To many, trucking is a glamorous job where you get to travel for days, see scenic views, maybe even visit a famous monument and get paid for your time. Maybe that was once the life of trucking, but the modern reality is a lot grimmer. Truckers are often sitting in the...
Year: 2022
What are the risks of an accident in Georgia?
Thousands of licensed drivers head out on the Georgia roads every day, and the vast majority of them reach their intended destinations without issue. Although motor vehicle collisions are one of the top causes of severe personal injuries like amputations and spinal...
Insurance and your trucking accident claim: 3 things insurance companies do to devalue your claim
If you get injured in an accident with a semi-truck, you’re probably going to be seeking compensation from the trucking company. They should carry insurance that will cover people who are injured through the negligence of their own drivers. In some cases, you can also...
If you hit your head in a slip-and-fall, big injuries may result
People often experience a powerful chemical response when they feel frightened. Your body responds to a surge of fear with the release of a chemical cocktail that helps you either fight off predators or escape a dangerous location. However, that chemical cocktail that...
How often is alcohol to blame for commercial truck crashes?
There are many kinds of crashes that occur on the Georgia public roads, but collisions between commercial vehicles and smaller passenger vehicles are among the worst. The major difference in size and weight means that there is often horrifying damage to the smaller...
Can broken bones from a slip-and-fall cause permanent disability?
When someone falls, possible injuries range from bruises and soft-tissue damage to potentially deadly traumatic brain injuries. It is instinctual for people to reach out to protect themselves when they feel themselves falling. Trying to catch yourself by bracing with...
The most common risk factors for motorcycle crashes
Motorcycle crashes are rare but devastating when they occur. Although motorcycles represent only a fraction of the total vehicles registered each year, they are often involved in some of the worst possible collisions. The size difference between four-wheeled vehicles...
3 tips to help you stay safe on your motorcycle this summer
Once temperatures increase and precipitation slows down, motorcyclists across from Georgia head out in large numbers. Although some people ride all year round, many motorcyclists only use two-wheeled transportation during the warmest and driest part of the year. If...
Why is nursing home neglect such a serious issue?
There are thousands of older and medically vulnerable adults living in hundreds of different nursing homes across Georgia. The individual in the nursing home pays thousands of dollars a month to be there, even if they share a room with someone else. Regardless of...
Buy Add-On UM Insurance with Your Other Automobile/Motorcycle Coverages!
PROTECT YOURSELF, YOUR FAMILY, AND YOUR OTHER PASSENGERS! Don't Be Penny Wise and Pound Foolish! Buy Add-On UM Insurance with Your Other Automobile/Motorcycle Coverages! (See Below for How Much) Summary If you, your family members, or passengers in your vehicle are in...
