Hawk Law Group | June 14, 2022 | Brain Injuries
Concussion symptoms almost always take time to develop. Concussions involve chemical and physical changes to the brain, and these changes take time to develop. Oftentimes, your concussion symptoms will change, appear, or even disappear over the hours and days after your accident. The result of these delayed symptoms is that your needs may change over… read more
Hawk Law Group | June 13, 2022 | Negligence
Tattooing has been a part of human culture for over 5,000 years. Unfortunately, many bacteria that cause infections, such as Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli, have been around even longer and probably infected many early tattoo recipients. In the 21st century, tattoo artists and studios follow strict health codes. Until recently, tattoo regulations were handled… read more
Hawk Law Group | June 9, 2022 | Personal Injury
Slip and fall. Trip and fall. People commonly use these terms interchangeably to describe some personal injury accidents where someone gets hurt. These accidents account for nearly one-fifth of all work-related deaths. While it might seem like there’s a distinction without a difference, these two terms have different legal meanings. Speak with a skilled personal… read more
Hawk Law Group | June 9, 2022 | Car Accidents
Rideshares like Uber and Lyft have become a go-to method of convenient transportation over the past several years. These companies have built reputations that make people feel safe about hopping into a stranger’s waiting vehicle. People trust rideshares because they know that companies like Uber and Lyft vet their drivers and track their vehicles using… read more
Hawk Law Group | June 7, 2022 | Personal Injury
It is common for people to say “use your head” and “be reasonable.” What exactly do they mean by that? Generally, they mean to be cautious when moving through life and all that it throws at us. There is no doubt it’s a good policy to live by. In personal injury cases, a person must… read more
Hawk Law Group | May 25, 2022 | Car Accidents
After you are injured in a car accident, you might have a pile of bills. Ambulance services, emergency rooms, doctors, hospitals, and physical therapists will bill you for your medical care. You’ll probably worry about these bills, and with justification. Studies suggest that as many as 62% of bankruptcies in the U.S. result, at least… read more
Hawk Law Group | May 24, 2022 | Car Accidents
The moments after a motor vehicle collision are disorienting, stressful, and overwhelming. This is true even in minor accidents. Because of this, it’s critical to understand what you should and should not do in the aftermath of a crash. In South Carolina, taking certain steps after a car accident will help you secure the best… read more
Hawk Law Group | May 18, 2022 | Personal Injury
Many terminologies used in statutes and regulations are confusing to people not trained in the law. But every once in a while, you get terminology that means exactly what you think it means. The term “catastrophic injury” is one of those terms. A catastrophic injury is pretty much what it sounds like. In simple terms,… read more
Hawk Law Group | May 17, 2022 | Georgia Law
Workers’ compensation is no-fault, employer-provided insurance covering worker-related injuries and illness. Most Georgia employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance coverage. You can verify your employer’s workers’ compensation coverage on the SBWC’s website. Steps to Take After Being Injured on the Job in Georgia A work-related injury can be frightening. However, knowing what steps… read more
Hawk Law Group | May 12, 2022 | South Carolina Law
Adult children are living in their parents’ homes for more extended periods nowadays. Some adult children do not leave home, while others return home after a brief period on their own. Whatever the reason might be for an adult child to live with their parents, there could come a time when the parents must take… read more