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Do Georgia Helmet Laws Protect Motorcyclists?
The state of Georgia requires all motorcycle riders to wear a helmet. Riders must not only wear helmets but they should meet national standards. Georgia helmet laws help save lives. Wearing a helmet is no guarantee you will avoid head injuries or death if you crash....
Court Rules a Georgia Driver’s Refusal to Take a Breath Test Cannot be Used at Trial
For years, drivers who refused to take breath tests during DUI stops suffered serious consequences in Georgia. They faced the suspension of their license and their refusal was used as evidence against them at their trial. The refusal often created a presumption that...
Traumatic Brain Injuries Cause Sleep Disorders
Traumatic brain injuries cause a range of neurological and behavioral issues. People who suffer brain injuries often suffer sleep disorders and don’t realize their issues are linked to head trauma. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is defined as a change in brain...
Georgia Crosswalks – What are Your Rights?
Every year dozens of pedestrians are killed on Georgia crosswalks. Thousands are injured. Whether you are crossing the road in downtown Atlanta or in Newnan, you have rights. Often drivers fail to see or respect walkers on crosswalks. Many towns and cities in Georgia...
Farm Machinery Causes Terrible Accidents and Injuries
In December 2018, the driver of a tractor died when he was hit from behind by a dump truck in Peach County. Police said the driver of the dump truck failed to see the tractor on the rural road until it was too late. Georgia State Patrol said the tractor lacked the...
Family of Georgia Man is Awarded $17.9 Million in Window Fall Death Lawsuit
Builders and other contractors have a responsibility to provide safe work. In legal terms, this is known as a duty of care. Recently, a jury in Georgia decided a company failed in its duty to protect a homebuilder. It awarded $17.9 million in a window fall death...
New Georgia Law Gives More Rights to the Victims of Crimes
Georgia enacted a raft of new laws in 2019. Legislation giving more rights to the victims of crimes came into effect. Marsy’s Law is an amendment to the Georgia Constitution. It received the backing of 81 percent of voters during November’s general election, reported...
Seven Ways to Prevent Tired Driving Crashes
Tired driving crashes cause thousands of deaths and injuries every year. As many as one in 25 drivers have admitted to falling asleep at the wheel. The actual figure is probably considerably higher. Sleep deprivation is the most significant cause of fatigued driving...
New Year’s Eve Death of Two in Atlanta Highlights the Dangers of Head-on Collisions
Accidents often spike over the holidays and New Year and Christmas is no exception. The New Year’s holiday is associated with drunken driving and an upsurge in fatal wrecks. Georgia saw a surge of fatal accidents. A serious wreck in metro Atlanta on New Year’s Eve...
Failure to Signal is the Most Common Cause of Car Accidents in Georgia
We read a lot about car accidents caused by red light runners and lane changes. However, one of the most common causes of auto wrecks is something many drivers do on a daily basis – failure to signal. A study by the Society of Automotive Engineers suggested turn...
The Dangers of Driving on Wet and Flooded Roads in Georgia
Winter often brings wet and flooded roads in Georgia. These conditions are more dangerous than many drivers realize. Few drivers are aware how little surface water it requires to lose control of a car or a truck. Six inches of water will lead to a loss of traction and...
When Are You too Old to Drive in Georgia?
The issue of when you are too old to drive in Georgia is a sensitive one. Older drivers often rely on their cars, especially in rural areas. However, at a certain age, medical conditions, poor eyesight and other factors can pose dangers to motorists. According to the...