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Understanding Concussions

By Hawkins Spizman |

If you have suffered a concussion, you know that they are no joke. Concussions can temporarily affect your ability to think, concentrate, sleep, and see. They can also cause severe head pain and headaches. While people often associate concussions and other head injuries with sports, the most common cause of concussions is actually trip-and-fall… Read More »

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Can I Sue A Hospital For Negligence?

By Hawkins Spizman |

Medical negligence is one of the leading causes of injury in the United States, and one of the most common places for these injuries to occur is in hospitals. Medical negligence can take the form of everything from surgical to dosage errors. Misdiagnosis, failure to treat, and negligence in aftercare can all create standing… Read More »

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Have You Suffered Food Poisoning?

By Hawkins Spizman |

If you have suffered food poisoning after eating at a restaurant or other venue, you know how serious it can be. Far beyond being merely unpleasant, severe food poisoning can result in dehydration, causing organ damage, cardiac episodes, and even death. If you contracted food poisoning and suffered serious harm as a result, including… Read More »

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Can I Sue For Injuries Sustained In A Bar Fight Or Assault?

By Hawkins Spizman |

Atlanta is home to some of the greatest bars, restaurants, and clubs in the country. However, wild nights out can go hand-in-hand with reckless conduct and violent assaults. It’s not at all uncommon for one of these nights to end in the emergency room. If you have been injured in an Atlanta bar fight… Read More »

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Suing For A Vehicle Defect

By Hawkins Spizman |

One of the most terrifying scenarios for most drivers is losing control of their vehicle. Vehicle defects that cause an accident can take many forms. Some, such as defects affecting the accelerator of a car, can have catastrophic and obvious consequences. Other times, it’s harder to pinpoint what exactly went wrong, but you are… Read More »

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Have You Suffered A Slipped Disc?

By Hawkins Spizman |

Anyone who has suffered a slipped disc, also called a herniated disc, knows how painful and debilitating it can be. Like all injuries, the impact that a herniated disc can have on an individual can range from mild to severe. A herniated disc may require a few days off work and physical therapy, or… Read More »

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Understanding The Burden Of Proof In A Georgia DUI Case

By Hawkins Spizman |

Being charged with a DUI can be an overwhelming event that many find leaves them feeling somewhat doomed and powerless. The good news is that just because you have been charged with DUI does not mean you will be convicted. It can be easy to feel like as soon as you are charged and… Read More »

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Staying Safe Near Georgia’s Train Tracks

By Hawkins Spizman |

You may think that it’s easy enough to avoid being hit by a train, but then you would also likely be surprised to learn that a car or person is hit by a train every three minutes in the United States. This is in part because people are overly confident about their ability to… Read More »

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Who Is Liable In A Georgia Multi-Vehicle Accident?

By Hawkins Spizman |

Determining liability can be complex even in a standard two-vehicle accident. For instance, from your perspective, another car could have completely come out of nowhere, entering your lane and colliding with you head-on, while they could claim to have hit road debris that popped their tire and caused them to lose control of the… Read More »

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Are You Running Out Of Time To Bring A Georgia Medical Malpractice Claim?

By Hawkins Spizman |

Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, nurse, dentist, or other healthcare professional, deviates from the standard of care owed to a patient, by acting negligently, recklessly, carelessly, or in any way that compromises the health and safety of the patient, resulting in injury or death. A common example of medical malpractice is leaving a… Read More »

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