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As a personal injury law firm that regularly represents Clients who have been injured, or who have lost a loved one, at the fault of an intoxicated driver, we are excited by early reports detailing the development of the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety (DADSS). The following is an article on the technology that was recently posted on the website of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:

Waltham, Mass. -- U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and National Highway Traffic Safety Administrator David Strickland today took a first look at new Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety (DADSS) technology being developed to prevent alcohol-impaired drivers from operating their vehicles while under the influence.

In 2009, 10,839 people died nationwide in crashes involving a drunk driver. These deaths make up 32 percent of all fatal crashes.

As an Atlanta premise liability law firm, we are troubled at the recent slew of mall, hotel, and apartment complex crimes. Another such crime happened this past Wednesday night in a Clayton County Hotel. Clayton County Police responded to a shooting at the Econolodge on Upper Riverdale Road and found a man that had been shot to death in one of the hotel rooms. Witnesses state that they heard gunshots just before midnight. The incident remains under investigation.

Rapes, sexual assaults, and violent attacks regularly occur in shopping malls, hotels, apartments, and parking lots in Atlanta and other major cities in Georgia. In Georgia, a property owner may be responsible for protecting those legally on his or her property from such criminal acts under certain circumstances. For example, if the owner of a mall, hotel, apartment, or parking lot has reason to anticipate a criminal act based upon the occurrence of prior similar acts, there is then a duty to exercise ordinary care to guard against any further criminal acts. If the owner fails in this duty by failing to control access to his or her premise, by failing to have adequate security, or by failing to have proper lighting on the property, the property owner is liable to anyone suffers injuries as a consequence.

Premise liability cases are difficult and expensive to litigate. Individuals who have been the victim of a rape, shooting, or attack while at a hotel, shopping mall, or apartment complex should be certain that the attorney whom the elect to represent them is qualified and capable of doing so. We extend our condolences to the family of the victim in this tragic incident and offer or legal expertise, if needed.

As an Atlanta workers compensation law firm , we have heard anecdotes about the lengths Wal-Mart will go to battle employees who have suffered a legitimate work injury while working for the company. During our many years handling work injury claims throughout Georgia for injured workers such as employees of Wal-Mart, the stories have become legendary. For years, the best workers compensation lawyers and attorneys in Atlanta and throughout Georgia have battled Wal-Mart to obtain the basic benefits that they are rightfully entitled to. Now, a group of injured workers are fighting back.

Wal-Mart employees have filed suit claiming that, in fighting workers' compensation claims, Wal-Mart has violated federal law. In particular, the injured workers contend that Wal-Mart conspires with its risk carriers and adjusters to undermine, control, and deny the medical care that they are entitled to. This argument has been supported by a number of reports and studies, and the Washington Department of Labor has gone so far as to state that Wal-Mart has "repeatedly and unreasonably delayed giving injured workers the benefits they were owed under workers' compensation laws, and, in some cases, Wal-Mart employees were not allowed to file workers' comp claims at all."

As Georgia workers compensation lawyers know well, employers can be conniving and cunning. The tactits purportedly enlisted by Wal-Mart are not unique, and we continue to fight against employers who fail to properly extend workers compensation benefits as required by law.

Our law firm has learned of a tragic head-on collision on February 20, 2011, that killed a husband and wife and injured five others. News reports and police statements indicate that Seaborn J. Johnson, 48 of Cuthbert, was driving along Highway 82, near Shellman when he crossed the center lane and violently collided head-on into a Mercury Grand Marquis driven by Christopher Lehr, 24. Mr. Lehr and his wife, Sandra Lehr who was riding in the passenger's seat, were pronounced death at the scene. The other passengers in Mr. Lehr's vehicle, Billy Ray Brown, 54, of Georgetown and three juveniles, were critically injured. Mr. Brown and one of the minors were airlifted to Dothan, Alabama. The other two minors and Mr. Johnson were transported to Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany to receive medical treatment for their injuries.

