When it comes to holiday-related motor vehicle accidents, many people recognize the potential dangers associated with the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve. However, some do not realize that all sorts of holidays, including Halloween, can increase the chances of an...
Year: 2017
Car crashes and eyesight issues
All sorts of problems can factor into a car crash, whether they were completely preventable (such as incidents involving a drunk driver) or would have been much harder to avoid (patches of ice on the road). However, those with poor eyesight may cause a crash under a...
The burden of proof in a slip-and-fall case
Many people view a fall as an embarrassing event and hope no one noticed. However, when someone else's negligence is the source of the accident, it can be good to have witnesses and other evidence, particularly if you have sustained a serious injury as a result. At...
Can car accidents cause PTSD?
There are many auto accident consequences that victims may experience, whether they break a bone or even pass away. Moreover, financial complications may arise following a wreck, whether someone is having a hard time with hospital expenses or loses his or her ability...
Did the driver who hit you ignore the three-second rule?
As a responsible driver, you may be aware of the “three-second rule” and how it corresponds to tailgating, but evidently the driver who rear-ended you was not. Georgia is one of a handful of states that have poor records in terms of tailgating, which means that many...
What is a tripped rollover accident?
Motor vehicle collisions take a variety of forms. Sometimes, crashes involve a vehicle being T-boned or colliding into another car head-on. However, there are other types of wrecks that are especially dangerous, such as rollover accidents. In Georgia, it is vital for...
Helping your child move on from a traffic accident
Motor vehicle collisions can make life hard in all sorts of ways, whether they cause physical pain or mental trauma. From financial burdens to life changes, such as being unable to work, there are many different ways in which victims can have trouble recovering....
Avoiding a car crash during flu season
With flu season approaching, there are all sorts of hazards drivers should be mindful of, from inclement weather such as snow and roads covered in ice to drunk drivers over the holidays. However, there are even more potential risk factors that you should keep an eye...
Why is nursing home staffing so important?
Your loved one needs long-term care because of mobility or health issues, and you may assume that the Georgia nursing home staff will provide that assistance. However, this is not necessarily the case, particularly if he or she needs a significant amount of staff...
Drivers and pedestrians must obey crosswalk and intersection laws
Pedestrian safety is a priority in the traffic laws of Georgia. When foot travelers and drivers of cars share the road, it is important they follow safety guidelines. However, they must also obey the laws governing both forms of travel in order to avoid collisions and...