Personal Injury

Georgia Man Arrested After Allegedly Allowing His Dog to Attack 3-Year-Old

March 31, 2025 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Children are particularly vulnerable to dog attacks in Georgia. These pack animals often try to establish their dominance over toddlers, and this can have catastrophic consequences. Every dog owner in Georgia should be extremely careful when allowing their animals to come into contact with small children. If they fail in this basic duty of care, they may face both criminal and civil consequences in court.

Man Accused of Cruelty to Children in the Second Degree

In March of 2025, various sources reported that a man in Georgia had been arrested for “cruelty to children in the second degree.” This charge stemmed from an earlier incident involving a dog. For whatever reason, a 3-year-old child was at the man’s home – along with his dog. Local police say this dog was known to be aggressive and that the owner knew that the animal would be likely to attack the child.

Kennesaw State University Students Voice Concern Over Dangerous Intersection

February 25, 2025 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Kennesaw State University is a pillar of the Cobb County community, allowing many local young people to achieve high goals. However, some students feel concerned about local traffic incidents – with one intersection in particular causing a considerable number of incidents. If we cannot protect our students, we cannot protect our future as a community. What are KSU students saying about local traffic issues – and what can we do to address these issues?

KSU Students Forced to Create Their Own Traffic Safety Organization After Crashes

In February of 2025, KSU students felt they had no other choice but to take traffic safety into their own hands – creating an organization called “The Bridge” to address serious concerns around campus. This move came after a serious Cobb County crash critically injured a 19-year-old at the intersection of Frey Road and the Skip Span Connector.

What is Georgia’s “One-Bite” Rule?

February 7, 2025 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

If you are approaching a dog bite lawsuit in Georgia, you might have heard something about the state’s “one-bite” rule. Not all US states have this rule, and it may prove problematic as you assess your legal options. That said, it’s important not to give up hope until you accurately determine which rules apply to your unique situation. It is all too easy to read unclear or nonfactual information online.

The One-Bite Rule Explained

In general terms, a one-bite rule states that a dog owner may only be liable for injuries if they knew or “should have known” that their dog was violent. In other words, the dog must exhibit past violent behavior before you can sue the owner for your own injuries. The “one-bite” rule gets its name from the basic requirement for a Georgia dog bite lawsuit. You must show that the dog bit someone else at least once before your incident.

Georgia Woman Killed By Two Dogs, Owner Arrested

January 17, 2025 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Yet another dog attack in Georgia has claimed the life of an innocent woman. The victim had barely reached adulthood, and she was just 21 years old when she was viciously mauled to death by two aggressive dogs. The local community is reeling from this tragedy, and the owner of the animals has been put behind bars. But is incarceration really enough to help this grieving family achieve justice and closure?

Augusta Woman Killed by Two Dogs

In December of 2024, it was reported that a 21-year-old woman had been savagely mauled by two out-of-control dogs. Neighbors say these animals have a history of aggression. Although the exact breed of these dogs seems unclear, images show police extracting two canines from the residence of the owner. One was a large tan-colored animal, and the other was white with black spots.

Cities Try to Avoid Liability for Poor Road Conditions in Georgia

January 10, 2025 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

While it is technically possible to sue a city municipality for poor road conditions, this is usually much more challenging than suing a negligent driver for a crash in Georgia. The connection between a pothole and a crash can be difficult to establish, and there is always the concept of “sovereign immunity” to contend with. But for families who have no other option, it may be worth pursuing this potential source of compensation.

Unfortunately, a recent development in Georgia’s Supreme Court could make this compensation even more challenging to recover. Numerous city municipalities are attempting to prevent a family from receiving a settlement, fearing that this could set a precedent.

Multi-Million-Dollar Settlement Could Be Overturned in Georgia

Commercial Trucks Pose Serious Hazards to Wheelchair-Bound Individuals in Georgia

December 13, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

A wheelchair-bound individual may be more vulnerable to accidents than other pedestrians. These disabled people may struggle to avoid collisions in the same way as a healthy individual who can dodge incoming vehicles with relative ease. Commercial trucks may pose particularly serious hazards to wheelchair-bound people, and this was made clear after a recent collision in Georgia.

