On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Jul 3, 2019 | Car Accidents
Drunk driving crashes are occurring all the time in Georgia, many of them fatal. The average summer day sees about 26 people in the U.S. die in DUI crashes. This number spikes about 60% on the Fourth of July. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Jun 17, 2019 | Car Accidents
Emergency rooms in Georgia and around the country were fully staffed over Memorial Day weekend in preparation for what is traditionally one of the busiest times of the year. The start of the summer driving season is marked by a surge in motor vehicle accidents, and...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Jun 7, 2019 | Car Accidents
Car buyers in Georgia and around the country have a vast range of new vehicles to choose from, and many of them come equipped with sophisticated safety technology that warns drivers of impending dangers or even takes control in emergencies to avoid a crash. While road...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | May 14, 2019 | Car Accidents
According to figures from the Georgia-based Centers for Disease Control, doctors in the United States write more than 200 million opioid prescriptions every year, which equates to more than 66 prescriptions for every 100 Americans. This worries lawmakers and police...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Apr 18, 2019 | Car Accidents
Automakers are rushing to introduce self-driving cars, which is worrying many in Georgia and across the U.S. After all, these cars have caused fatal crashes in the past, including a March 2018 incident where an Uber vehicle in Arizona failed to detect a pedestrian and...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Mar 29, 2019 | Car Accidents
Distracted driving is a growing issue on Georgia roads. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that 3,450 people died in distraction-related car crashes in 2016. Of these crashes, 14 percent involved cellphones. Distracted driving is also an...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Mar 11, 2019 | Car Accidents
Daylight saving time could increase the risk of getting into a car crash, according to to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. As a result, Georgia motorists should use extra caution when they hit the road.it is recommended that drivers get at least seven hours of...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Feb 26, 2019 | Car Accidents
Motorists in Georgia and around the country who cause fatal two-car accidents are almost twice as likely to test positive for prescription opioids as the other drivers involved. This was the conclusion reached by researchers after scrutinizing 18,321 crash reports...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Feb 13, 2019 | Car Accidents
It’s not uncommon for drivers on Georgia roads to see car accidents. When a collision is severe, multiple parties may investigate the causes. However, it’s not always easy to determine the reason for an accident. There are usually a number of factors...
On behalf of Law Office of Perry Dean Ellis, P.C. | Jan 16, 2019 | Car Accidents
Drowsiness is a risk for many rideshare drivers in Georgia. Their industry is characterized by various salary incentives, and these can sway drivers into working past their safety limits. Sleep deprivation could alter circadian rhythms and make it even more difficult...
