Know Your Rights, How to Stay Safe and What To Do If You Were Affected by Negligent Hotel Security In recent times, all accross the nation, women are speaking up and warning eachother about frightening and dangerous situations they have suffered due to hotel negligence. Unfortunitley these things have happened in our own back yard […]

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Public gyms provide a space for individuals to stay active and maintain their health, but they also come with potential risks for injuries. If you’re injured at a public gym in Georgia, it’s important to understand your rights under the state’s premises liability laws. These laws hold property owners and operators responsible for maintaining safe […]

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Compensatory damages pay you back for things like medical bills and lost wages, while punitive damages are meant to punish the person who caused harm and stop them from doing it again. An Atlanta personal injury attorney will help you understand your rights and pursue the appropriate damages for your case, whether compensatory or punitive […]

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Georgia is an at-fault state, meaning drivers must pay for accident-related losses that happen due to their negligence. While you may be entitled to compensation after an accident when someone else was to blame, liability can be more complicated than you might imagine. An injured victim must demonstrate the fault of the liable party. It […]

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Strict liability laws in Georgia hold parties responsible for damages resulting from their actions or products, regardless of their intent or degree of negligence. In this post, we’ll go over strict liability, its applications in different areas of law, and how our team at Spaulding Injury Law can help you get the best possible outcome […]

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Vicarious liability is a legal concept where a person or organization is held accountable for the wrongful actions of another person, even though that person shares some of the responsibility. Vicarious liability can happen when one party has authority over a third party and fails to adequately supervise or manage them, leading to negligence. In […]

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Some older Jeeps with rear gas tanks are known to have a defect that can lead to serious fires and even explosions. The Jeep manufacturer – Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) – equipped the Jeep SUVs in question with gas tanks that are located at the very rear (next to the bumper), which is closely associated […]

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Falling is usually scary, however, a fall down the stairs can be particularly terrifying. When you fall forward down a set of stairs, it is difficult—if not impossible—to catch yourself. As a result, these falls can result in devastating injuries. If you have been injured, contact a Atlanta personal injury attorney right away. Common Injuries Caused by […]

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House fires can have devastating consequences for homeowners, ranging from property damage to severe burn injuries and even wrongful death. Fires can be physically, mentally, and financially traumatizing.   Understanding the most common household fire risks and how to prevent them can help keep your home and loved ones safe. However, if you or a […]

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In the event of harm caused by someone else, victims have the right to seek compensation from the responsible party. However, this right comes with a responsibility – to take reasonable steps to minimize the damages they suffer.   Mitigation of damages is a legal principle that requires victims to make reasonable efforts to reduce […]

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