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Man awarded $7.5 million in slip and fall case

Posted on January 4th, 2012 No Comments

A California man has been awarded $7.5 million by a San Diego Superior Court jury for a head injury he suffered after slipping in a Starbucks.

The man was at a local Starbucks shop in 2008 when he slipped on part of the tile floor a store manager was mopping. Complications from his head injury have prevented him from returning to work as a chiropractor since the fall.

Starbucks Coffee Co. was found negligent by the jury for failing to maintain its property. $1 million will go to compensate the man’s wife for loss of consortium and the rest will go towards the man’s lost income, medical expenses, and loss of enjoyment of life.

If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, contact the Atlanta slip and fall lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC by calling 770-631-1811 today.

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One dead, one injured in Interstate accident

Posted on December 28th, 2011 No Comments

A 29 year-old man is dead a 27 year-old police officer was taken to the hospital after both were involved in pedestrian accidents on Interstate 75/85.

Police officers were called in to arrest a man who was walking on the interstate. When they approached him, he fled and crossed the highway, jumped over the median, and attempted to run through the southbound lanes when he was struck by a car. The officer went to help the man, but was also hit by a car.

The suspect later died and the officer, who is a three year veteran of the Atlanta Police Department, was taken to Grady Hospital and released over the weekend.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man.

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NTSB urges ban on cellphone use

Posted on December 20th, 2011 No Comments

The National Transportation Safety Board has recommended a nationwide ban on the use of cellphones and other portable electronics while driving. In the past it has urged states to outlaw cellphones for commercial truck and bus drivers, but this is the most widespread ban the board has proposed.

A survey the board conducted of 6000 Americans revealed that a fifth of all drivers have emailed or texted while driving. Many drivers said they did not believe they were a danger to others when using their phones, but believe other drivers are.

The increasing number of fatal accidents caused by distracted drivers has greatly concerned the NTSB. Last year a 19-year old caused a deadly multi-car pileup after he received or sent 11 text messages in 11 minutes. He and a 15 year-old died in the crash.

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured by a reckless driver, contact the Atlanta car accident attorneys of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC by calling 770-631-1811 today.

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Elevator accident kills woman

Posted on December 14th, 2011 No Comments

A woman was killed earlier this morning when the elevator she was walking into suddenly began to move. She became trapped between the elevator and the shaft wall as the lift continued to move, crushing her.

The woman has been identified as a 41 year-old who worked in the Manhattan office building for Y&R, an advertising agency.

Two people inside the elevator sustained minor injuries and were transported to the hospital for psychological trauma after witnessing the entire event.

A defect was found in one of the elevators this June during an inspection. The New York City Department of Buildings will investigate the accident.

Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends of the victim.

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Arsenic found in apple and grape juices

Posted on December 7th, 2011 No Comments

A Consumer Reports investigation has discovered that fruit juices, such as apple and grape juices, contain dangerous levels of inorganic arsenic. These findings contradict the FDA’s statement that arsenic found in juices is organic and “essentially harmless.”

Inorganic arsenic is a known carcinogen that can cause lung, bladder, and skin cancer. It can also increase one’s risk of cardiovascular disease, immunodeficiencies, and type 2 diabetes. In 10% of the juice samples Consumer Reports tested from five different brands, inorganic arsenic levels exceeded the federal drinking water standards.

There is currently no federal arsenic limits for juices or most foods. Public drinking water cannot contain arsenic at levels exceeding 10 parts per billion.

If you or someone you love has been harmed after unknowingly eating contaminated food products, contact the Atlanta contaminated food products lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811 for a free case evaluation.

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CNN radio anchor dies in crash

Posted on November 29th, 2011 No Comments

Longtime CNN radio news anchor Stanley Wright Case, 59, of Atlanta died in a car accident in Birmingham, AL on Tuesday afternoon.

Case’s vehicle was hit head-on in a rainstorm by a truck that crossed a median. Case had worked for CNN since 1985. His wife was riding in the vehicle during the crash, and was rushed to a nearby hospital for injuries.

No charges have been filed, according to police. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the victim’s family at this time.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact Atlanta car accident attorneys of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC by calling 770-631-1811 to discuss your legal options.

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Georgia Police urge drivers to be cautious this weekend

Posted on November 23rd, 2011 No Comments

Last year in Georgia over Thanksgiving weekend there were 2,571 car accidents throughout the state. Those accidents caused 1,099 injuries, with 13 of those being fatal.

This year, an increased number of drivers will take to the roads in Georgia to get to their desired location. Additional Georgi State Patrol will be stationed in different areas to try to prevent reckless driving accidents.

Distracted drivers, intoxicated drivers and unsafe drivers are the main reasons why the amount of accidents and injuries pile up over the holiday weekend. It is imperative for everyone in a motor vehicle to be wearing a seat belt while traveling.

If you have been injured in a car accident due to a reckless driver, please contact the Atlanta car accident lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC by calling 770-631-1811 today.

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Four vehicle crash injures seven people

Posted on November 16th, 2011 No Comments

On Sunday afternoon, a four vehicle accident on Interstate 20 sent seven people to the hospital.

On I-20, a Toyota Yaris was driving in a single lane followed by two Harley Davidson motorcyclists, and a Chevrolet Malibu. After the Yaris and the motorcycles slowed down for traffic, the Malibu, driven by Bruce Fry, 56, of Franklin, TN, bulldozed through the two motorcycles hitting the Yaris from the rear.

Ike Weaver Jr., of Decatur, and Jimmy Keithron Forney, of Lithonia, were riding the motorcycles, and were rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta with serious injuries.

The driver and passenger of the Yaris, Grady Bryson Howard, of Alpharetta, and Doug Hasser, were taken to Walton Regional Medical Center. The two children riding in the backseat were taken to Egleston Children’s Hospital and Atlanta Medical Center.

Police are still investigating the incident.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact Atlanta car accident lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811.

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Adairsville man killed in truck accident

Posted on November 7th, 2011 No Comments

Barry Allen Freeman, 23, of Adairsville, Richard Bagley, 29, of Cartersville, and Matthew Wilcox, 37, of Cartersville were involved in a fatal truck accident after Bagley’s Saturn collided with a transfer truck driven by Brian Moore, 33, of Jackson.

Freeman was riding in the back seat of the Saturn, and was pronounced dead at the scene. Bagley was rushed to Grady Hospital in Atlanta with serious injuries, and Wilcox was taken to WellStar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta with serious injuries. Moore did not suffer any injuries.

The accident occurred on Knox Bridge Highway near Sutallee Baptist Church on the Cherokee-Bartow line. According to police, the Saturn made a U-turn in front of the truck resulting in the truck striking them from behind and knocking them off the road.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact Atlanta car accident lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811.

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Pedestrian killed in car accident Sunday

Posted on October 25th, 2011 No Comments

On Sunday night in DeKalb County, a pedestrian at the corner of Moreland Avenue and Constitution Road was struck and killed by a vehicle while attempting to cross the street.

The car remained at the scene, according to police. The identity of the victim has not been released, and authorities expect no charges.

Our thoughts and condolences are with the victim and his family.

If you or a loved one has been injured or worse in a pedestrian accident, it is important that you have experienced representation to help you through this difficult time. Contact Atlanta pedestrian accident attorneys of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811 today.

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