Dump Truck Strikes and Kills Wheelchair-Bound Individual in Acworth

In December of 2024, a dump truck struck a disabled person who had fallen off their wheelchair in Acworth. Police say that both the dump truck and the wheelchair-bound individual were heading in the same direction down Cobb Parkway prior to the accident. At some point, the man fell off his wheelchair for unknown reasons. He was lying on the road when the dump truck approached shortly after his fall. The dump truck then impacted the victim, sending him flying forward and causing fatal injuries. First responders arrived on the scene and pronounced the victim dead.

How to Address Mental Health Challenges After a Disfiguring Dog Bite in Georgia

December 6, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Disfigurement is one of the most challenging issues for many dog bite victims in Georgia. If you were disfigured by a dog attack, you might be struggling with depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, self-esteem issues, feelings of low self-worth, and much more. You might wonder how you are ever going to form normal relationships after suffering noticeable facial scars. Although the road ahead may seem challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain your mental health.

Speak With a Therapist

Regardless of how you are feeling, it generally helps to speak with a mental health professional. Many people are reluctant to seek this type of health, and men are statistically less likely to schedule appointments with therapists. However, these sessions could be more productive than you realize – and they may guide you toward a sense of closure and acceptance.

Georgia Woman Narrowly Escapes Death After Dog Attack

November 8, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

In November of 2024, a Georgia woman narrowly escaped death after being attacked by a dog. While this particular victim survived, many do not. If her husband had not been with her, she probably would have become yet another worrying statistic in Georgia. These attacks not only illustrate the rising threat from aggressive dogs but also the vulnerability of many women in our communities. Even if victims survive dog attacks, the disfiguring scars and lasting health consequences can be life-changing. What does this recent dog attack in Georgia teach us?

Woman Survives With Notable Disfigurements After Dog Attack

In November of 2024, an Albany woman was feeding her cats in her own backyard when the neighbor’s pit bull suddenly appeared and attacked her. Her husband was inside the residence at the time, and he quickly emerged to protect his wife from what might have been a deadly attack. In the seconds that it took for him to reach the yard, his wife’s face was viciously mauled.

Suing Third Parties for Contributing to Dog Bite Injuries

October 18, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

One of the most challenging aspects of a dog bite injury in Marietta is the cost of treatment. Often, these dog bites are disfiguring – and they may require reconstructive surgery. This type of treatment doesn’t come cheap – and victims may be totally unprepared for the costs. The obvious course of action is to sue the dog owner – but what if they lack assets? What if they’re struggling with credit card debt and they do not own their own home? In this situation, you might need to consider other parties who may have contributed to your injuries.

Suing Healthcare Providers for Making Dog Bites Worse

It may be possible to sue a healthcare provider for making a dog bite worse. For example, you might rush to a hospital with an infected dog bite – only to be kept waiting in an emergency room for hours on end. By the time you saw a doctor, the infection might have spread. In this type of situation, surgeons may have no choice but to amputate the infected limb – leaving you with a permanent disability and disfigurement.

Can You Sue Police for Dog Bites in Georgia?

October 4, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

While many dog bite lawsuits involve privately owned pets, others involve police “K9 units.” Dogs are used throughout many law enforcement agencies in Georgia, and these animals are trained to perform various roles. But even the most well-trained animal is still an animal, and they are capable of causing serious, disfiguring injuries. A recent incident resulted in a Georgia man dying from a K9 attack, and the family is asking serious questions.

Theft Suspect Killed by Georgia Police K9

Recently, the Hamilton Spectator reported that a man from Georgia had died after being attacked by a police dog. The incident occurred in Moultrie, and police say that it began with reports of burglaries. They arrived to find a suspect and attempted to pull him over while he was riding his four-wheeler.