Author Archives: Charlie Gillette
Understanding Medical Malpractice Law in Georgia
If you or a loved one was seriously injured by the carelessness of a doctor, nurse, or other medical professional, you may be able to pursue financial restitution for your harms and losses against that individual and/or the hospital. But it is important to understand that tort reform laws in Georgia have put in… Read More »
Pedestrian Hit By a Car – Understanding Your Rights
The data does not lie – Florida is a dangerous place for pedestrians. According to the Florida Department of Transportation, the pedestrian injury rate in Florida is the highest in the country and nearly double the national average. State data indicates that, in a single year, nearly five hundred pedestrians were killed in accidents… Read More »
Tragic Accident on Ga. Highway 32 Highlights Dangers of Drunk Driving
It happens far too often. Someone has a few too many drinks and decides to get behind the wheel of a car. Approximately 9,967 people died in alcohol-impaired driving crashes in 2014. That accounts for nearly one-third of all traffic-related deaths in the United States, according to the CDC. Unfortunately, two lives were lost… Read More »
Multi-Vehicle Accident on I-295 Results in Loss of Life
Losing someone you love is always difficult, but the pain is made that much worse when the loss is sudden and completely unexpected. A family from Ontario, Canada is struggling with immense grief after a deadly chain reaction, four-vehicle crash in Northwest Jacksonville. A Ford F-250 pickup truck reportedly hit the rear end of… Read More »
Multi-Car Accident – Who is Responsible for Your Damages?
Interstate 95 (i-95) in Jacksonville was the scene of a serious car crash involving five different vehicles. At least one vehicle caught fire after the collision, which occurred on I-95 southbound at Baymeadows Road, according to CBS47 News. It was unclear whether any vehicle occupants sustained injuries. Hopefully, everyone was able to walk away… Read More »
Injured in a Motorcycle Accident – Understanding Your Rights
You are enjoying a ride on your Harley or other motorcycle on North Market Street in Jacksonville when a car, out of nowhere, sideswipes you. The impact causes you to suffer significant injuries necessitating a multi-day stay at the hospital and months of rehabilitative treatment. In this scenario, you may be able to pursue… Read More »
Nursing Home Abuse – Know the Signs and Steps To Pursue Legal Action
Here are some truly shocking statistics – more than 40 percent of nursing home residents have reported being abused and more than 90 percent report being neglected by nursing home staff, according to one source. If that was not bad enough, roughly half of all nursing home attendants have admitted to abusing or neglecting… Read More »
Attempt to Pass Leads to Tragic Results
One person was killed in a tragic three-vehicle collision on SR-31 in DeSoto County, Florida. Reports indicate that a car was attempting to pass another when it hit an oncoming big rig, according to NBC 2 News. The car that collided with the semi-trailer overturned and ended up in a ditch. The semi struck… Read More »
The Clock is Ticking – Understanding Georgia’s Statute of Limitations
You are driving on Norwich Street in Brunswick headed to Southland Market when another driver t-bones you. Your vehicle is totaled and you suffer extensive physical injuries. You may spend a few weeks in the hospital as a result of your injuries. Once released, you may be overwhelmed by unpaid bills, trying to get… Read More »
Understanding Georgia Dog Bite Laws
Suffering a dog bite can be a traumatic event and result in a serious injury. Some dog bites can result in an infection, tendon damage, nerve damage, or corrective surgery. If you or a loved one was bitten by a dog, you need to have as much information as possible to assess your legal… Read More »
