15
Jun
Two Boys Killed While Driver Played Mobile Game: What Alabama Families Should Know About Wrongful Death Claims
A Preventable Tragedy Raises Important Questions About Accountability The loss of a child is every parent's worst nightmare. When that loss occurs because of another person's reckless choices, the grief is often compounded by a search for answers. A recent wrongful death case has...
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Jun
Fatal Alabama Workplace Accident Sparks Questions About Safety, Accountability, and Prevention
A fatal workplace accident at Sullivan Lumber in Northport, Alabama is now under OSHA investigation after an employee was severely injured by industrial machinery and pronounced dead at the scene. According to ABC 33/40, OSHA confirmed it has opened an investigation, which may ta...
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Jun
Washington Paper Mill Implosion: Who Is Responsible When Tragedy Strikes?
Understanding Liability, Workplace Safety, and the Role of Civil Justice A devastating industrial accident at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging paper mill in Longview, Washington, has left families mourning, communities searching for answers, and investigators working to determine wh...
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Jun
HGD Welcomes New Team Members for the Summer
HGD Law Firm is excited to welcome three new faces to our team: Hunter Thompson and Mary McIntire, who have joined us as law clerks, and Nariah Harris, who has joined the firm as our new Front Office Coordinator. New Faces at HGD Law Firm At HGD, we believe one of the best parts ...
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01
Jun
What Happens Before Filing a Lawsuit? (Lawyer Explains)
The Steps Most People Never See Most people think a lawsuit begins the moment a lawyer files paperwork with the court. In reality, filing a lawsuit is often one of the last steps in a much longer process. Before a case ever reaches a courtroom, attorneys spend significant time in...
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27
May
HGD Law Firm Celebrates 20 Years with an Evening of Legacy, Community, and Joy
On a vibrant Friday, May evening in Birmingham, HGD Law Firm celebrated its 20th Anniversary with a night that felt larger than a milestone. It was a reflection of the people, relationships, culture, and shared experiences that have shaped the firm over the last two decades. Host...
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May
What Is a Catastrophic Injury? Understanding the Life-Changing Impact
When people hear the term “catastrophic injury,” they often think of severe accidents or dramatic moments on the news. But for the people and families living through it, a catastrophic injury is deeply personal. It changes routines, relationships, careers, financ...
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May
The Hidden Crisis of Sexual Abuse Against Vulnerable Individuals: Why Awareness, Protection, and Accountability Matter
A heartbreaking case out of Maryland is bringing renewed attention to that reality. According to reports, a young woman who is legally blind, largely nonverbal, and reportedly has the cognitive functioning of a toddler, became pregnant after allegedly being sexually assaulted whi...
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Jun
The Dark Side of Viral Gossip: How “Burnerverse” and Anonymous Social Media Attacks Are Destroying Lives
One of the latest examples drawing national attention involves Mary Kate Cornett and the growing controversy surrounding “Burnerverse” — a social media culture built around anonymous “burner” accounts that often target individuals with harassment, hu...
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Jun
A Routine Cosmetic Surgery Turned Tragic: What Rachel Tussey’s Story Reveals About Patient Safety and Medical Malpractice Concerns
Rachel later suffered a severe anoxic brain injury after reportedly going without oxygen for several minutes while in post-operative recovery care. She ultimately died weeks later after being placed on hospice care. Now, lawsuits filed by both Rachel's husband and her ...
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Jun
When Everyday Products Turn Deadly: The Escalator Tragedy Raising New Questions About Product Safety and Liability
According to reports involving an MBTA station in Boston, a woman tragically died after becoming trapped in an escalator incident at the Davis Square station. Investigators are now examining what happened, including whether the escalator properly shut down during the emergency an...
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May
When Companies Choose Profits Over People: The Lasting Lessons of the Rely Tampon Tragedy
The story remains relevant today because it highlights a painful truth behind many product liability cases: Sometimes companies allegedly know products may pose serious risks, yet fail to act quickly because of financial interests, brand reputation, or fear of losing market shar...
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