Given Mr. Johnson's apparent fault in causing this incident, he may also be held liable in a civil action for the wrongful death of Mr. Lehr and Ms. Lehr and the injuries sustained by the other victims. The victims and their family could potentially recover a substantial sum, but the ultimate recovery is dependent upon the insurance coverage held by Mr. Johnson. Because there are multiple injured parties and this insurance coverage may be limited, it is critical that the victims act quickly to ensure that such coverage is not exhausted.

Our firm has, unfortunately, represented many victims and their families in these types of accidents. As such, we know firsthand how difficult and traumatic this experience may be for the injured victims and the family who have lost a loved one. We extend our sympathies to the family of Mr. Lehr and Ms. Lehr and a quick recovery for the other victims. We also extend our legal expertise if needed.

The Murray Law Firm would like to alert our Clients and all parents of a significant child-safety seat recall by the The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The following is a New York Times artcile detailing the recall:

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of almost 800,000 child seats because the harness may not effectively protect the child. The child seats were made by the Dorel Juvenile Group and were sold under the brand names Safety 1st, Maxi-Cosi, Cosco and Eddie Bauer. Last year the NHTSA received reports that the restraining straps on the seats had loosened during travel. Christopher Jensen, The New York Times 02/14/2011
Almost 800,000 child seats are being recalled because their harnesses may not hold the child securely, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Monday.

Dorel said it had received 143 complaints of the front harness loosening and was conducting the recall even though it feels there was no safety defect. Instead, it told the agency the restraints "exhibited performance issues."

Our law firm has learned of a tragic head-on collision that killed two brothers and injured three others. News reports indicate that Barry Lynn Dailey, 46 and his brother, Bud Eugene Dailey, 51 were traveling northbound on U.S. 29 when Mr. Barry L. Dailey's 1996 Mitsubishi Galant crossed the median and collided with a 2009 Honda Accord driven by Gaydell Edwards Kesler, 66, head-on. The impact caused the Mitsubishi to catch on fire and unfortunately both brothers were pronounced death at the scene. Ms. Edwards and her passengers, Shirley Inez Rogers, 60 and Allie Marie Faulkner were transported to Athens Regional Medical Center to receive medical treatment for their injuries.

Given Mr. Barry L. Dailey's apparent fault in causing this incident, the family and the victims may elect to pursue a civil action for the wrongful death of their loved one and the injuries sustained by the other victims. The victims and their family could potentially recover a substantial sum, but the ultimate recovery is dependent upon the insurance coverage held by Mr. Barry L. Dailey. Because there are multiple injured parties and this insurance coverage may be limited, it is critical that the victims act quickly to ensure that such coverage is not exhausted.

Our firm has, unfortunately, represented many victims and their families in these types of accidents. As such, we know firsthand how difficult and traumatic this experience may be for the injured victims and the family who have lost a loved one. We extend our sympathies to the family of Barry L. Dailey and Bud Eugene Dailey and a quick recovery for the other victims. We also extend our legal expertise if needed.

Our law firm has learned of a February 19, 2011 motor vehicle accident involving a DeKalb County police officer occurring on Kensington Road and Covington Highway in DeKalb County, Georgia, which tragically claimed the lives of Cheryl Blount Burton and Shelley Amos. DeKalb County Public Safety Director William Miller states that the police officer was on duty when the accident occurred, but they are unable to say who was at fault because they are not able to tell "who was going in what direction." The accident remains under investigation.

Our law firm has been retained in many tragic car accidents such as this one to protect the interests of a family who has lost a loved one. Given our frequent involvement in cases like this one, we understand the anguish that is being experienced by the families of Ms. Burton and Ms. Amos. This is a particularly difficult circumstance, however, due to the involvement of a DeKalb County police officer in the accident. While it appears that DeKalb County is controlling the investigation into the incident at this point, there certainly appears to be a conflict of interest on the part of DeKalb County. Specifically, if the DeKalb County officer was at fault in causing this accident, DeKalb County would face potential civil liability to the families of Ms. Burton and Ms. Amos. Based upon our experience, these cases could be worth, perhaps, millions of dollars. Given this scenario, the outcome of the investigation into this incident is crucial to DeKalb County's financial interests. While we have the utmost respect for the brave men and women who serve as officers for the people of DeKalb County, if our law firm were retained to represent the families of Ms. Burton and Ms. Amos, we would immediately demand that the investigation be turned over to an independent authority with no interest in the outcome. We would also immediately involve our own accident reconstruction team in order to obtain a truly independent analysis of the events that led to the tragic accident. Only through these measures could the families of Ms. Burton and Ms. Amos have complete confidence in the findings of any investigation.

