Archive for 2013
Georgia car accident disrupts funeral procession
Georgia car accident disrupts funeral procession Being a part of a funeral procession is not something anyone wants to be a part of. However, when there is a large group in the procession, there is often a police presence to help control traffic and keep the entire procession safe and together. Despite efforts to keep…
Read MoreGeorgia car accident leads to pedestrian injuries
Georgia car accident leads to pedestrian injuries Walking through a parking lot of any kind of store can be dangerous for anyone if drivers pulling in and out are not aware of people or vehicles around them. For one Georgia pedestrian hanging out in a convenience store parking lot, being in the wrong spot at…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Drop Side Cribs
The Dangers of Drop Side Cribs Cribs are necessary for any home with a baby, but did you know that they may potentially be a hazard to your child? Drop side cribs have contributed to thousands of injuries and dozens of deaths of babies in the United States. Drop-side cribs were originally made to help…
Read MoreFatal accident in Georgia takes 2 lives
Fatal accident in Georgia takes 2 lives Whenever someone has car issues while driving, getting off the roadway and out of the path of oncoming cars is imperative. However, there are times when someone gets a disabled car off the road or stops to help someone in need and they are still in danger. Recently…
Read MoreKeep the Party off the Road
Keep the Party off the Road Even though drunk driving fatalities occur year round, data shows that the holiday season is a particularly dangerous time on the roadways. In 2011, 760 people lost their lives as a result of drunk driving in December alone. We are joining with safety partners and law enforcement organizations to…
Read MoreU.S. Traffic Deaths Rise for the First Time Since 2005
U.S. Traffic Deaths Rise for the First Time Since 2005 For the first time since 2005, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that traffic deaths are on the rise. The agency reported that the highway deaths rose by 1,082 or 3.3% in 2012, compared to the previous year. The report showed that the…
Read More5 to Drive
5 to Drive The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) just launched the new “5 to Drive” campaign for teen drivers. The campaign encourages parents to discuss five different topics featured on www.safercar.gov/parents/teendriving. The five topics are: 1. No cell phone use or texting while driving, 2. No extra passengers, 3. No speeding, 4. No…
Read MoreWhy You Should Be Cautious Exiting Your Vehicle after a Car Accident
Why You Should Be Cautious Exiting Your Vehicle after a Car Accident Whenever you are involved in a car accident, it is very common to want to exit your vehicle to see the damages and to speak with the other party. While this is necessary and something you should do, standing on the side of…
Read MoreWhat is a Statute of Limitations?
What is a Statute of Limitations? If you are interested in pursuing a lawsuit, you may have heard the word ‘statute of limitations’ thrown around and are not sure what it means. A statute of limitations is the deadline or maximum period of time you have to file a lawsuit. In Georgia, for a personal…
Read More5 Reasons You Should Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
5 Reasons You Should Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer You may be surprised to hear that you should not hire an lawyer for every legal matter you may have. Not every personal injury case necessarily needs an lawyer, but there are still many cases that do. Luckily, most civil lawyers work on a contingency fee…
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