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Practicing Safe Boating on Lake Lanier The allure of the open water, the gentle lull of waves, and the freedom to explore vast expanses make boating an irresistible pastime for many. With summer here, schools are out, holidays are in full swing, and families are flocking to Lake Lanier in Gainesville, Georgia, for fun-filled days of...

Protecting Yourself and Your Dog: Tips to Prevent Dog Bites As a dog owner, it’s important to understand the potential risks and responsibilities that come with having a furry friend. One such risk is the possibility of a dog bite injury. While most dogs are friendly and well-behaved, it’s crucial to be aware of the...

Slip and Fall at a Georgia Store? Here’s What to Do Next. Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, including at a store. These slip and fall accidents can result in serious injuries and even lead to a personal injury lawsuit. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s important to know what steps to...

The wind in your face, the open road, the roar of the engine—motorcycle riding is so much fun!  It is a type of freedom that allows adults to be children again!  However, the same freedom that brings so much joy to the rider is also the rider’s number one danger.  Motorcycle riders are totally exposed;...

When an employee is injured at work and the injury limits his or her ability to continue working, under Georgia Workers’ Compensation law, the employer is responsible for weekly income benefits to the employee. The benefits are called temporary total disability payments or TTD for short. Payments commence upon a doctor placing work restrictions on...

Under Georgia workers’ compensation law an employer is responsible for injuries sustained by an employee if the injuries arise out of and occur within the scope of employment.  An employee is not required to prove the employer caused the accident, only that the employee was at work, and engaged in his or her normal duties...

When a victim is injured in a personal injury case, there are different categories of damages that a personal injury attorney will demand require compensation: property damage, medical bills, future medical bills, lost wages, lost future income, permanent scarring, permanent disability, and pain and suffering. Each of these categories of damages must be proven by...

Avoiding some common mistakes made by many after a car accident will help secure a fair and just settlement for the personal injuries and damages you suffered. If you have been in a car accident, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIGHT WITH THE INSURANCE COMPANY BY YOURSELF!  Find a personal injury law firm in Georgia that...

What happens if you are injured in an auto accident, it’s not your fault, and you incur a large amount of medical bills?  Additionally, what happens if you incur lost wages because you are unable to work following your auto accident?  What about your pain and suffering?  How are you going to be made whole—you...

Accidents occur every day in Gainesville, Georgia, and many of them happen at intersections. To give drivers a better idea of where these accidents most often happen, the car accident lawyers at Weaver Law Firm have analyzed the data and listed the most dangerous intersections in our community. Five of the Most Dangerous Intersections in...