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Georgia work zone crash deaths doubled between 2014 and 2017
Construction zones are an unavoidable reality across much of Georgia, and the need for them continues as communities grow and the need for new and repaired roadways increases. While you may find it anxiety-inducing to navigate these areas, you would be wise to...
What are the three main types of driving distraction?
Everyone is aware of the dangers related to driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, but driving while distracted is also a huge problem on American roadways. Preventing distracted driving can save thousands of lives a year. In order to prevent...
How dangerous is eating while driving?
When asked to picture dangerous driving behavior, many Americans will think about driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or using a cell phone while driving. While these are both dangerous driving situations, there are many varieties of distracted driving....
How to know if you have a personal injury claim
If you suffered a physical or mental injury as a result of someone’s negligence or harmful act, you may have a personal injury claim. For example, home accidents, motor vehicle accidents, defective products and failure to diagnose or treat are all examples of...
Which vehicles are the safest, and which are the most dangerous?
Vehicle manufacturers add many safety features into cars and trucks. Despite the innovative safety options, injuries and fatalities are still common. The injuries that a person sustains may depend on the type of vehicle that he or she drives; there are some vehicles...
Pedestrian fatalities on the rise in Georgia
Whether out for a daily run, to walk the dog, or simply to get across a parking lot from a parked vehicle into a grocery store, people in Georgia must navigate their way through a sea of cars, trucks, SUVs and other vehicles. Doing this safely often poses challenges....
How long does it take to receive a settlement after a car accident?
After a car accident, most people want to get back to normal as quickly as possible. However, the responsible party must take steps to make amends through paying a settlement. Every situation is different, so it is not possible to give an exact answer about how long...
What should I know about blind spots on a truck?
One of the most dangerous things Americans do every day is get behind the wheel of an automobile. There are many potential dangers that can end up with you being in an accident. To reduce risk, it is important to understand not only the laws of the road but also the...
Whose insurance pays after a car crash?
You may think the issue of compensation following a car accident is simple: either your auto insurance pays or the other driver's insurance takes care of it. Yet when it comes to insurance issues, the potential for complexity is ever-present. The most unfortunate...
How does maternal age relate to cesarean complications?
There are risks of complications with delivering a baby by either cesarean section or vaginal birth. In both cases, your risk of complications increases with age. However, research shows that risks of complications associated with cesarean section may be more...
