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Spring break injuries can result in premises liability claims

by The Goldman Firm | Apr 21, 2017 | Premises Liability

Spring breakers are winding down their celebrations at popular vacation spots all over the southern United States, including Atlanta. For most, the worst they will suffer is a sunburn and a hangover. But for some unlucky spring breakers, the damage may be far more...

What is a diagnostic error in the medical field?

by The Goldman Firm | Apr 7, 2017 | Medical Malpractice

As a patient, you always want to receive the highest level of care. Doing so puts you in position to feel good about your overall level of health. Unfortunately, there are times when medical professionals make mistakes. Depending on the type of error, this could lead...

Do you understand the details of a Never Event?

by The Goldman Firm | Mar 29, 2017 | Medical Malpractice

In 2001, Ken Kizer, MD coined the phrase "Never Event." In short, this is nothing more than a shocking medical error, such as performing surgery on the wrong patient, which should never occur. In 2002, the National Quality Forum outlined 27 Never Events. However, the...

Important tips to follow after a car accident

by The Goldman Firm | Mar 16, 2017 | Motor Vehicle Accidents

Many people think they know what to do if they have been involved in a car accident. Unfortunately, some make a few key mistakes at this time. Before we go any further, we want to make it clear that your health should always come first. If you've suffered any type of...

What to do after a slip and fall accident

by The Goldman Firm | Mar 9, 2017 | Premises Liability

When you wake up in the morning, the last thing you think about is being involved in a slip and fall accident. Instead, you assume that you'll make it through the day without falling to the ground and injuring yourself. Unfortunately, slip and fall accidents have a...

Charges issued in daycare van accident

by The Goldman Firm | Mar 3, 2017 | Motor Vehicle Accidents

According to Georgia State Patrol, criminal charges have been handed to both drivers involved in a crash involving a daycare van in Paulding County. As the result of the accident, three adults and 10 children were injured. The Georgia State Patrol noted that the...

Who is responsible for a premises liability injury?

by The Goldman Firm | Feb 16, 2017 | Premises Liability

When a person steps foot on a property, he or she has reason to believe that he or she will not be injured. This means one thing: The property owner is responsible for maintaining a safe environment at all times. An example of a premises liability injury would be a...

What can you do to stay safe during a hospital stay?

by The Goldman Firm | Jan 24, 2017 | Medical Malpractice

Nobody wants to spend any period of time in the hospital; however, you could find yourself in this position at some point. Although the hospital staff has the responsibility of keeping you safe and healthy, there are things you can do on your own to improve the chance...

Questions related to landlord liability for tenant injuries

by The Goldman Firm | Jan 4, 2017 | Premises Liability

Landlords are responsible for maintaining a safe property. By doing so, the chance of a tenant or visitor being injured is greatly reduced. Depending on the state in which you live and the rental agreement that is in place, landlords may be responsible for liability...

There is no easy way to cure doctor error

by The Goldman Firm | Dec 22, 2016 | Medical Malpractice

Think about how many people are treated by medical professionals on a daily basis. With so many receiving treatment, it's only natural for mistakes to be made from time to time. Even with medical professionals doing whatever they can to avoid errors, there is no way...