Category: Personal Injury Learning Center

As Alpharetta truck accident lawyers, we know that the neck is among the most vulnerable parts of the human body. Not only does it house part of the spinal column, which is the bundle of nerves responsible for transmitting signals between the brain and the rest of the body, it also…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains how Spaulding Injury Law manages personal injury cases in the surrounding Atlanta, Georgia area and what the process looks like for clients Welcome to this Spaulding Injury Law website. I hope you find this website informative, you learn more about your case or…

Our personal injury attorneys focus a lot of our time discussing various aspects of cases in order to achieve a favorable outcome for our clients before or at trial. This focus is understandable because without it the injured will not receive a recovery at all or not what they need. In this…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews the impact that social media posting on sites like Facebook can have on your personal injury case resolution.  How can social media affect your personal injury case? Watch this video to find out. Hi, I’m Ted Spaulding. I’m an Atlanta personal injury trial…

In this video, personal injury attorney Ted Spaulding reviews the process for negotiating with an insurance company and how to put yourself in the best possible position for success.  How do you negotiate with an insurance company?   Hi, I’m Ted Spaulding, an Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, and the…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews how much time you have to file a claim with an insurance company after an accident in Georgia. He also explains different potential scenarios and what can happen in the long term.  How long do you have to file an insurance company claim…

In this video, attorney Theodore Spaulding answers how pain and suffering can be valued in a personal injury case, and what information is gathered to determine compensation. How much do I receive for pain and suffering in my personal injury case? Keep watching this video to learn the answer to…

Parts of your back are involved in almost every movement that most people make. For this reason, back injuries can cause significant and continuous pain and can also substantially limit your movements and abilities. To make matters worse, the discomfort and pain caused by a back injury can often be…

In this video, attorney Theodore Spaulding answers the question of how truck accident attorneys are compensated during personal injury cases. How much does a truck accident attorney cost? Hi. I’m Theodore Spaulding. I’m an Atlanta trial lawyer and the founder here at Spaulding Injury Law. Keep watching this video to…

Personal injury cases can involve many complicated issues and questions. Even if you firmly believe that another party was at fault for your injury, the court and/or a jury may often require more concrete evidence in order to find another party liable for your losses. While injured victims may not…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains how he works for his clients as a personal injury lawyer in Georgia. He details how he works to get the best results possible in each case and how he strives to lift the burden off of his clients. What does a personal…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains he process of filing a personal injury claim in Georgia. He details how the goal is always to move the case along as quickly as possible, and what this entails. What happens in a personal injury case? Keep watching this video to find…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains the components involved in understanding how to value your personal injury claim in Georgia. He details what is most important and how overall claims are processed.  What is my personal injury claim worth? Watch this video to find out the components involved in…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding details everything you need to bring upon first meeting with your personal injury attorney. He explains the importance of being prepared with as many pieces of evidence as possible to support your case.  What to bring to your first meeting with a personal injury…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews what general areas of damage you’re allowed to pursue in every case, along with a timeline of when those punitive damages come into play. He also explains what punitive damages are. When can punitive damages be pursued in a personal injury case? Keep…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews what happens after a personal injury case is resolved, including which individuals and entities are owed money. Who do you owe after an injury case is resolved? Keep watching this video to find out the various individuals and entities that you may owe….

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews how medical bill payment works during a personal injury case. He also answers the question of who foots the bill.  Who pays my medical bills after a personal injury? Keep watching this video to learn the answer to this question. Hi, I’m Ted…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews why venue is very important in a personal injury case, and why this is an interesting question. He reviews the intricacies of Georgia law and how this relates to your case.  Why is venue so important to the value of my personal injury…

We all have a duty to keep ourselves, our families, our neighbors, and our communities safe right now. This means temporarily reshaping the way we live our lives to combat the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). At Spaulding Injury Law, we are taking this duty seriously and are practicing the “social distancing” guidelines…

Medical bills and other expenses can quickly start to pile up after an accident. Many personal injury victims cannot afford to pay these bills, especially if they’ve had to take time off of work to recover from their injuries. For this reason, some victims are eager to resolve their personal…

As summer nears, families are already gearing up for spending many hot afternoons by the pool. While swimming is one of America’s favorite pastimes, it should not be overlooked as a potentially dangerous activity. In the United States, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths for children…

Today, I want to talk about the proper positioning of your bike at an intersection. Hopefully, most of you know that positioning is a huge part of staying safe while riding. What we’re talking about is proper positioning of your bike within your lane. I’ve briefly talked before about positioning…

