Speeding is one of the most discouraged behaviors on the road. Reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that speeding contributed to 29% of all traffic fatalities in 2021. So, why would a driver know the dangers of speeding but...
It is relatively common for people to disagree about who is to blame for a car crash. Drivers often don't want to take personal responsibility for a wreck even if they did something that was unsafe, like driving on the wrong side of the road or speeding. Police...
While the weather can be unpredictable at times, summers in Georgia tend to be hot and dry. This can be beneficial, as families can go out and enjoy downtime together. However, there are also some drawbacks to the consistent heat. Driving in hot temperatures isn’t...
Between public awareness campaigns and popular media, most people are aware of how important seat belts or safety restraints are when traveling in a motor vehicle. Despite having that knowledge, a significant portion of those on the road fail to consistently use seat...
T-bone accidents, also known as side-impact or broadside collisions, occur when the front end of one vehicle collides with the side of another vehicle, forming a "T" shape. They can be particularly devastating when the vehicles involved are significantly different in...
People who are involved in a car crash can suffer from a variety of injuries. One of these is a traumatic brain injury. This type of injury can lead to long-lasting effects that can negatively impact every aspect of a person’s life. Cognitive abilities are one of the...
Many people believe that one cannot recover compensation for injuries sustained in a car crash they contributed to. While there is an element of truth in the notion, depending on your jurisdiction, the law in Georgia works differently. You can still recover...
Catastrophic injuries such as spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries can have a devastating impact on victims and their families. The costs of these injuries can be massive, both financially and emotionally – and few people really can understand what that...
Car accidents are a tragic reality, causing countless injuries and fatalities yearly. While many factors contribute to car crashes, defective tires are one of the most dangerous and preventable causes. Defective tires can lead to a loss of control, blowouts and other...
Motor vehicle collisions are a leading cause of some of the most debilitating traumatic injuries that Americans suffer. Spinal cord injuries, amputations and brain injuries can occur in seconds as a result of a car crash. Contusions, soft tissue injuries and broken...