While there is certainly no sum of money that can appropriately compensate the families of Ms. Burton and Ms. Amos for the loss of their loved ones, it is always important that an at fault party be held accountable for his or her actions. Holding negligent and reckless drivers accountable serves to protect against future incidents, as it places all drivers on notice that there are profound consequences for a failure to drive safely upon Georgia's roadways. We extend our thoughts to the families of Ms. Burton and Ms. Amos and we offer our legal support if needed.

A car accident occurring on Saturday, February 19, 2011 has sadly claimed the life of a teenager from Villa Rica High School and has left three other Alexander High School students injured according to reports reviewed by our personal injury law firm. Douglas County Investigators indicate on that 17-year-old Jason Lark lost control of his Chevrolet Blazer while negotiating a curve, causing the vehicle to flip several times before colliding with a U-Haul truck. Shyann Shles, 17, and Jamie McManis, 15, were ejected from the SUV during the accident, and the victims were transported to Grady Memorial Hospital for medical care. Mr. Lark has been charged with DUI and vehicular homicide acoording to authorities.

Our Law Firm is regulalry retained by the families of victims of car accidents such as this one to protect their interests. Given Mr. Lark's apparent criminal fault in causing this incident, the victims of this tragic accident may elect to hold Mr. Lark civilly liable for the wrongful death of Ms. Shules and the injuries sustained by Jamie McManis and Taylor Coss. These victims may be entitled to hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of dollars, but their recovery may ultimatley be contingent upon the insurance coverage held by Mr. Lark. As there are multiple injured parties, the insurance coverage will certainly be limited. Consequently, it is is important that the victims consult with an experienced law firm as early as practicable.

Our law firm has recovered millions upon millions of dollars for Clients who have lost a loved one or have been seriously injured in car accidents such as this one. We understand the grief and emotional trauma that the victims and their families are enduring at this difficult time. We extend our condolences to the family of Ms. Shules and we wish a speedy recovery to Mr. McManis and Mr. Coss. Our law firm is availble 24 hours a day to offer assistance if needed.

As an Atlanta car accident law firm, we were saddened to learn of a single-car motor vehicle accident occurring on Friday, February 18, 2011, which has claimed the life of one person and has injured three others. According to news reports and police statements, 21-year-old Herve Hanyurwinfura of Roswell was traveling on the southbound exit ramp from I-575 to Chastain Road when he "drove through the gore area of the ramp, across the ramp's travel lane and down an embankment into the trees." One of Mr. Hanyurwinfura's passengers, Mr. Lawrence Ogunnowo, 19, of Lawrenceville, unfortunately perished as a consequence of the injuries that he sustained in this incident. Reports indicate that Mr. Hanyurwimfura and the two other passengers, Franklyn Isibor, 22, of Roswell, and Thierry Damon Hart, 21, of North Carolina, were transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital to obtain medical treatment for their injuries. According to statements from the Cobb County Police, alcohol and excessive speeding could have been contributing factors to this fatal crash. The investigation remains open, however, and any charges against Mr. Hanyurwimfura remain pending.

In addition to the criminal charges that may be pursued against Mr. Hanyurwimfura if he is found to have been at fault in causing this accident, Mr. Ogunnowo's family may elect to pursue a civil action for the wrongful death of their family member. His family could potentially recover a significant sum for the loss of their family member, though, the ultimate recovery may be dependent upon the insurance coverage held by Mr. Hanyurwimfura. In addition to the claim held by Mr. Ogunnowo's family, Mr. Isibor and Mr. Hart may elect to bring independent personal injury actions. Because the insurance coverage may be limited, however, it is critical that the family of Mr. Ogunnowo, as well as Mr. Isibor and Mr. Hart, act quickly to ensure that the insurance coverage is not exhausted.