Legislation which would have allowed citizens to challenge the constitutionality of state laws was vetoed by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp in May of 2019. House Bill 311 was a bill designed to waive instances of sovereign immunity and was approved by the Georgia House of Representatives and Senate unanimously before…

More people, more distractions, and more technology predictably mean more accidents, injuries, and injury victims. Everyone’s likelihood of suffering a personal injury is increasing, and sometime in the future, you may have a reason to retain a personal injury attorney. What are the “personal” injuries that trigger lawsuits? Will you…

If you are injured by another person’s negligence in Georgia, in a traffic collision or in any other type of accident, what types of damages can you pursue with a personal injury claim in this state? This is a brief look at the four types of personal injury damages, but…

Typically, a personal injury claim is based on physical injuries. If a negligent driver injures you, if your neighbor’s dog bites you, or if you slip on spilled juice at the supermarket and break your leg, you can probably be reimbursed for the medical bills arising from your physical injury….

If you’re unexpectedly and severely injured in an accident, it may take you a number of weeks – and maybe even months – to recuperate. Particularly if you’ve been catastrophically injured or temporarily disabled, and if you need more than several weeks to heal, for some people working for some…

You or a family member have been injured in Georgia and you’re wondering how long do I have to act on my claim before I lose my rights? That’s called the statute of limitations.Keep watching this video to learn more about how long you have to act before you lose…

How Do Contingency Fees Work in Personal Injury Cases in Atlanta? Hi, I am Ted Spaulding. I am an Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer with Spaulding Injury Law. So, here’s how contingency fees work in personal injury claims. They are a percentage of whatever is recovered from a settlement or a verdict…

In Georgia, if you sustain a traumatic brain injury in any accident caused by someone else’s negligence, can you be compensated? What will it take to obtain compensation? The law in Georgia entitles victims of negligence to compensation for their accident-related medical treatment as well as compensation for lost income…

The American Humane Society reports that more than four million people in the U.S. become dog bite victims every year. Over 800,000 of those victims visit U.S. emergency rooms each year. Many dog bites cause severe damage, and a few are even fatal. Could you be at risk? What about…

If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may have a personal injury claim1 against that person. One of the most common questions people with personal injury cases have is how much to ask for in a personal injury settlement. The most honest answer and one personal injury lawyers frequently…

Societies without laws are also societies without rights. For all of its flaws, the justice system here in the U.S. actively tries – and admittedly occasionally fails – to arrive at justice for the victims of crime and the victims of negligence. Civil courts are where those injured by someone…

The Importance of Venue to Your Case Definition of Venue Before diving into why venue can be so important to your personal injury case, first, lets define what venue is. Venue is the county in Georgia where your case will be tried. More specifically, it is the court in the…

The question our wrongful death attorneys hear most often from clients at the beginning of their case is who pays my medical expenses while my case is pending. I often then hear that the client told the hospital just to bill the at-fault party directly. Unfortunately, the at-fault party will not, and even…

In nearly every personal injury case, injury attorneys must deal with the resolution of health care related liens incurred by the client before the client can receive full disbursement of the settlement or verdict. While there are many different types of liens that can be created depending on the case,…

We discuss in a separate article all the categories of damages an injury victim can pursue in a personal injury case. One of those categories that warrants a more in-depth discussion is the pursuit of punitive damages. Not all cases will allow for punitive damages and even if you can…

Be careful! Many personal injury lawyers would have you believe that every injury victim will receive compensation for their injuries and losses. If that were true, there probably wouldn’t be a need for personal injury attorneys in Atlanta, Georgia, or anywhere else. The truth of the matter is that lawyers are often…

In this technological age, it is common to regularly post on social media platforms regarding our activities and other aspects of our lives. Profiles on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and similar social media sites proudly display photos and status updates of our experiences and opinions. However, these social media posts can…

As a car accident law firm, it is a standard question you will hear immediately upon contact from the at-fault parties auto insurance company or corporate home office after a car accident or personal injury such as a premises liability claim: “We would like you to give a recorded statement.” The…

Some people have no trouble staying organized and keeping paperwork in order. For others, tracking down documents and organizing them is difficult, and the papers often end up in a big mess or lost. Regardless of which extreme you fall under, keeping your records organized after a personal injury is…

Although many people think that we file too many lawsuits in the United States, there are times when it seems like that’s the only way to make things right. When you’re injured, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed as you attempt to return to a normal life. If you’re in this…

If you have an injury, you may be wondering if you should get a personal injury lawyer and file a personal injury claim. This article includes some of the most common personal injuries that claims are filed for, and then you can decide whether to contact a personal injury attorney if your injury is…