Many factors determine the severity of a car accident and the potential injuries. However, some injuries are more likely depending on the location of the collision. For example, whiplash injuries to the neck are more likely if the vehicle is rear-ended. Whiplash...
Everyone knows that riding a motorcycle carries risks. Responsible motorcyclists try to minimize these risks by wearing protective gear and driving carefully and cautiously. Indeed, Georgia has a mandatory helmet law for motorcyclists, and by some measures, nearly 90%...
Hit-and-run car accidents are horrible. If you’re the victim of a hit-and-run driver, you must deal with the consequences someone else’s negligence. If you have uninsured and underinsured insurance coverage, you may think you can depend on your insurer to help. But...
Fatal accidents have very specific causes that are based on a number of factors: weather, driver age and experience, vehicle type, time of day and many others. Not unlike other states, Georgia classifies the cause of accidents generally, to help provide information...
By now, any driver on Georgia’s roads should be aware that drunk or drugged driving is both dangerous and irresponsible. There are also serious criminal penalties for those who, because of operating under the influence, cause a major motor vehicle accident....
All licensed drivers in Georgia must abide by laws implemented by the Georgia Department of Public Safety. Many car accidents in Georgia are caused by drivers who violate one or more of these laws. In this post, we will discuss some of these safety-oriented laws....
Our state has so many beautiful sights to see. If you want to kayak in Flint River in Albany, or take a drive to catch an upcoming Falcons game in Atlanta, your car or truck is your option to get you to the many wonders of Georgia. Unfortunately, getting to your...
If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, you may be interested in filing a lawsuit against the parties responsible for your accident. As you build your case, it is important to address the defenses that these parties will likely use to defend themselves...
Car accidents are so common in Georgia and throughout the country that most of us are used to seeing the aftermath of even the most serious of accidents by the side of the road. It can be easy to forget that each of those collisions may result in serious injuries to...
Your summer road trip is a time to relax, but you should be aware you are likely to be sharing the road this summer with a drunk driver, especially on weekends and holidays. You will want to be aware of how alcohol affects a motorist’s ability to drive safely as well...