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The Top 5 Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | May 1, 2018

Motorcycle accidents very often end in serious injuries, and even death, to the motorcyclist. Because of this, all motorcyclists should be aware of the most common causes of accidents and, more importantly, how to prevent them.  Below are some of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents. Many motorcycle accidents happen when the vehicle travelling […]

Boating Safety 101: Always Wear Life Jacket

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | April 9, 2018

Boating season will soon be ramping up all around Georgia and in its surrounding lakes.  To make sure your safe while enjoying one of the most popular activities in the area, you should know that your personal flotation device, more commonly known as your, is possibly the most important piece of safety equipment that you […]

Truck Drivers and the Risks of Diabetes

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | March 22, 2018

Truck drivers have a significantly higher risk of developing diabetes.  This can make operating such a massive vehicle even more dangerous for not only the driver, but for other drivers on the road as well.   In Georgia and the Atlanta area, where the interstates are usually packed with tractor-trailers, truck drivers driving with unmanaged diabetes […]

Third Party Claims Can Maximize Workers’ Compensation Recovery

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | February 28, 2018

The metro-Atlanta area has experienced consistent growth for the past several years and only continues to do so.  With it brings construction and construction jobs, both residential and commercial, all throughout the state.  If a construction worker is injured on the job, he most likely knows that he can file a workers’ compensation claim with […]

Georgia Nursing Homes Rank Poorly in Care Index

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | January 15, 2018

There may come a time for many of us when we need to think about caring for our elderly loved ones.  Georgia residents who want to place their loved ones in nursing homes need to be sure to do their due diligence to find facilities that meet acceptable quality standards.  This is especially so since, […]

Binding Arbitration Rule Would Impact Nursing Home Residents’ Legal Rights

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | September 25, 2017

The Trump administration’s efforts to relax federal regulations could impact the ability of nursing home residents across the United States to hold the facility responsible for abuse or neglect. President Trump has issued an executive order that requires federal agencies to relax regulatory expenses. This action could result in CMS (Center for Medicare and Medicaid […]

Car Accident Risks and ADHD

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | August 25, 2017

Driving safety is a matter of concern for parents of most teens, and especially so for the parents of a teenager diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A new study finds that teenagers who suffer from ADHD are more likely than their peers to be involved in a motor vehicle collision. After acquiring a […]

How Princess Di’s Tragic Death Helped Make Roads Safer

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | August 15, 2017

August marks the 20th anniversary of the tragic death of Princess Diana. What many people are not aware of, however, is how Di’s tragic death in a Paris tunnel in 1997 significantly changed the driving landscape in France, and made roads in that country safer for all motorists. After the accident in a Paris tunnel […]

Alarming Increase in Pedestrian Fatalities in Georgia

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | July 10, 2017

Pedestrians have never been more unsafe on the streets of Georgia. According to reports, there was a alarming spike in the number of pedestrian accident fatalities reported last year. In 2016, there was an increase of 21% in pedestrian accident fatalities across Georgia, compared to the previous year. These statistics come from a study by […]

Car Shopping for a Teen Driver: A Handy Checklist

By Robert N. Katz, Esq. | July 1, 2017

Buying a new car for a teenager is a momentous decision. You are concerned about safety, while your teen wants a car that’s high on horsepower and style. How do you make the right choice? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently released its top car picks for teenagers. The list provides a comprehensive range […]