For most of us, going to the grocery store is a regular occurrence that we don’t think twice about. Unfortunately, grocery stores often have significant slip, trip, and fall hazards that can leave shoppers with serious injuries. In fact, the injuries you can sustain in a slip and fall accident can leave you with long-term medical problems that could cost you thousands of dollars – or more. If you have fallen in a grocery store, there are certain steps that you should take to protect your rights and your ability to recover compensation. Read on to learn what those steps are. For more informatio ..read more

Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence law for personal injury claims. The state awards settlements to personal injury claimants as long as the other party is primarily at fault. For example, if you’re shown to be 49% at fault, you can still recover money. You just can’t share fault equally with the other party. That is why you need to be able to refute some of the arguments the other side may make. Why Making a Strong Case for a Tort Claim Is Important ..read more

Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere, from the front walkway at home to a grocery store parking lot. And injuries from fall accidents can range from sprains to broken bones to concussions. While some people may brush off these incidents as minor and not worth seeking medical attention, it can be highly dangerous to do so. In fact, it is vital to seek medical attention after a slip and fall for several reasons. Injury Documentation A trip to the emergency room after a slip & fall provides documentation of your injury, which is crucial in building a solid personal injury case. Medical ..read more

The slip and fall accident is one of the most common kinds of personal injury claims that people file because there are several situations in which people can fall due to some kind of hazard they were not aware of and property owners are often liable for injuries in these types of cases. It is incredibly important for all people in these situations to quickly retain an Atlanta slip and fall lawyer because most injury victims are going to be dealing with insurance companies that are very likely to take a skeptical view about an injury claim. Insurers makes their money by denying claims or payi ..read more

In the blink of an eye, you can slip, fall, and be seriously injured in the process – all as a result of a commercial property owner’s negligence. Slip and fall accidents are among the most common accidents out there, and they are also some of the most dangerous. If someone else’s negligence causes you to be injured in a slip and fall accident, don’t wait to reach out and consult with an experienced Atlanta slip and fall accident attorney.  Do I have a slip and fall accident claim? While every slip and fall accident claim is unique, the following legal elements must be present in order to ..read more

Slipping and falling can be exceptionally dangerous, and if you’ve been so injured as a result of a commercial property owner’s negligence, your journey toward healing can be difficult. If this is the challenging position you find yourself in, one of the most important steps you can take to help protect your legal rights and your rightful compensation is retaining an experienced Atlanta slip and fall accident lawyer early in the process.  Slip and Fall Accidents Slip and fall accidents are far more dangerous than you may realize. Consider the following statistics shared by the National Fl ..read more

Most of us have slipped and fallen at some point in our lives and walked away with nothing more than perhaps a bump or bruise. It’s important to note, however, that slips, trips, and falls are capable of causing extremely serious injuries, especially to people who are more vulnerable. If you have slipped or fallen and suffered injuries, you should call our office today to discuss your case with an Atlanta slip and fall attorney. Slip & Fall Injuries Slip and fall injuries can be surprisingly serious. In fact, in some cases, victims require emergency medical attention and may even be l ..read more

Any discussion of pool and spa accidents inevitably turns to drownings, and with good reason. From 2014 through 2016, there was an average of 363 drownings in pools or spas per year of children under 15 years old. In the summer of 2019 alone, there were at least 150 pool and spa drownings of children younger than 15 nationwide. Seven of those drownings occurred in Georgia. However, focusing solely on drownings ignores many non-fatal accidents that happen around pools and spas annually. While drownings are tragic, thousands more are injured every year in accidents ..read more

Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common causes of accidental injury. Despite being so common, slip and fall claims are not commonly understood by people who do not have experience dealing with them. We’ve answered some of the most common questions we hear in the material below. For more information or to discuss your case with a slip and fall lawyer in Atlanta, call our office today. When Can You File a Claim for a Slip and Fall Accident? Under Georgia law, any accident caused by the negligence of others typically entitles victims to compensation for their injuries. So, if ..read more

Whenever you visit another person’s property, they have a legal duty to ensure the property is safe. In the event that their negligence leads to injury, the property owner may be held liable for failing to maintain their property in a safe condition. This is especially the case for business premises, where paying customers and patrons are entitled to a reasonable expectation of safety.  Slappey & Sadd have been representing accident victims across the state of Georgia since 1992. If you’ve been injured on someone else’s property, we can help you get the compensation you need to move o ..read more