If you are like many adult children, you probably agonized over talking to your elderly mother or father about moving into a nursing home. That is understandable, as it can be unbelievably heartbreaking to ask a loved one to give up personal freedom. Discussing...
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If your baby was in a car wreck, do these 4 things
Like most parents in Georgia, you prioritize your baby’s safety above everything else. While you may want to lock your young one in a tower to protect him or her forever, you realize this approach is not practical. Eventually, you must strap your infant or toddler...
How to know if an insurance settlement is fair
Like most residents of northwest Georgia, you live your life responsibly. Not only do you go to work every day and care for your family, but you also drive with care. Unfortunately, distracted truck drivers can bring your life to a standstill in a matter of...
The circadian rhythm and a truck-car crash waiting to happen
For the most part, commercial truck drivers are responsible professionals. However, if the big rig in the lane next to you begins weaving, you likely begin worrying.That big rig is much bigger than your hybrid. Is the driver falling asleep at the wheel? Has the...
Post-concussion driving performance studied at UGA
We often hear of an athlete sustaining a concussion; a football player, for example. After a week of recovery, he may feel fine and be back on the field. What about a motorist who has apparently recovered from a concussion? The findings of a study conducted at the...
Helmets and good posture make for a safer bike ride
Cycling has great health benefits because it is a cardio workout for the whole body. However, bicycle injuries happen.Here are four of the most common injuries you might experience as a cyclist and how best to prevent them.Neck painNeck pain begins when the muscle at...
A jury may not understand why people ride motorcycles
Many people, including some of those who sit on juries during motorcycle accident cases, may not understand riders and what motivates them, especially riders who are older. While it is true that motorcyclists are more vulnerable to injuries than motorists who are...
The distracted driving law has finally arrived in Georgia
As of Sunday, July 1, 2018, it is no longer legal to handle your cellphone while driving in the state of Georgia. This is a law that has been long in coming, and early police reports indicate that drivers are paying attention. Focused on phones Many people think the...
3 reasons to speak with a lawyer after an accident
Most people do not enjoy court battles and would rather avoid them than seek them out. Thus, it happens that people who end up in a car crash put off seeing a lawyer. Maybe they think the injuries are minor, or the other driver's insurance company has offered a quick...
How to enjoy a safer outing as a pedestrian
With the advent of pleasant springtime days and nights, more pedestrians are evident here in northwest Georgia, and the numbers will only increase throughout the summer months.Motorists are responsible for controlling their vehicles and keeping an eye out for those on...