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When Is a Misdiagnosis Considered Medical Malpractice?
Misdiagnosis is a common concern in healthcare, with potentially severe consequences for patients. While not all instances of misdiagnosis qualify as medical malpractice, there are specific circumstances under which it may be deemed as such, requiring the expertise of a qualified Atlanta Medical Malpractice Lawyer. Defining Medical Malpractice Medical malpractice, also known as medical negligence,
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Victims’ Legal Challenges in Commercial Truck Accidents: A Full Guide
Commercial truck accidents can be devastating events, often resulting in severe injuries, significant property damage, and even fatalities. Due to the size and weight of commercial trucks, such as tractor-trailers and delivery vehicles, these accidents tend to be more complex than typical car accidents. Accident victims face various legal challenges when pursuing compensation for their
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Retail Store Premises Liability Guide: What Victims Should Know
Retail stores are a common venue for shopping, attracting a wide range of customers daily. While most shopping trips go off without a hitch, accidents and injuries can occur on retail premises, leading to premises liability claims. Every shopper needs to be aware of injury hazards that occur in retail stores, the legal principles of
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Be Careful! It Is Construction Season in Atlanta!
From paving roadways to building new structures, summer is a busy time for the construction industry. While construction does occur year-round, especially in Georgia and Alabama, there always seem to be more crews out during the summer months. Construction is a vital industry, but it is also very dangerous for both workers and bystanders. Here
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What Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
One of the first questions clients ask us when they contact us at the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown is how much we think their personal injury case is worth. While it is understandable to want to know how much money they could receive, the answer is not simple. Many factors will contribute to
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7 Never Event Categories in Medical Malpractice: All You Must Know
Medical malpractice is a very complex area of personal injury law. Patients with injuries that occur due to preventable medical errors and other types of negligence may be eligible to receive compensation from their medical provider, but it must be proven. One type of medical malpractice error that is more straightforward is the “Never Event.”
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How to Legally Protect Yourself After a Work Injury
If you have recently been injured at your place of employment, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your medical expenses and lost wages. Employers are legally responsible for hazardous work conditions that affect the physical health of employees. In many personal injury cases, there is a limited time that you can file for
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Family Purpose Doctrine
The Impact of the Family Purpose Doctrine in Georgia Do you have a teenager or family member in your home that you allow to use your family vehicle? Be advised that you could be held vicariously liable for the consequences of that family member’s actions while operating your car under the family purpose doctrine in
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How Do I Know if I Have a Personal Injury Claim?
Personal injury lawsuits and claims can be confusing. If you only read the headlines, it may sound as if anyone who is injured by someone else’s negligent actions can file a personal injury claim. While this is partially true, there is much more to personal injury law than simply being unnecessarily injured. If you have
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Punitive Damages
When you are involved in an accident caused by another person’s negligent actions, you have the legal right to seek compensation for the physical, emotional, and financial losses you’ve experienced. Additionally, the injuries you suffer could completely alter your quality of life depending on their nature and severity. You may find yourself unable to work,
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Are You Eligible for Workers’ Compensation If You Got Injured?
Have you gotten an injury from work? Has it cost you wages and medical expenses? You may be entitled to worker’s compensation, so it’s important to understand what worker’s compensation is, how you can receive it, and what needs to be done first. Seeking guidance from an experienced Atlanta Workers’ Compensation Lawyer can be invaluable
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Medical Risks vs. Malpractice: Understanding the Difference
You often hear of tragic medical outcomes that may leave the patient seriously injured or even take their life. While medical treatments have made incredible advancements, there are always possible complications or risks with many procedures. When a patient has a poor outcome from a medical treatment, it is not always due to errors. Certain
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Move Over Laws
At some point in our time behind the wheel of a car, we’ve passed car accidents with law enforcement officers and first responders working to assist the injured. As they help those injured people, they are placing their lives at risk while we and others drive by the accident. Move Over Laws are in place
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The Importance of Doctor-Patient Communication for Healthcare
An important aspect of any doctor’s visit is for the patient to feel they have been heard. No two people are alike, and no two patients will experience the same medical condition the same. Patients who suffer recurring problems often know the first signs, sometimes before testing or medical knowledge can discern a problem is
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Top Tips for Choosing a Personal Injury Attorney in Atlanta
For most Americans, the thought of needing an attorney never enters our minds until an event changes our perspective. A car accident, workplace injury, or medical malpractice can happen in the blink of an eye, and often the victims are left scrambling to find legal representation in a hurry. While it is important to seek
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Workers’ Compensation Lawyer for Telecommunters: All You Need to Know
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are working from home. But even before the pandemic, telecommuting has become a useful tool for employers. According to the US Bureau of Statistics, around 16% of the total workforce now works remotely at least part-time. The flexibility that working from home provides can be very
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Understanding Pedestrian Accidents in Truck Blind Spots
Motorists should be well aware of driving in a truck’s blind spot, but what about pedestrians? Individuals walking near a truck that is performing maneuvers, such as reversing, need to understand that the driver may not see them. The potential for a serious accident is high if you walk behind a reversing truck. Seeking guidance
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How to Identify and Manage Potential Safety Hazards in the Office
For most people in administration or corporate professions, working in an office can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. You get to sit at a desk most of the day in a warm and comfortable environment. Most offices have a range of amenities, such as a cafeteria, snack machines, and some even have relaxation rooms