Recent Blog Posts
Determining When a Workplace Accident Is a Workers’ Compensation Claim or a Personal Injury Claim
Workplace accidents can be life-altering events, leading to significant injuries, loss of income, and extensive medical bills. It is crucial for those injured on the job to understand whether their case falls under workers’ compensation or should be pursued as a personal injury claim. While both legal avenues offer pathways to compensation, they operate… Read More »
Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Georgia: What You Need to Know
Auto accidents are an unfortunate reality on Georgia’s roads. Georgia requires all drivers to have liability insurance coverage. While most drivers are conscientious about carrying adequate insurance, some do not have sufficient (or any) coverage for the damages they cause. This is where uninsured motorist (UM) and underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage come into play…. Read More »
The Impact of Traffic Violations on Auto Accident Claims in Georgia
Auto accidents can be life-altering events, leading to physical injuries, emotional trauma, and significant financial burdens. When these accidents involve traffic violations, such as driving under the influence (DUI) or speeding, the legal implications become even more complex. In Georgia, traffic violations play a crucial role in determining both criminal and civil liabilities, profoundly… Read More »
Mistakes To Avoid After Suffering a Work-Related Injury in Macon
Work-related accidents are all too common in Macon, Georgia. These incidents can cause a variety of injuries, some of which are severe. If you’re injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, also known as workers’ comp. These claims cover your medical expenses, lost income, and rehabilitation costs. You need… Read More »
Improving Pedestrian Safety in Macon
Pedestrian safety remains a major concern in Macon. According to a July Macon Telegraph article, Macon’s pedestrian fatality rate surpasses Georgia’s average. 7% of Macon pedestrian accidents result in death, well above the statewide average of 5%. In 2023, 15 pedestrians and a cyclist were killed in Macon in traffic crashes. While 2024 has… Read More »
Important Steps To Take After a Macon Pedestrian Accident
In Macon, Georgia, pedestrian accidents are a growing concern, especially for pedestrians hit by vehicles. According to a recent article in the Macon Telegraph, the number of pedestrian accidents that result in fatalities in Macon (7%) is higher than the state’s average (5%). In 2023, 15 pedestrians and a cyclist died on Macon roads…. Read More »
What Evidence Can Help Prove a Distracted Driving Accident?
Distracted driving happens every day in Macon and across the United States. If you’re in an accident caused by a distracted driver, you can file a personal injury claim to seek compensation. To be eligible, you must prove that the other driver was distracted when the accident occurred. Here, our Macon distracted driving accident… Read More »
Buzzell, Welsh & Hill Attorney Josh Carroll Named President-Elect of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
We are thrilled to announce that Josh Carroll, a distinguished attorney at Buzzell, Welsh & Hill, has been named President-Elect of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA). Josh will hold this prestigious position until April 2025, when he will step into the role of GTLA President. Josh Carroll’s dedication to the legal profession and… Read More »
Falls from Heights at Work: What You Should Know
Nearly anyone can slip and fall (or trip and fall) in the workplace and sustain injuries that require medical care and time away from work. In many circumstances, an injured worker can be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits following a slip, trip, or fall injury on the job. While falls from heights, also described… Read More »
Personal Injury Versus Wrongful Death in Georgia
Personal injuries can take many different forms when they occur in the Macon area, and they can result from a wide range of accidents or intentionally harmful acts. Many personal injuries happen in motor vehicle collisions, including large truck crashes and pedestrian or bicycle collisions. Yet personal injuries can also result from dog bites,… Read More »