Our firm has represented many victims and their families in these types of accidents, and we recently successfully resolved a claim for a family who lost their daughter while she was travelling in a vehicle operated by an intoxicated driver. We were able to recover a significant sum for the family in that matter, but, we have too often seen victims of victims of car accidents such as these go uncompensated simply for a failure to not quickly pursue a civil action against the at fault driver. We hope that the victims and families in this matter do not face similar circumstances. We extend our condolences to the family of Mr. Ogunnowo, and wish a speedy recovery to the other victims. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to offer our legal support if needed.

UPDATE:
The Atlanta Journal Constitution is reporting that Mr. Hanyurwimfura "has been charged with first degree vehicular homicide and a host of other traffic charges" in relation to this accident.

Our personal injury law firm wishes to recognize the efforts of the Georgia Department of Public Safety's TACT Program. Among other aims, the program is designed to identify and isolate hazardous tractor trailers and their drivers upon Georgia's roadways. As a car and truck accident law firm that sees all too many of the accidents caused by these tractor trailers, this program is one that is highly needed. The following post was published recently on the Department's website:

January 24-28, 2011 marked the latest enforcement wave of the Georgia TACT program was conducted last week on I-75 in Catoosa and Whitfield counties. TACT, or Targeting Aggressive Cars and Trucks, combines enforcement and education to increase driver awareness of the dangers associated with risky driving behaviors around commercial motor vehicles. During the five-day effort, troopers and MCCD officers made 296 contacts that included 123 commercial vehicle inspections, 101 citations, and 72 warnings. Included in the activity were 11 citations and 22 warnings to drivers of commercial vehicles for following too closely. Of the 123 inspections, six vehicles and six drivers were placed out of service with inspections revealing 84 equipment violations and 105 driver violations.

Congratulations to the TACT program, and keep up the good work!

Our law firm was saddened to learn of a February 11, 2011 motor vehicle accident occuring on US 27 in Floyd County, Georgia, which tragically claimed the life of a 16-year-old Armuchee High School student. News reports indicate that Thomas Allen Goodson, Jr., 16, was heading home after soccer practice in his Toyota Camry when a pickup truck driven by Thomas Doss, 65, reportedly failed to come to a stop and crashed into the teen's car. "The back end of Mr. Doss' truck came up and the Toyota went under it" said Floyd County Police Officer, Rusty Williams. The impact was apparently substantial, as the two vehicles reportedly came to a rest some 60 feet from the point of impact. While no charges have been filed at this point, the police investigation remains open and Mr. Doss may, ultimately, be deemed at fault.

Our law firm has been retained in many tragic car accidents such as this one to protect the interests of a family who has lost a loved one, and we recently successfully resolved a case on the behalf of a family who lost their teenage daughter in a similar accident. Given our frequent involvement in cases like this one, we understand the anguish that is being experienced by the Goodson family. We extend our thoughts and prayers to them during this difficult time.

If Mr. Doss is, in fact, found to have been at fault in causing this accident, the Goodson family may elect to pursue a civil action for the wrongful death of their family member. While there is certainly no sum of money that can appropriately compensate a family who has lost a loved one at the fault of another, it is important that the at fault party be held accountable for his actions. Holding negligent and reckless drivers accountable serves to protect against future incidents, as it places all drivers on notice that there are profound consequences for a failure to drive safely upon Georgia's roadways.

The value of a case such as this is likely in the millions of dollars, but any recovery is potentially dependent upon the insurance coverage held by the at fault driver. It is also dependent upon the preservation of any and all evidence related to the accident. Thus, in these types cases our law firm acts quickly to secure the vehicles involved so that a full independent investigation can be completed by our investigative team. This quick action on the part of our firm serves to protect and promote the interests of our Clients, and it is why we seek to become involved in cases such as these at the earliest opportunity.

We again extend our thoughts to the Goodson family and we offer our legal support if desired.

UPDATE:
Per the Calhoun Times, "the driver who police say caused the Feb. 11 wreck that led to the death of an[Mr. Goodson] was arrested early Saturday morning on multiple charges related to the crash, including felony vehicular homicide, according to Floyd County Jail records."

