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A trust can play an essential part in your estate plan and give you flexibility in your decision-making about your future. What are the benefits of a trust? Because trusts are so important, it’s good to understand more about them and how they may help you and those you love. Generally speaking, a trust is a three-party contract. It outlines…
The thought of estate planning – and even dying someday — can make some of us feel uncomfortable. Why Do I Need to Plan for My Estate? Estate planning may seem like a burden, but the process of facing the issues involved and outlining your plans can actually help you resolve everything and feel more at ease. Estate planning is…
A University of South Florida student was abducted and shot in the head three times during a carjacking at her apartment complex. After finding that inadequate security at the complex allowed the criminals to enter the property, the jury awarded her $15.7 million. Nationwide, property owners who fail to provide adequate security are being held accountable and large settlements are…
Being in an auto crash is unnerving, and usually leaves one feeling disoriented. Although there are important action steps to take immediately following a crash, it may be difficult to think of them on the spot. Therefore, it is important to plan in advance for the possibility of an accident ― which is what we hope this post will help…
According to researchers at Harvard Medical School, debt for medical expenses accounted for 62% of all bankruptcies in 2007, up from 46% in 2001. These included expenses after an accident and due to illness. We know how difficult it is to pay off medical bills, especially if you don’t have health care coverage. If you have been injured in a serious…
A Houston, Texas mother is suing her local pharmacy for a prescription error that led to the death of her daughter. In August, 6-year-old Jadalyn died after taking a dose of liquid morphine that was 10 times the strength she was prescribed. Pharmacy error is the failure of a pharmacist to provide the proper dosage, medication or instructions. It is a form…
Most states, including Georgia, follow a set of standards known as the Uniform Vehicle Code. One of the rules of this code is that drivers must keep right if they are traveling slower than the speed of traffic. If you suffer injuries because a driver failed to follow Georgia’s slow-driving laws, you may be able to sue for damages. Why is slow…
This past August, Atlanta Magazine reported that the national cyclospora outbreak infected 353 people throughout 15 states, including Georgia. Cyclospora is a one-celled parasite that causes an intestinal infection called cyclosporiasis or cyclospora infection. How people are exposed Cyclospora illness was rare before 1996, typically showing up only among travelers to developing countries or in those with a compromised immune system due to HIV or…
While significant birth injuries account for less than 2 percent of neonatal deaths, non-fatal birth injuries are fairly commonplace. On average, there are between six and eight birth injuries for every 1,000 live births. Some of these injuries heal quickly without medical intervention or following short-term medical treatment, while others can have lifelong consequences and require lifetime care. If your baby…
This past July, national news sources reported that Baby Einstein, an Atlanta-based toy company, was forced to recall more than 400,000 baby jumpers after receiving reports of more than 60 injuries. The recall included a number of models that sold nationwide by major retailers such as Toys R Us and Amazon. How common are toy injuries? A 2011 U.S. Consumer Product Safety…