Northern Georgia Injury Law Blog
Do you know how handle car injuries as a passenger?
While riding with a friend in Georgia, you suffered injuries in a car accident. Because you were a passenger, you may not be sure of how to recoup compensation for your injuries. ValuePenguin has you covered. See what they have to say about the matter to avoid paying...
Red-light running causes tens of thousands of injuries annually
Traffic signals exist so that motorists in high-traffic areas have a shared understanding of who has the right-of-way, but unfortunately, many drivers across Georgia and the rest of the United States fail to exercise care when navigating through these signaled...
5 steps to take if you are in a motorcycle accident
The winter season is close, but you can still get your motorcycle ready and head out on the road. Feeling the wind is the best therapy. Putting those two wheels on the blacktop ahead, soaking in the freedom and making it home is your goal. Rain, limited visibility...
Could your airbag injure you in a crash?
It is nothing new for drivers to be wary of safety devices in vehicles. Many people still think seat belts do more harm than good, even though research has shown seatbelts save lives. The same is true for airbags. While experts have proof that airbags help you in a...
Trying to stop drivers from driving distracted
Distracted driving is not a problem unique to Georgia. Countries all around the world struggle to discourage drivers from allowing people, technology and features in the car itself from distracting them. When drivers take their eyes off the road to change the radio...
When is the most dangerous time to drive?
With Daylight Saving Time just about to end, driving in Georgia becomes even more dangerous. Why? Because fewer hours of daylight mean the necessity of driving more in the dark, such as on your evening commute home from work. And as you might expect, nighttime is the...
Soft tissue injuries are common in rush hour traffic accidents
Rush hour in Georgia is something many drivers must contend with during the week. Drivers tend to be in a rush to get to their destination. With more cars on the road, there is a higher likelihood of being in an accident, especially a fender bender. One of the most...
How often are work zones a factor in car wrecks?
With communities across Georgia continuing to grow by leaps and bounds, so, too does a need for new roads and related infrastructure to accommodate these new residents and residential areas. For this reason, road construction is a common occurrence across much of the...
Safely sharing the road with pedestrians
More cities in Georgia are implementing measures such as overhead crosswalks to improve safety for pedestrians; however, it is still important for drivers to be aware of the ways that they can do their part to help prevent accidents. Since pedestrians are unprotected,...
Who is responsible for rideshare accident damages?
Ridesharing is great, especially in places without public transportation. Even then, using a rideshare service can save you money and is available at hours when public transit is not available. However, the trend to use such services is a new concern. If you are using...
