Whether or not there are precautions put in place, accidents at work can and do happen. Injuries sustained by these accidents in the workplace can range in severity from minor lacerations and sprains to broken bones, amputations, severe burns, and even deaths. If you are you unlucky enough to be involved in an accident at work and suffer an injury, you can claim compensation. Read on to learn what you need to do in ... Read More
To Serve the Community
Marietta's New Park Celebrates the Legacy of Elizabeth Porter On August 31, 2018, the citizens of Marietta gathered together to celebrate the opening of Elizabeth Porter Park on 370 Montgomery St. NE. Every day since its opening, kids and families have filled the park, enjoying the picnic areas, trails, water fountains, and the city’s largest playground. The sight of the community finding joy at ... Read More
Beware the Birds (and the Limes)
Will City Ordinances Make Electric Scooters Safer? When Alfred Hitchcock warned about “the birds” he probably wasn’t picturing electric scooters. But the streets of Atlanta certainly felt like a horror movie last summer when thousands of electric scooters from Bird and other companies appeared overnight. New Rules for Electric Scooter Safety There are plenty of benefits to these readily available electric ... Read More
The Secret to Success
When Do We Stop Believing in Ourselves? “Believing in yourself doesn’t mean you’ll never fail — it means that failing isn’t enough to make you give up.” –Ramiro Rodriguez, Jr. What’s the secret to success? We all have dreams, so why do some people achieve them, while others don’t? Some people will blame luck and believe fate dealt them the hand they have to play with. I don’t buy it. I believe that in ... Read More
The History of Marietta’s Favorite Landmark
When giving directions, some cities rely on street signs, far-off mountains, or Google Maps to get around. In Marietta, we have something far better: the Big Chicken. Proudly roosting at 12 Cobb Parkway, the Big Chicken has guided hungry Georgians to delicious fried chicken for over five decades. The restaurant, which today is a KFC, originally opened in 1956 as a local eatery called Johnny Reb’s ... Read More
Should I See A Chiropractor After A Car Accident?
PROTECT YOURSELF A lot of people think that feeling fine immediately after a car accident means they were not injured in the accident. “I was lucky,” they’ll say when loved ones reach out after the accident. This is a dangerous mistake. Although you may not have symptoms right away, your neck or back could have been easily injured in the car accident, and those injuries will flare up later. If you suffered ... Read More
LESSONS TO LAW AND LIFE What it Means to be Good Lawyer
The first time I met a lawyer, I was 8 years old. My uncle took me to meet his lawyer because he needed a translator to discuss his immigration situation. I remember how stressful that meeting was for my uncle. The lawyer wouldn’t give him any information and wanted $2500 in cash that day. My uncle left that office feeling more worried than when he’d walked in. Later on, he told my mom he wasn’t sure if he should ... Read More
It’s Not Always the Driver: 5 Other Parties That Could Be Responsible for a Truck Accident
It's natural to feel upset or even angry after a truck accident has left you or someone you love with serious injuries. Victims might want to hold the truck driver responsible for what occurred— both to find peace and to help prevent a similar pain for another family. Additionally, traumatic emotional and physical recoveries that put them at a disadvantage at work are very often left to the victims. Payments keep ... Read More
Should I See a Chiropractor After a Car Accident?
A lot of people think that feeling fine immediately after a car accident means they were not injured in the accident. “I was lucky,” they’ll say when loved ones reach out after the accident. This is a dangerous mistake. Although you may not have symptoms right away, your neck or back could have been easily injured in the car accident, and those injuries will flare up later. ... Read More
Dealing with Psychological Injuries Following an Accident
Your physical health is not the only thing affected by car accidents, your mental health can be affected as well. Most people only take care of their physical bodies after an accident and often ignore symptoms of mental and emotional injuries. It’s important to quickly identify psychological injuries after a car accident. Getting treatment is crucial for your mental health and well-being. During ... Read More