Do you live in Georgia and rely on your phone’s GPS to get you from Point A to Point B? You probably know by now that Georgia is a handsfree-state, meaning all drivers must refrain from using a cell phone or tablet while driving as per the 2018 law, HB 673. This law was passed […]
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If you’ve lived in Atlanta for any extended amount of time, then you know how bad the traffic is here. While Atlanta isn’t on the top of the list for the worst traffic of all US cities, it does make the top 15. According to data gathered between 2013 and 2016 from the U.S. Census […]
What is distracted driving? According to the CDC, distracted driving is “driving while doing another activity that takes your attention away from driving.” There are many types of distracted driving, and while not all are illegal, all increase the chance of a motor vehicle crash. Each day in the US, more than 1,000 people are […]
We sat down with Shelly Weed, accident reconstruction expert to see what she has to say about accident reconstruction and how it benefits a personal injury case. Shelly is the founder and owner of WREC, an accident reconstruction firm located in Smyrna, GA that provides crash reconstruction, crash data retrieval, and FARO 3D laser scanning […]
If you listen to the radio, then you’ve likely heard about the recent deaths due to reckless driving on birds – the popular e-scooters found on many streets in Atlanta. The fact that young adults – some as young as 20 years old – are losing their lives is heartbreaking, and we want to […]
Drunk driving accidents claim the lives of over 10,000 people a year. It is a crime, and anyone caught driving under the influence (DUI) is more likely to be at fault in an auto accident. If you were involved in a car accident involving a drunk driver, there are several steps to take to ensure […]
We have all been accustomed to the notion that airbags and seatbelts will always protect us if we are in an accident. However, this is not always the case. While it is practical to depend on an airbag for protection in a car accident, sometimes an airbag fails to deploy, or it can even deploy […]
Did a dog bite you within the last two years? Do you live in Georgia? There are certain legal statutes in place that can help cover the damages from your traumatic experience. If the attack happened within the last two years, you are eligible to file a dog bite lawsuit and get the representation and […]
Have you ever been in a car accident and not known the proper way to handle it? Being involved in a car accident is never something people enjoy, but it’s more common today than ever. With over one thousand car accidents per day in Georgia, it is important to be aware of the steps to […]
3 Tips for Staying Safe: There is nothing like a three-day weekend spent swimming and boating in the sunshine with family and friends. Grilling out in the B.B.Q, drinking some cold beers, watching your little one’s splash and swim, just enjoying life. With Memorial Day approaching, we wanted to share 3 tips to keep […]
Unfortunately, accidents happen. It is simply a part of life. Here are a few steps to follow after you’ve been in a car accident to make sure you are protected: Steps to Follow If You Have Been in a Car Accident STOP. Always stop and then check if everyone is okay. If you are indeed […]
Insurance companies are full of professional — sometimes even friendly — people, but always remember that no insurance employee is ever your friend. While expediting your claims process and having good customer service both help their business model, paying out as little as possible for each claim helps them out quite a bit more. In […]
FAST FACTS The Children’s Christmas Parade is the highlight of the season for many For unique shopping and family fun, visit Atlantic Station for the Christkindl Market Anyone looking for an unconventional holiday celebration can enjoy laughs and support charity at the Atlanta Santa Speedo Run While it rarely snows in Atlanta around the […]
FAST FACTS The average consumer spends almost $90 per year for Halloween. Total spending for 2017 was expected to top $9 billion. More adults will dress up like a witch than anything else. If you’re looking for something thrilling to do in Atlanta this Halloween, you aren’t alone. Thousands of adults will be out and […]
FAST FACTS 3,477 people were killed in 2015 in crashes related to distracted driving. 391,000 people were injured in such accidents during the same year. Drivers under the age of 20 are most likely to be involved in a distraction-related fatal collision. Georgians saw a new law take effect on July 1 of 2018: No […]
FAST FACTS In 2015, a work zone car accident happened about every 5.5 minutes across the country, on average. Nearly 700 people died in these accidents. Most often, crashes happen when people hit stationary objects. Many people believe that the people most at risk in work zones are roadway and construction workers. Statistically, this is […]
FAST FACTS: As of 2016 in Georgia, there were 15.55 serious injuries due to car accidents for every 100 million vehicle miles traveled. In 2016, more than 1,500 people were killed in Georgia as the result of traffic collisions. The top causes were speed, alcohol and distracted driving. Georgia’s governor signed The Hands-Free Act into […]
The summer boating season will be starting up shortly. The weather finally seems to be holding steady, and everyone who has felt trapped indoors is heading out on the water. The beautiful lakes in Georgia are some of the top destinations for locals and tourists. From sunbathers to swimmers, jet skiers to boaters, people will […]
Car crashes occur every day. For those who haven’t been involved in one, and even for those who have, there is a bit of a mystery surrounding them. We read about them, but we never find out why they happened. Even seeing the aftermath of an accident doesn’t give us much insight into the how […]
When a loved one passes away, the remaining family members are left understandably saddened. When that death was caused by someone’s negligence or misdeeds, the emotions that can follow the death are often heightened. We are left wondering why and what could have been done to change the outcome. In instances where a person passes […]