A motorcycle accident can leave you with broken bones, torn skin and no way to support yourself while you heal. To avoid ending up in the hospital, motorcyclists are wise to take a proactive approach to safety.Here are some suggestions for staying safe out there on a...
Year: 2017
Toxicology screen still pending in wreck that killed 2 brothers
New details have been released by authorities with the Georgia State Patrol (GSP) regarding the fatal accident last month that claimed the lives of two Georgia Southern University brothers.On Nov. 26, the 18- and 20-year-old university students were headed east on...
Child dies in school bus accident that injured more than 20 kids
Accident investigators returned to the scene of last week's fatal school bus crash in Liberty County that claimed one 5-year-old girl's life and injured more than a score of other schoolchildren and the bus driver. When the wreck occurred, the bus driver was on her...
Liability issues arise with accidents while using Uber, Lyft
If you've ever used a ride-sharing service to get around, you are likely a fan of how easy it is to summon a Lyft or Uber driver to take you to your destination. Especially during the holiday season when many people get tipsy at gatherings and parties, these companies...
Car accident injuries are not always cut-and-dried
If you have been in a car accident, you may experience catastrophic injuries at the onset. In cases like these, injuries are obvious, and hopefully, someone's insurance is going to cover the medical expenses and damages. But what if you are like a good percentage of...
Negotiating a car accident settlement
When you have been involved in a minor car accident, you may be worried that you will have to face a lengthy court case in order to resolve the issue and find a settlement between you and the other driver. The good news is that usually, a negotiation takes place...
What Georgia laws govern slow-moving trucks and vehicles?
The state of Georgia is filled with rich and fertile farmland, which helps to boost the economy, provide income and feed the nation. While farming in the state is necessary and even welcome, many of the vehicles associated with agriculture often pose farming equipment...
Is dehydrated driving a real concern?
Have you heard of dehydrated driving? Many people haven't, but a study in 2015 proved that not getting enough water actually decreases driving performance to the same level as a .08 blood alcohol content. Safe driving isn't just about obeying the law and abstaining...
Halloween car accident leaves Georgia boy hospitalized
According to the NSC (National Safety Council), children have a greater chance or dying in a pedestrian-car accident on Halloween than on any other day. This statistical fact makes it easy to assume that children are more likely to suffer injuries from a car accident...
It’s easier than many think to see if a vehicle has been recalled
In 2015, about 51 million vehicles were recalled. Often, these recalls occur because of defective auto parts, which may result in injury or death. In a tragic example of a defective auto part, young actor, Anton Yelchin, lost his life when his Jeep Grand Cherokee...