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As an Atlanta, Georgia based car accident and workers compensation law firm , we receive hundreds upon hundreds of telephone calls per year from potential Clients who simply ask "how much is my motor vehicle injury or work injury case worth?" In order to better assist our callers, we have created a Free 60 Second Case Evaluation. The process is simple: fill out our quick fill form (click this link) which takes less that 60 seconds to complete, and we'll get back to you within 10 minutes with a preliminary value for your case.

Although we have only recently started offering our Free 60 Second Personal Injury and Workers Compensation Case Evaluations, it has quickly become so popular and useful to potential Clients that we are now on call 24 hours per day. A Georgia personal injury, wrongful death, or workers compensation lawyer will respond quickly with a tentative case value and answer any all questions without cost. For those who wish to speak with our Georgia personal injury and workers compensation law firm immediately, please call 888.842.1616.

Although our firm is based in Atlanta, we have recovered millions of dollars for our Clients throughout Georgia. We handle cases from Dalton to Savannah and Augusta to Columbus. For those potential Clients outside of Georgia, we also offer nationwide attorney referrals for personal injury and workers compensation cases.

As Atlanta has increased in size and population, Atlanta work injuries, Atlanta work accidents, and Atlanta workers compensation claims have so to increased. The workers compensation system in Georgia is complex, and an injured worker, without proper guidance from an attorney or lawyer, is, in many instances, taken advantage of by his or her employer. Given this scenario, to assist injured workers, we have prepared a 'to do list' in the event of a work accident.

Following a work accident in Georgia, no matter how minor or severe the injury, the most important thing for an injured worker to do is to report the incident to his or her acting supervisor. Georgia law requires that a work injury be reported to an employer with 30 days of the accident, and failure to do so could allow the employer to deny the workers compensation claim. As a consequence, do not hesitate in notifying your employer and be certain to indicate how the work accident occurred and the various injuries that were sustained. After reporting the accident, if you are seriously injured, request that your employer call 911 or transport you to an emergency room for immediate care. If you are not sure if you are hurt, out of an abundance of caution, seek treatment at an emergency room.

After receiving immediate care for your injuries, you should take pictures of the scene of the work accident. Employers may attempt to alter the accident scene, so it is important to document exactly what the area looked like at the time of the accident. If you don't have a camera with you, use your phone to take the pictures. It is also important to take pictures of your work injury...bruising will disappear within days, so it is critical to preserve the visual severity injury as quickly as possible.

After taking pictures of your injury and the accident scene, you should ask your employer for a panel of physicians. Georgia law allows an employer to limit the medical providers that an injured work may treat with after a workers compensation accident, but only if the employer properly posts a panel of physicians at its workplace. If the employer fails to post this panel, which is usually a pink piece of paper posted in the break room, an injured worker is allowed by law to treat with a physician of his or her choice at the expense of the employer. Also ask your employer who it's workers compensation insurance company is, and the telephone number for the insurance company's claims office. Make a note of this information for your records.

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A five-car collision on GA 400 north, south of Jot Em Down Road, on February 11, 2011, has left three people injured. According to news reports and police statements, Patricia Bolch, 70, of Dawsonville was heading north in her Honda Odyssey when she crashed into a Subaru Tribeca, who in turn rear-ended a Plymouth sedan. The impact caused the Tribeca to overturn and collide with a Chevrolet Equinox who then, hit the back of another Subaru sports vehicle. The injured victims were transported to Northside Hospital for medical treatment. Ms. Bolch has been charged for following too close.

Given Ms. Bolch's apparent fault in causing this car accident, she may be held civilly liable for the injuries that she caused to the victims of this collision. The victims may elect pursue a claim against Ms. Bolch and her insurance carrier for the medical expenses that they have incurred, as well as the pain and suffering that they have experienced. Because of the multiple parties involved in this incident, it is important that the injured victims retain legal representation without delay so as to protect their individual interests. Failure to act quickly may result in a circumstance where there is little or no insurance coverage remaining to properly compensate all injured parties.

