get in a Weather-Related Accident Driving to or From Work?
A few inches of snow might signal a typical winter day in some states, but in the temperate South, a few flurries can wreak havoc. This was the case in Atlanta on Jan. 28, as citizens quickly realized the seemingly harmless snowfall was anything but. Thousands of people left work early and fled to their […]
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 […]
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