Georgia’s Hands-Free Law: Everything You Need to Know
Stephen Hasner | 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 […]
Workplace Amputations – An “Unreal” Scenario With Real Life Consequences
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | August 28, 2018
Workplace amputation accidents may happen quickly, but the consequences last a lifetime. Initially, victims deal with the shock of an injury that seems unreal yet is profound enough to change their lives forever. Physical and […]
Multi-Car Wrecks: Surviving the Pile Up
Stephen Hasner | Car Accidents | August 17, 2018
Multi-car pile-ups. We’ve all caught a glimpse of them on our local roads and freeways. The ambulances and stretchers, crushed cars, and distraught people on the side of the road draw our attention, prompting us […]
Employees’ Rights Under OSHA
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | August 10, 2018
Employers are required by federal law to provide and maintain a safe and healthy work environment. The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), created under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, […]
Are Summer Seasonal Employees Eligible for Workers’ Compensation in Georgia?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | August 3, 2018
Many people take on seasonal jobs for a variety of reasons. Perhaps they are only in the Savannah area for a few months and want a temporary position, such as students home from college. Maybe […]
Getting Medical Treatment After a Car Accident in Atlanta
Stephen Hasner | Car Accidents | July 20, 2018
Car accidents can range from a minor fender-bender to a devastating collision in which one or both cars are totaled. In the best-case scenario, both drivers and passengers are able to walk away without a […]
What if a Shooter Comes Into Your Workplace in Atlanta?
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | July 17, 2018
Most employees expect to attend training sessions regarding safety equipment, anti-discrimination, and other workplace policies. It is a sad day when companies need to plan training sessions regarding what to do if a shooter enters […]
Workers’ Compensation Settlements in Georgia
Stephen Hasner | Workers' Compensation | July 3, 2018
Workers’ compensation laws generally encourage insurance companies to reach settlement agreements with injured workers when possible. Settling a case can mean that you get money to cover your medical expenses and lost income without needing […]
Injuries to Teachers at Work
Stephen Hasner | Workplace Accidents | June 21, 2018
Firefighters, police officers, and construction workers all have something in common – they all go to work every day in an industry that has a high risk of harm. When someone decides to be a […]
Scaffolding Collapses at Construction Sites
Stephen Hasner | Workplace Accidents | June 7, 2018
Scaffolding is a familiar part of most construction projects. Scaffolding platforms allow workers to access high places outside of buildings for repairs, cleaning, or initial construction. While climbing scaffolding may be second nature for many […]