Our law firm has represented hundreds upon hundreds of Clients who have been seriously injured in car accidents such as this one, and we have too often seen the value of a case sacrificed for failure of the injured victims to timely secure legal representation. We wish a quick recovery to the victims of this accident, and we offer our legal support if needed.

As Atlanta motorcycle accident attorneys, we are pleased to report that a woman who was a passenger of a motorcycle that was struck by a car was awarded $800,000.00 by a Haralson County jury. The lawsuit was against the driver of the motorcycle who negligently pulled around the car as the driver was attempting to make a turn. This Verdict represents another significant victory for the victims of motorcycle accidents in the State of Georgia.

Our law firm represents Clients throughout the state of Georgia and has recovered millions of dollars for individuals who have been suffered an injury as a consequence of the fault of another. Please contact us if we can be of assistance.

Our workers' compensation law firm has learned of the death of a construction worker at the undeveloped Waterstone Fall subdivision off Tremmel Road in Cumming, Georgia. According to news reports, Aaron Banks, 20, of Covington died after being buried in a trench collapse for approximately one hour on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. Federal OSHA officials are investigating the accident, and further details are certain to emerge.

Mr. Banks' family will almost certainly be entitled to substantial compensation as a consequence of this incident. At the outset, Mr. Banks' family will be automatically entitled financial benefits under Georgia's workers compensation laws. It is important that the family retain a knowledgeable lawyer to assist them in securing these benefits, however, as the workers compensation is complicated. In addition to compensation available under the workers compensation code, they may also have a third party civil claim against any party other than the employer who may be responsible for this tragic incident. Because this third party claim will be dependent upon the factual circumstances surrounding the incident, it is critical a knowledgeable lawyer be immediately retained to preserve any evidence associated with the accident. Our law firm has recovered millions of dollars for families that have been victim to similar incidents, and we offer our legal support if needed.

We extend our condolences, to the family of Mr. Banks.

Our Law Firm was saddened to learn of a recent three-car accident on February 5, 2011 which tragically claimed the life of Harold Huff, 66. News reports indicate that Mr. Huff was a passenger in Donald Hilton's vehicle when Mr. Hilton was traveling at Northside Drive and 16th Street and lost control of his vehicle after hitting a curb. He swerved into traffic in the opposite direction and collided with a vehicle head-on. Mr. Hilton and Mr. Huff were transported to Grady Memorial Hospital where unfortunately, Mr. Huff later died from the injuries he sustained. The accident remains under investigation.

We have been retained in many tragic car accidents such as this one to protect the interests of the injured parties. If the Mr. Hilton is found to have been at fault in causing this accident, the family of Mr. Huff may elect to pursue a civil action for the wrongful death of their family member. Mr. Huff's family could potentially recover a substantial sum, but the ultimate recovery is dependent upon the insurance coverage held by Mr. Hilton.

Our personal injury and wrongful death law firm has recovered millions of dollars in Georgia for families who have lost a loved one in tragic car accidents such as this one. We extend our condolences to the family of Mr. Huff, and, if needed we offer our legal support to his family.

Over the last several years, our law firm has represented AirTran employees in workers compensation claims and third party work injury lawsuits. The types of cases that we handle range from catastrophic claims where AirTran employees have been confined to a wheelchair to slip and fall accidents occurring at airports and on tarmacs. As AirTran has grown as an airline, we have seen the number of AirTran work injuries similarly increase.

A recent Airtran Atlanta workers compensation case has recently garnered local headlines. In January of this year, an AirTran gate agent was attacked by an Army soldier at Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson Airport. The gate agent was assisting passengers with connecting flights when the soldier approached her and demanded that she assist him. When she suggested that she was unable to assist, the soldier spit at her and pushed her into another passenger. As a consequence, she suffered a shoulder injury. The soldier was charged with simple assault, but the charges may be elevated.

While the gate agents injury is certainly not a typical AirTran workers compensation claim, it is still, nonetheless and compensable work accident. Under Georgia workers compensation law, the gate agent would be entitled to medical care as long as it is needed, weekly compensation checks for as long as she is unable to return to work and a disability payment in the event her injuries are permanent.

