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...
When Life Changes
Car Accidents
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...
Seek compensation from uninsured and underinsured drivers
One of the primary questions that comes up when a person is in a car wreck is how they are going to pay for the cost of the crash. The answer to this isn't always easy. In some instances, you may have to fight for every penny that is due to you. This is particularly...
Mental health impacts of a car wreck must be addressed
There are many ways that a car wreck might impact your life. One of these has to do with your mental health. It is common for people who were in a wreck to suffer some lasting emotional trauma after the incident. In most cases, the intensity of the effects will begin...
Car wreck? Hold the liable driver accountable for the damages
Being involved in a car accident is a very stressful event. Unfortunately, the stress doesn't end when you leave the scene. The days and weeks following the crash can often be just as stressful, especially if you are seriously injured. In this case, you have to deal...
Doctor claims cellphones lead to a dopamine loop
A driver looks down at a cellphone, quickly checking a text message, and blows through a stop sign. The car broadsides a minivan with a family inside, putting two children and their parents in the hospital. In the wake of the crash, it's easy to ask a lot of questions...
Think about your goals for a personal injury lawsuit
Being involved in a car wreck can start a chain reaction that impacts your family, social life and career. When you are facing this possibility, you have to consider all of your options. One thing that you can do is to seek compensation from the person who slammed...
Rushing drivers can cause crashes this holiday season
The holidays are a time when people rush around for various reasons. For some, trying to get out of the cold weather is a priority. Others might be trying to grab presents or may be on the way to a special event. The one thing that is true for all of these cases is...