There are few things better than taking your bike out. However, as a motorcycle owner, you know the dangers of the lifestyle. According to the Georgia Department of Driver Services, motorcyclists represent a disproportionate share of traffic fatalities. See below for...
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Car Accidents
3 things you should know about car insurance claims
Most drivers will experience some type of car accident in their lifetimes. However, car accidents are not an everyday occurrence. This information will help you know what to do if an accident occurs. 1. You should call the police If a dispute over what happened in the...
Why you should hire an attorney after a car crash
Experiencing an automobile accident can dramatically alter your life. If you are unfortunate enough to get into a car crash, you probably have several questions. For instance, how do you talk to another driver’s insurance company? Who pays for your medical expenses?...
Texting and driving: a dangerous combination
Distracted driving is a leading cause of vehicle accidents. Texting while driving is one of the most hazardous examples of distracted driving activity. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, reports that sending or reading a text for 5 seconds...
Getting care without health insurance after a car accident
Because your body's automatic stress response may mask injury symptoms after a car accident, it may take some time for you to realize you have suffered an injury. Consequently, going to the emergency room for a full medical valuation is a good idea. Injury diagnosis...
3 tips for driving safely in the snow
Even in warmer states such as Georgia, snow still falls a couple of times a year. With January fast approaching, here are some tips to keep you safe while driving, even when snow is on the ground. 1. Take it slow When you are driving in inclement weather, make sure...
Georgia To Allow Home Delivery Of Alcohol
Fewer people are going to bars and restaurants these days, in large part, due to the coronavirus. The Georgia dining and service industries have taken quite a financial hit, and most of us have had to do without the enjoyable experience of going out with friends and...
Vehicle technology fails to prevent pedestrian accidents
Many residents in Georgia with new vehicles purchased in the last few years may believe the advanced technologies in their vehicles provide enhanced safety for themselves, their passengers and others on the road. While some vehicle technologies may well improve...
Distraction, large vehicles linked to increased pedestrian deaths
With more and more new vehicles rolling off the manufacturing floor equipped with advanced safety features, it would be logical to assume that motorists, passengers and others on the roads enjoy improved safety and a reduced risk of serious accidents or injuries....
Seeking compensation is about more than money
There are many reasons why car accidents might occur. The most troubling of these occur when there is a preventable reason for the crash. Some of these include a drunk, distracted or fatigued driver. In all of these cases, the driver could have taken simple steps to...