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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...
Drunk driving deaths increase in Georgia
Drunk drivers have tragically and unnecessarily claimed the lives of too many innocent people. Unfortunately, there remain plenty of drivers who are unwilling to make responsible choices. The deadly reality of drunk driving continues across Georgia, and the problem...
The facts about e-cigarette explosions
Millions of Americans have switched from traditional cigarettes to e-cigarettes to avoid the health risks associated with tobacco. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other federal agencies reported more than 2,000 serious burns and other...
Hours-of-service regulations for truck drivers
Fatigue can be a problem that plagues drivers, especially those who consistently spend extended periods of time on the road, such as truck drivers. Federal regulations require truck drivers to follow strict hours-of-service regulations in order to prevent drowsiness...
Disturbing facts regarding maternity mortality
The joy of welcoming a new child into the world can quickly turn to overwhelming grief when a mother dies after childbirth. While pregnancy and labor and delivery come with risks, failure on the part of physicians and health care teams to provide adequate care all too...
What is medical malpractice?
You may be familiar with the term "medical malpractice." Malpractice can involve hospitals, doctors and healthcare facilities. The legal foundation for malpractice is that doctors owe a special duty of care with patients. While doctors may not be liable for every harm...
