Speeding remains one of the leading causes of severe motor vehicle collisions in Georgia. In Atlanta, where major interstates intersect with dense neighborhood streets, the risk of injury from speeding drivers is significant. If you or a loved one were harmed in a crash caused by another motorist’s excessive speed,…
If you’ve been injured in a crash because another driver was texting behind the wheel, you may be wondering how Georgia law looks at that kind of behavior. It’s already clear that texting while driving is careless—but is it gross negligence? In Georgia, the difference between “ordinary negligence” and “gross…
Herniated and bulged discs are among the most misunderstood — and contested — injuries in personal injury cases. If you’re in Atlanta or anywhere in Georgia and you’ve suffered one of these spinal injuries due to another party’s negligence, you’re likely facing not only physical pain but also legal…
Butler Kahn and our co-counsel Ronnie Mabra recently got a $6,000,000 policy limits settlement in a wrongful death, negligent security case arising from a shooting at an apartment complex. Negligent security cases against apartment complexes can be tough. It can be difficult to show that the owner knew about…
If you’ve been injured in Georgia, understanding contributory negligence is important. This legal term can influence the outcome of your personal injury claim. Below, personal injury lawyers at Butler Kahn, PC explain what contributory negligence means and how it might affect your case. What Is Contributory Negligence? Contributory negligence refers…
When someone acts carelessly and causes harm to another person, this is known as negligence. Breach of duty is a key element in proving negligence, and knowing how it applies to your situation can be crucial in seeking compensation for your injuries. Duty of Care Explained In any negligence case,…
If you have been injured in Atlanta, Georgia, understanding the role of negligence in personal injury cases is key to knowing your rights. Negligence is when someone does not take proper care or makes a mistake that causes you harm. For example, if a driver is not paying attention and…
