Holiday cruises and voyages offer a perfect way to relax and celebrate. However, passengers should be aware of their rights on board, especially if issues arise. At BoatLaw, LLP, our maritime law attorneys help passengers understand and protect their rights during voyages. If you believe your rights during a holiday voyage were violated, we might be able to help. Call us at 800-BOATLAW to discuss your situation.Right to Safe PassageYour right to safe passage is a fundamental aspect...
Posted by Douglas Williams on 12/20/2024
Traumatic brain injuries and car accidents often go hand-in-hand, leaving victims to suffer symptoms that can be debilitating or even life-threatening. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a head injury that is typically caused by a car or other vehicle accident, fall, or violence such as a blow to the head with an object. Those who have suffered a TBI as the result of a car accident that was due to another party's negligence may want to consider visiting with Hall & Lampros, LLP at (404)...
Posted by Christopher Hall on 01/24/2022
You were recently injured in a roadway accident. Whether you were driving in a car and another vehicle hit you, a distracted truck driver collided into your car, or you were biking or walking when you were struck, all of these are common roadway accidents that result in personal injury. Now you have high medical bills and other expenses to pay, which isn’t fair. The person who was responsible for the accident should have to compensate you. That’s where Robin D. Perry can help. The...
Posted by Robin Perry on 09/14/2021
If you live in the Atlanta metro area, you already know how problematic the roads can be. Atlanta has some of the worst traffic in the nation. It was ranked 9th in total congestion delays in 2020. The average commuter spends an average of 37 hours a year just stuck in traffic.Unfortunately, all this traffic makes Atlanta one of the worst cities to drive in.According to U.S. Insurance Agents, Atlanta, unfortunately, ranks in the top ten most dangerous cities to drive in. (Number 6, following Baton...
Posted by Edward Kim on 08/05/2021
There are many accidents that can potentially lead to brain injuries. The brain is one of the most delicate parts of the body, and we rely heavily on this organ to think, feel, and move. Even a slight knock to the head can have serious consequences in the future, and the medical community now considers even mild concussions to be serious health concerns. If you want to avoid a number of notable issues, you should do everything you can to avoid these accidents. Of course, sometimes accidents...
Posted by Mary Alexander on 06/22/2021
Car accidents are among the top causes of injury in New York and throughout the US, but you might be surprised at the extent of the problem when you look at the local breakdown. According to New York State Department of Health statistics for New York County:Auto crash-related injuries rank sixth as a reason for hospitalization, with about 53 residents being admitted every month.Motor vehicle accident injuries also rank sixth as a reason individuals seek care in the emergency room, at 403 county...
Posted by Steven Mandel on 12/16/2020
Panicking in the aftermath of a car accident is a normal reaction. After all, car accidents are scary and can lead to long-term harm in some cases. While keeping a calm head and frame of mind after a serious collision may feel impossible, doing so can serve you well in the long-run. As you navigate the car accident claims process, get your ducks in a row first by making a list of everything that you need to do. To help you in that process, here’s a list of six things to do after a car accident-- 1....
Posted by Walter Thomas on 12/04/2020
The civil law system exists in Virginia to make sure accident victims are made “whole.” Put simply, a motorist who is harmed through no fault of their own should not suffer financially because of the accident. Instead, the driver who is to blame should bear the financial burden. For this reason, our clients can often receive compensation for medical care, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering following a Virginia car accident.Unfortunately, not every accident victim receives...
Posted by William Breit on 12/04/2020
All head injuries should be taken seriously. Even a relatively “modest” brain injury could require extensive, long-term medical treatment. According to data published by the Brain Trauma Foundation, nearly 2.5 million Americans suffer brain injury each year. Of that number, hundreds of thousands need long-term treatment and approximately 80,000 suffer permanent impairments. If you or your loved one suffered a TBI, you need financial compensation to pay for medical care and support...
Posted by Scott Barney on 04/20/2020
