Those who own and control property in Georgia have a legal responsibility to exercise care to protect those invited on site from unreasonable risk of harm. This includes things like keeping walkways clear and dry, repairing holes in the parking lots, making sure items on store shelves are safely stacked and stairways are in reasonably… Read More
The only immediate certainty when you lose someone to a sudden wrongful death is that life will never again be the same. Suing for wrongful death in Georgia won’t change that fact. However, it can save you from drowning financially. It’s also a means holding responsible parties accountable for careless, reckless or intentional actions that… Read More
When you are injured on another’s property as the result of the property owner’s reckless or negligent behavior, you may be entitled to compensation for the damages you suffer in a premises liability claim. This generally applies in situations involving accidental injuries, but what if your case involves injuries suffered as a result of a… Read More
Anyone driving in or around Atlanta is likely to be familiar with the feeling of seeing a large semi truck looming in your rearview mirror. These massive machines are intimidating to most drivers, and rightly so. Commercial trucks often weigh as much as 80,000 pounds and in the event of a truck accident, it is… Read More
When you suffer personal injuries due to the reckless and willful actions of others, the impacts can be long ranging and severe. In addition to your immediate costs for medical care, you could end up requiring additional testing, treatment, and therapy for months or even years to come. Lost wages are also an issue, both… Read More
Apolinsky & Associates was recognized as the Best Decatur Business 2018 in the “Wisdom and Advice” category by CharterBank! CharterBank’s “Best Decatur Businesses” promotion is focused on recognizing outstanding businesses serving the citizens of Decatur while supporting great nonprofits that play a vital role in the local community. Here we are presenting a check for… Read More
Dealing with the unexpected passing of a beloved family member is never easy. It can be particularly hard when it results from an accident or conditions that were otherwise preventable. When the reckless and negligent actions of others are responsible for a loved one’s loss, suing for wrongful death can provide a sense of justice…. Read More
Getting behind the wheel when drowsy may seem innocent, but it can have tragic consequences. Every year nearly 6,000 fatal accidents are linked to drowsy driving. Drowsy driving compromises reaction times and decision-making abilities. To prevent drowsy driving there needs to be a plan in case a driver finds himself nodding off along with a… Read More
Understanding the state of Georgia’s traffic laws can be confusing, especially when it comes to fine-tuned distinctions between what would appear to be relatively similar acts. Indeed, such is the case with reckless and negligent driving; the two actions are different per Georgia code, and have different legal (and potential civil) consequences as well. Here’s… Read More
Our Atlanta Car Accident Lawyers Will Help You Fight for the Fair Compensation You Deserve When you get behind the wheel of your car, you have a legal duty to keep your full attention on the road. In return, every other driver on the highway owes this same legal obligation to you and your family…. Read More
Being involved in a car accident raises a lot of questions: Who will pay for damage to my car? How long will my injuries take to heal? Will I be able to return to work, and if not, how will I pay for my costs of living? All of these questions can be very stressful,… Read More
You Need a Top-Rated Atlanta Auto Accident Attorney Who Can Get You Fair Compensation Drunk driving is a very serious public safety problem in Atlanta and throughout the state of Georgia. Despite strong anti-drunk driving laws and extensive public awareness campaigns, far too many people still get behind the wheel of their car after having… Read More
Our Atlanta Ridesharing Accidents Attorneys Will Help You Fight for Full and Fair Compensation In recent years, ridesharing has become a popular form of transportation in the Northern Georgia and all around the globe. Far and away, Uber and Lyft are the two most prominent ridesharing companies that are currently operating in the Atlanta metropolitan… Read More
When a person is injured as a result of the wrongful or neglectful acts of another, they can bring forth a civil action against that party for damages. The injured party has the right to seek damages for the full extent of the harm they suffered, which typically includes compensation for economic losses like the… Read More
Pressure ulcers, also called bedsores or pressure sores, are serious injuries. Caused by reduced blood flow to the skin as a result of constant pressure, bedsores are especially common amongst nursing home patients and others who are immobile. The severity of pressure sores are described in stages, with stage one being the least severe, and… Read More
