On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Oct 14, 2019 | car accidents
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...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Oct 8, 2019 | car accidents
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,...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Oct 2, 2019 | car accidents
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...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Oct 2, 2019 | car accidents
After a car accident, it is crucial to receive medical attention to check for any serious injury. It is especially important to do this before you accept any settlement from the other driver’s insurance company. Once you accept the settlement, you waive your...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Sep 5, 2019 | car accidents, motorcycle-accidents
One of the common causes of motorcycle accidents is automobile drivers turning into another lane, right in front of a motorcycle and too close for the motorcycle to avoid a collision. While Georgia drivers have a responsibility to watch out for motorcycles before...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Sep 5, 2019 | car accidents
Do you dread leaving work at the end of the day because of the traffic congestion? If you are dealing with Georgia traffic at rush hour, you may consider waiting until after rush hour passes. You do not have to wait. It can be difficult to navigate crowded roads,...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Aug 14, 2019 | car accidents
A hit-and-run accident is a serious crime in Georgia, and if you or a loved one were involved in one, report it to law enforcement officials as soon as possible. In some catastrophic accidents, however, a victim may not be able to recall the details of the events...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Aug 7, 2019 | car accidents
It is that time again when children start heading back to school in Georgia. This means school zones will once again be bustling with activity. This could impact your morning commute, so it is important that you realize the changes occurring on the roadways you travel...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Aug 2, 2019 | car accidents, injuries
Getting in a car accident in Georgia can often give you whiplash, especially when an impact occurs at high speeds. Whiplash is an injury to the neck that occurs when the head is quickly and violently jerked. While whiplash is not typically associated with harm to the...
On behalf of Glenda Mitchell Law Firm | Jul 26, 2019 | car accidents
As of July 2018, it is illegal for motorists in Georgia to hold or support any stand-alone electronic or wireless communication devices while driving, according to USA Today. The law prohibits writing, sending and reading communications on cellphones, tablets, laptops...
