It may be easy for people in Georgia to feel intimidated by the large semi-trucks and tractor-trailers they encounter on the state's roads and highways. Some solace like comes, however, from the assumption that those driving them are highly skilled and trained in the...
Why is nighttime driving dangerous?
Getting behind the wheel of a car at night is a necessity for many people in Georgia and throughout the country. Whether you are coming home from a late night at work or headed out for an evening with friends, nighttime driving is hazardous and has dangers that...
What are the duties of a driver who causes injury?
If another driver collides with your vehicle and inflicts injury on you, the other driver has certain obligations under Georgia law. The person cannot just drive away and leave the accident scene. In the event a driver commits a hit and run that injures you, the...
People may incur whiplash in a car accident
In the immediate aftermath of a car accident, people may think they do not have injuries. If people experience neck pain in the days following the accident, though, they may have an injury called whiplash. Whiplash is one kind of injury that people may sustain during...
Atlanta rollover kills one, injures another
The issue of exactly what responsibility a driver has to the passengers in their vehicle is often a complicated one. Most in Georgia may agree that a driver is responsible for ensuring that any children or minors they transport remain safe. Yet many may argue the...
Interesting statistics on Georgia motor vehicle accidents
Motor vehicle accidents happen many times a day on Georgia roads. Traffic planners and roadway specialists pour over information from each accident to determine trends and reduce accidents. A look at recent statistics provides some insight on what is driving accidents...
How to identify the signs of road rage
Anger can cause people to lose their focus, control and judgment, which is why a driver with road rage could directly endanger your life. The Insurance Information Institute reports that, over the course of five years, 56% of deadly car crashes involved aggressive...
What should I not do following an auto accident?
In the aftermath of an auto accident, it is important to keep a cool head. The experience will likely cause you a lot of fear and anxiety. There are important steps you should take, like interviewing witnesses and getting license plate information from the other...
Tips for gathering documentation after a car accident
When you drive somewhere, you put yourself at risk of getting into an injurious accident. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 3 million people in the U.S. sustain nonfatal injures in a car accident every year. If you get injured...
What are the most common causes of truck accidents?
In many situations, drivers of smaller vehicles are especially at risk for injuries after an accident involving a truck. From focusing on distractions to improperly passing another vehicle, commercial truck drivers can be the cause of many crashes. Speeding According...
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