When you start looking into vehicle crash statistics, you'll quickly find a clear outlier. There are a disproportionate number of fatal crashes that involve motorcycles. For instance, one report claims that someone on a motorcycle is about 29 times more likely to be...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
How do you prove someone was texting before causing a crash?
Maybe you could clearly see the phone in their hands right before they hit you, or perhaps the driver who caused your crash admitted to you that they were texting before the crash. Despite the fact that you know they were driving while distracted, they then deny the...
Tailgating is one of the major causes of car accidents
If you can see the other driver’s eyes via your rearview mirror, then there is a pretty good chance they are tailgating you. Of course, tailgating can be both dangerous and irritating. Tailgating poses high risk of rear-end collision and injury for both the tailgater...
Why is cellular phone use behind the wheel a bad idea?
All it takes is a moment of distraction for a crash to occur, and the few seconds a driver takes their eyes off the road to respond to a text might be all they need to avert a potential disaster. Given the prevalence of distractions arising from cell phone use by...
Agency, troopers urge caution while driving over holidays
As we head into the holidays, the Georgia Department of Public Safety’s commissioner appeals to the public to practice safe driving to save lives. He states, “As more people travel the roadways to visit family and friends, Troopers and Officers will continue to focus...
How inclement weather puts you at risk on the road
As a Georgia driver, you know how hectic the roadways can be in this state. Bad weather only adds to the potential for an accident. Even if you are a safe driver under normal circumstances, inclement conditions create unique problems that require you to use additional...
3 ways to document your car accident in Georgia
Unfortunately, car accidents are a fairly common occurrence in Georgia. Vehicle collisions can result in major or minor injuries and even fatalities. Those who have been involved in car accidents often have various options for pursuing compensation. However, claims...
How do you prove that distraction was the cause of your crash?
Distraction is one of the top causes of modern motor vehicle crashes. Just like with drunk driving, many people understand that distracted driving is dangerous but believe that they are somehow capable of doing it safely. When a distracted driver crashes into your...
Infotainment screens in modern vehicles are dangerous distractions
People bring their own screens into vehicles in the form of tablets and mobile phones. Most drivers recognize that screens are a risky distraction. However, many late-model vehicles now have built-in infotainment systems. These vehicles might have DVD players that...
What are the texting and driving laws in Georgia?
As a safe, responsible driver, you probably take every precaution when sharing the road with other motorists. Unfortunately, your actions can not always protect you from accidents when other drivers behave negligently. Along with behaviors like speeding, failing to...
