Bourne Law Blog Posts

Not every personal injury lawyer is a trial lawyer. Many attorneys in this field focus on settling cases out of court and rarely (if ever) take a case to trial.

The bottom line: AI is a powerful tool for lawyers, not a replacement for human expertise and judgment.

These rules exist for safety reasons – while tint can keep a car cooler and protect the interior, too-dark tint can obscure a driver’s vision or create glare for others on the road. As a result, Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 40-8-73.1) regulates window tint darkness and reflectivity on each window of a vehicle.

Georgia allows kids age 8+ in the front seat, but experts recommend age 13. Learn the law, safety tips, and what to do if your child was injured in an accident.

About 1% of motorcycle riders crash each year. Learn the key statistics, risk factors, and safety tips to reduce your chances of a motorcycle accident.

In a recent Georgia Court of Appeals decision, Lilienthal v. JLK, Inc., the court reinforced important protections for injured workers. This case clarified how employers must provide access to medical care under Georgia’s workers’ compensation laws, particularly the requirement to post a list of doctors (a “panel of physicians”) for injured employees. The ruling is significant because it emphasizes that employers have a legal obligation to make this panel of physicians truly available and visible to workers. .

Hiring a personal injury attorney in Georgia often raises an important question: How much will it cost? The good news for accident victims is that most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. In this article, we’ll explain what contingency fees are and break down the typical attorney fee percentages in Georgia. We’ll also look at how fees can vary by case type – for example, workers’ compensation versus medical malpractice – and why these arrangements protect clients. Finally, we’ll emphasize transparency, the no-win, no-fee promise, and wrap up with an invitation to contact Bourne Law Firm for a free consultation..

Driving without shoes might feel freeing on a hot Georgia day, but many drivers have heard the old rumor that driving barefoot is against the law. Is there any truth to this? In this post, we’ll explore Georgia’s official legal stance on barefoot driving, what state authorities say about it, and the safety considerations involved. We’ll also debunk common myths and compare how other states handle the issue.

Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable on the road. Drivers should maintain a generous following distance to give riders time and space to react.

Being involved in a motor vehicle crash can result in various injuries, and broken ribs are a common consequence of chest trauma. Rib fractures can be extremely painful and may lead to serious complications if not addressed properly. This article provides an accessible overview of how to recognize broken rib symptoms after a car accident, what typically causes these injuries, when to seek emergency medical care, treatment options (both at home and in the clinic), and what to expect during recovery, including potential complications.

Over the past five years, Forsyth County, Georgia has seen several thousand traffic crashes annually, with a significant downturn in 2020 (likely due to pandemic impacts) followed by a rebound in 2021–2022.

Riding a horse home after a night of drinking might sound like a funny workaround to avoid a DUI, but is it actually legal? In Georgia, the law doesn’t only target cars – it can even cover horseback riders. This article explores Georgia’s DUI statutes (like O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391) to see if they apply to riding animals such as horses. We’ll also look at Georgia case insights and compare how other states (California, Kentucky, Florida, Pennsylvania) handle “drunk horse riding.” By the end, Georgia residents will know the legal stakes of galloping under the influence.