Public transportation is a convenient way of travel for many people. Unfortunately, it can also be a dangerous one if the transit operator is negligent and causes an auto accident. Thankfully, it is possible for passengers to file a claim to gain reparations....
Month: March 2018
Crash victims often have delayed injury symptoms
The understandable desire for anyone involved in a car wreck is to get back to normal as soon as possible. Unfortunately for many Georgia crash victims, the process takes longer than for others. Identifying and understanding the full extent of damages is a critical...
Why drunk driving can be deadly
Georgia drivers may be aware that drunk driving is a serious and potentially deadly road hazard. In fact, it is estimated that about 33 percent of all traffic fatalities are associated with drunk driving. When a person drinks alcohol, the alcohol stays in the body...
What to know about soft tissue injuries
Georgia drivers know that all sorts of injuries can arise from a car accident. However, some of the most frequent ailments are soft tissue injuries. Soft tissue refers to the muscles, tendons and ligaments that can be strained, sprained, torn or bruised from the...
Attempts to cut truck driver fatigue face legal challenge
For drivers on the roads in Georgia, accidents caused by truck driver fatigue can be a major highway safety concern. The large mass and size of 18-wheelers and semi-trucks mean that a trucking accident can easily cause severe injuries, major property damage and even...
Injuries and unsafe buildings
Georgia residents can incur an injury due to an unsafe building at any time. This occurs more often than they may like to think, and it is important that they know what actions to take afterwards. If someone sustains an injury on another person's property, premises...
Understanding Georgia’s motorcycle laws
Many people enjoy the fun and freedom of riding motorcycles. However, when parties do not have proper knowledge or take the needed precautions, motorcycle accidents can happen. In such cases, riders' first line of defense is making sure that they...
State governors aim to cut down on highway fatalities
Roadway safety is a major issue of concern for drivers in Georgia and across the country. Car accidents can be the cause of extensive property damage, severe personal injuries and even deaths. A report published by the National Governors Association aims to provide...