According to the Georgia Department of Transportation’s (GDOT) Crash Data statistics, the number of traffic accidents in a given area is often directly proportional to that area’s traffic load. Many Georgians don’t realize that GDOT provides a way for drivers to monitor and anticipate traffic, and in that way reduce…
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Get Help for Car Accident with Uninsured Driver in Georgia
There’s no secret that the cost of everything seems to be outpacing increases in pay. Auto insurance costs continue to rise, but the risk of having a car accident without insurance in Georgia is not worth it. If you drive in the state of Georgia, you need to have car…
Accident Coverage Always a Concern with Auto Insurance
While insurance laws change all the time, at this writing, personal injury protection insurance is not required in the state of Georgia. It’s an optional coverage that many drivers elect to purchase. What is Mandatory Coverage? In Florida, where the coverage has been mandatory, this topic has been under a…
Applebees Settles Out of Court with Family of Drunk Driving Victim
A Texas Applebees has settled out of court with the family of a two-year-old child who was brain-injured when the car he was riding in was struck by a drunk driver who had just left the restaurant. The drunk driver himself has not yet gone to trial. The case led…
Preparation is Key When Traveling At Home or Abroad
Traditionally, Memorial Day weekend signals the start of summer vacation season. While travel is fun and entertaining, taking a few precautions to ensure your personal safety while away from home can help prevent accidents and make them easier to deal with if they do happen. One of the most important…
Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Attorney in Georgia
According to the New Georgia Encyclopedia, there are more than 27,000 attorneys actively practicing in the state. Trial lawyers, attorneys who specialize in representing individuals who have been harmed by the negligence of others, make up a significant portion of that number. Asking the right questions before you choose an…
Legal Tips for Party Hosts to Reduce Liability
Graduation parties are often the first get-togethers in a season filled with celebrations and gatherings. Whether you’re hosting friends and family to celebrate milestones or just throwing an impromptu backyard barbeque, it’s important to make choices that will guarantee the safety of your guests and protect you from liability should…
Seatbelt Safety is a Key to Reducing Injuries for Children
The end of the school year means the beginning of summer activity season. Parents trying to maximize time and save gas often work together to get kids where they’re going. Even if you’re in a hurry, making sure the kids who are riding in your vehicle are safe is a…
Tips for Boating Safety from GA Department of Natural Resources
Peak boating season in Georgia runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and this year the Georgia Department of Natural Resources has partnered with TEAM Georgia, an organization devoted to sober driving initiatives, to encourage boating safety on the waterways this summer. The State of Georgia has established a variety…
At Ski Resorts, Injuries are Your Responsibility
With spring break ski trips on many people’s minds this month, it’s important to remember that, when you go skiing, it’s “at your own risk.” The purchase of a lift ticket at ski resorts throughout North America includes your agreement that you are skiing at your own risk and that…