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Posted March 14, 2018

Who pays my personal injury claim after a multiple-vehicle accident?

There can be a tendency in multi-vehicle collisions to assume the last person in line is responsible for everything.  In fact, most multi-vehicle collisions occur due to a combination of contributing factors. At any given time, a driver on the road is surrounded by others ranging from the newly licensed to those with 60+ year […]

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Posted March 14, 2018

The Differences Between a Workers’ Comp Claim and a Lawsuit

If you were injured in a workplace injury, you may be best served by consulting a workers’ compensation lawyer to learn about your legal options. Workplace accidents take many forms and the repercussions of those accidents vary widely. If you were hurt while on the job, your injury may be minor, or it could be […]

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Posted March 14, 2018

How Brain Injury Cases Differ from Standard Personal Injury Suits

A brain injury is a type of head injury that causes damage to the brain, usually as a result of substantial trauma to the head. The most common causes of such trauma are from accidental falls, car accidents, sports accidents and intentional acts. Brain injuries can result in mild to severe damage which can have […]

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Posted March 14, 2018

Will Disability Cover Chronic Knee Or Back Pain?

Receiving SSDI benefits for chronic knee or back pain may be challenging due to the large number of people who suffer from these types of pain. With the large volume of applications regarding knee and back pain that the SSA receives, it’s important to be diligent in the process of applying. If you are eligible […]

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Posted February 23, 2018

Keeping Your Dog Safe While Driving

Many people these days take their dogs with them on car trips. They can certainly keep you company while you are on the road. However, it is important to keep your furry family member safe to reduce the risk of accident. At Hickey & Turim, we have heard of a number of car accidents that […]

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Posted February 21, 2018

Fatal Car Accidents on the Rise in Georgia

The State of Georgia is known for many wonderful things, including its peaches and diverse musical heritage. Unfortunately, it’s also becoming known for something far less positive, and that’s the sharp increase in fatal car accidents on its roads, reports 13WMAZ News. In 2017 alone, the Georgia Department of Transportation logged 1,534 traffic fatalities. That’s […]

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Posted February 21, 2018

Wage & Hour Law Update

In March 2014, President Obama directed the DOL to “modernize and streamline” the DOL’s so called “white collar” overtime exemption regulations. The proposed changes were designed to impact the scope of the executive, administrative, professional, outside sales, and computer exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).  The proposed changes, once enacted, would have broadened […]

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Posted February 21, 2018

What to Do in an Uber Accident?

If you are the victim of an Uber car collision, seeking the counsel of a car accident attorney may be a top priority for you. Ridesharing is a common choice for many who are trying to get where they need to go; whether for leisure or as a reliable source of transportation for work. Unfortunately, […]

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Posted February 21, 2018

Trial vs. Mediation in Personal Injury Cases

Personal injury law cases are defined as “legal disputes that arise when one person suffers harm from an accident or injury, and someone else might be legally responsible for that harm.”  There are many routes one can take to legally address any kind of personal injury. Filing for a court proceeding is one option, which […]

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Posted January 26, 2018

What to Do After a Bicycle Accident

Riding a bicycle around can be a lot of fun and provide great exercise. However, accidents involving bicycles occur every day. Even if you super careful yourself, it doesn’t mean other motorists on the road will be. Being in a bicycle crash can be incredibly frightening, but it’s important to remain calm and take the […]

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