Ruptured or Herniated Discs from an Alpharetta Car Wreck

Injuries to the discs in your back often occur as a result of car wrecks. Alpharetta accident attorney Jeff Dover explains why and how those injuries occur.

Do I Have Enough Time to File a Medical Malpractice Claim?

One of the critical elements an experienced medical malpractice attorney must decide is if there is enough time to file a suit.

Nose Injuries from an Alpharetta Car Wreck

Despite the advent of air bags, injuries to the nose are still a common occurrence in Alpharetta car wrecks.

Alpharetta Accident Lawyer Explains Heel, Ankle and Foot Fractures Resulting from Car Wrecks

Heel fractures, ankle fractures and foot fractures are common injuries resulting from car wrecks. Alpharetta accident attorney Jeff Dover explains each.

Health Care Providers, Licensing and Malpractice -- What You Need to Know

Though health care has become more fragmented than ever, nearly everyone who provides for your care should be licensed by the state in which they practice.

Atlanta Car Wrecks and Closed Head Injuries

Despite advances in car safety, closed head injuries are still a common occurrence from accidents. It's important to understand some of the possible symptoms.

Georgia Pedestrian Accidents

Nationally, it is estimated that on average there is a crash-related pedestrian death every two hours, and a pedestrian injury every eight minutes. Pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash on each trip.

Alpharetta Accident Lawyer Explains Elbow Injuries Resulting from Car Wrecks

Elbow injuries from car wrecks can be disabling, painful and take a long time to heal, especially if there is a fracture involved.

Serious Foot and Ankle Injuries -- A Common Occurrence in Alpharetta Car Wrecks

The bones in the foot and ankle are often injured in car wrecks, sometimes leading to a prolonged and difficult recovery for the accident victim.

Causation -- Another Key Element in a Successful Georgia Medical Malpractice Case

To have a successful medical malpractice claim in Georgia, there needs to be a clear connection between the negligent act and the injury that occurred.

Georgia Medical Malpractice Keys -- Are the Injuries and Damages Significant?

Georgia medical malpractice cases are complicated. One of the keys to deciding to file suit is if the injuries and damages were significant.

When the Insurance Company Says "You Don't Need a Lawyer"

Insurance companies use lots of tactics to minimize the amount of money they have to pay for claims. A common one is saying, "You Don't Need a Lawyer."

Another Typical Insurance Company Tactic -- Offering to Quickly Settle Your Case with an Immediate Offer of Money

Insurance companies will often use the tactic of offering accident victims a small amount of money right after an accident in hopes that the victim will settle.

Just Sign Here -- Another Typical Insurance Company Tactic

Insurance companies use all sorts of tricks and tactics to limit or deny legitimate injury claims.

After an Atlanta Car Wreck, Be Sure to Look at Your Own Household and Car Insurance Policies

Atlanta car wreck victims should review their own household and car insurance policies to make sure that all potential insurance coverage is identified.

The Most Common Types of Nursing Home Neglect

Alpharetta medical malpractice attorney Jeffrey Dover lists the most common forms of nursing home neglect and abuse.

Alpharetta Car Accident Lawyer Recommends Keeping a Journal If You've Been Hurt in a Wreck

Alpharetta personal injury attorney Jeff Dover explains why it is a good idea to keep a detailed journal if you have been hurt in an accident.

Stick to Your Doctor's Treatment Plan if You've Been Injured in an Atlanta Accident

It can be a huge mistake to not follow your doctor's treatment plan if you are injured in car wreck.

Careful What You Say to the Other Driver's Insurance Company after an Accident

Giving a recorded statement to the at-fault driver's insurance company after an accident can be a terrible mistake.

Don't Sign Authorization Forms from the Other Driver's Insurance Company

Signing forms, such as medical authorization forms, from the at-fault driver's insurance company can be a huge mistake.

What to Do When Your Car Loses Traction

While it is best to be able to recognize threats from afar and avoid them, sometimes circumstances forbid such anticipation. Such is the case with black ice, which by definition is transparent and sometimes unavoidable. Thus, it is important to know what steps to take to protect yourself from black ice conditions.

Common Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents

Just as various types of automobile accidents entail risks of certain types of injuries to those involved, motorcycle accidents have their own characteristic threats. Understanding those risks can sometimes put the danger of motorcycle accidents into perspective.

Pickup Truck Safety: Statistics Worth Knowing

While some statistics and trivia may seem to cater more to our curiosity than to practical usage, auto accident statistics can be enlightening by demonstrating the commonality of certain fundamental mistakes that we are all prone to make.

Commercial Licenses Denied to Hearing-Impaired

While laws permitting individuals with hearing impairment to operate motor vehicles remain in place, new laws just issued this year aim to prevent the hearing-impaired from operating vehicles used to carry out interstate commerce. Certain rules and stipulations have been put in place to define the extent of hearing loss permitted.

Avoiding Accidents in Severe Thunderstorms

Severe weather conditions can make auto collisions more likely and the collisions that do occur more severe, resulting in greater damages and injury to those involved. Fortunately, taking adequate precautions and proper care behind the wheel can do a great deal to mitigate the risk of these instances.