A 77-year-old woman was awarded $1.1 million by a Cobb County jury for injuries she suffered after being run over by her own vehicle due to a defective gear shift that moved out of the parking position. The Plaintiff sustained serious injuries which forced her to retire from her job of 30 years. The jury found that the Jasper Jeep Dodge Chrysler was negligent because the Plaintiff's vehicle had been recalled and the dealer had already performed the recall repairs when the accident occurred. This is a significant victory for injured victims in Cobb County, as Cobb County juries have a reputation of being very conservative.

Our law firm represents Clients throughout the State of Georgia, and we have recovered millions upon millions of dollars for individuals who have suffered an injury as a consequence of the fault of another. Please contact us if we can be of assistance.

Two people were ejected from their vehicle during a February 3, 2011 accident on Interstate 75 south near the Center Road bridge in Cartersville, Georgia. News reports indicate that Angelina Rule of Acworth and a 6-year-old passenger were ejected when the Ford Ranger they were traveling in overturned after Breanne Harris of Cartersville struck Ms. Rules' vehicle as she attempted to change lanes. Ms. Rules was airlifted to Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta where she reportedly underwent surgery. The 6-year-old was airlifted to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite. Ms. Harris has been charged with improper lane change.

Given Ms. Harris' apparent fault in causing this car accident, she may be held civilly liable for the injuries that she caused to Ms. Rule and the 6-year-old. The victims may elect to pursue a claim against Ms. Harris and her insurance carrier for the medical expenses that they have incurred, as well as the pain and suffering that they have experienced. It is important that the victims consult an experienced law firm as soon as possible so that lawyers may seek to preserve the evidence relating to this accident. Our law firm has represented hundreds upon hundreds of Clients who have been seriously injured in car accidents such as this one, and we have too often seen the value of a case sacrificed for failure of the injured victim to timely secure legal representation. We hope that the victims of this accident do not experience a similar circumstance, and elect to undertake immediate representation.

We wish a speedy recovery to the victims of this accident, and we offer our legal support if needed.

Our Law Firm has been notified that 23 year-old Clayton County resident Brandon Duncan was killed Thursday morning when, according to local police, Mr. Duncan was struck by car as he was crossing Mount Zion Road, just east of Tara Boulevard. Witnesses say that the drivers of a BMW and a van appeared to be arguing when the tragic incident happened. They also state that both vehicles left the scene and returned moments later.

It appears certain that the driver of the vehicle that struck Mr. Duncan will be held criminally responsible in causing his death and, as such, Mr. Duncan's family may elect to pursue a civil lawsuit against the driver for the wrongful death of their family member. Mr. Duncan's family is entitled to damages for the loss of their loved one, and it is important that the family seek to retain an experienced law firm to assist them in this matter at the earliest opportunity. It is critical that any and all evidence relating to the accident be preserved, and an attorney will ensure that this occurs.

Our personal injury and wrongful death law firm has recovered millions of dollars for injured victims and their families who have lost a loved one at the fault of another. As such, we understand how difficult and traumatic this experience may be for Mr. Duncan's family. We extend our sympathies and offer our legal assistance if needed.

As an Atlanta workers compensation law firm handling work injury claims for employees and flight attendants injured while working for airlines such as Delta Airlines and AirTran Airways, we were interested in reviewing the 2010-2011 Flight Attendant Occupational Handbook which is published by the United States Department of Labor. We are keenly aware that Delta and AirTran workers compensation claims are frequent, as our lawyers understand that baggage handlers and flight attendants are at an increased risk for injury. The Department of Labor Report was enlightening, however, as it reveals that flight attendants injuries are more frequent than previously thought.

The Department of Labor publication indicates that flight attendants experience a higher than average work injury rate as compared to all other occupations. The handbook notes that most injuries to flight attendants will occur while opening storage compartments or while navigating beverage carts. Additionally, however, the handbook suggests that many medical conditions will occur as a consequence of the irregular eating and sleeping schedules maintained by flight attendants. Also, the cabin pressurization and recycled air may contribute to certain pulmonary illnesses. Finally, we were somewhat surprising to learn that another major source of flight attendant injuries is unruly passengers whom flight attendants are compelled to restrain on occasion.