I Recently Hurt My Back at Work, but I Have a Previous Back Injury. Will That Affect My Claim in Georgia?
Hasner Law | Workers' Compensation | November 14, 2018
Individuals often wonder what they can do if they sustain a back injury at work, but already suffer from such an injury. Far too many people fail to seek legal advice because they assume that […]
The Most Dangerous Intersections in Atlanta, Georgia
Hasner Law | Car Accidents | November 7, 2018
Georgia is one of the most dangerous states for drivers, but officials have started a movement aimed at reducing traffic fatalities by 41 individuals each year. Unfortunately, between 2016 and 2017, the state failed to […]
Do I Have to Give the Other Driver’s Insurance Adjuster a Statement after a Savannah Car Accident?
Hasner Law | Car Accidents | October 30, 2018
When you’re seriously injured in an auto accident, for a short period of time you become the focus of attention. Police officers, doctors, auto repair shops, car rental companies … everyone wants to hear your […]
By Law, Do You Need an Attorney to File a Workers’ Comp Claim in Savannah?
Hasner Law | Workers' Compensation | October 26, 2018
If injured at work, do you need an attorney to file a Worker’s Compensation claim in Savannah? According to the State Board of Worker’s Compensation, while anyone has the legal right to represent himself, your […]
The Deadliest Workplace Injuries in Georgia
Hasner Law | Workplace Accidents | October 19, 2018
In 2016, 171 people were killed in workplace incidents throughout Georgia. This number is down slightly from 180 individuals killed in work-related accidents in 2015, but is substantially higher than the 117 killed in 2013 […]
What Not to Do After an Atlanta Truck Accident
Hasner Law | Truck Accidents | October 12, 2018
Truck accidents in the Atlanta area can cause serious injuries or fatalities. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that there were 155 truck crash fatalities in 2014 and 182 in 2015. Nationally, in 2015, […]
Are You the Victim of Construction Employer Negligence in Georgia?
Hasner Law | Workers' Compensation | September 28, 2018
In recent years, Savannah has experienced a boom in construction throughout the city. In 2016, the city issued building permits for projects that totaled $574 million, a 40 percent increase from the previous year. This […]
Rainy Day Danger: Wet Weather and Multi-Car Crashes in Atlanta
Hasner Law | Car Accidents | September 21, 2018
According to the Federal Highway Administration, roughly 22 percent of car accidents are weather-related, with the lion’s share related to rainfall. Considering that Atlanta receives nearly 50 inches of rain per year, and has a […]
Dooring Accidents in Savannah
Hasner Law | Bicycle Accidents | September 14, 2018
With summer in full swing, more people are taking their bicycles out to enjoy the summer weather. Savannah’s warm weather and flat roads make it the perfect spot for cycling. While biking is a healthy […]
Georgia’s Hands-Free Law: Everything You Need to Know
Hasner Law | Car Accidents | September 7, 2018
Hands-free cell phone laws are sweeping the nation, with 16 states now restricting drivers from using handheld phones, an attempt to decrease the number of accidents that result from distracted driving. Although restrictions on texting […]