Steps to take after motor vehicle wrecks with uninsured drivers
When heading out on the road in Georgia, there is an automatic assumption that other drivers will have the necessary automobile insurance. After all, it is the law that a driver must be insured. Unfortunately, some people get behind the wheel and drive without having proper insurance. If there is an auto accident, this can… Continue reading Steps to take after motor vehicle wrecks with uninsured drivers
Read MoreWhat are the results of increased speeding?
On Georgia roads in 2020, fewer commuters led to more “open spaces” on highways. Telecommuting and other factors contributed to the reduction in drivers, but the decreased numbers did not necessarily lead to fewer accidents. In some ways, Georgia saw some dangers increase. Fewer drivers and higher fatalities Statistics reveal that fewer drivers on the… Continue reading What are the results of increased speeding?
Read MoreThe potential penalties for driving under the influence
Georgia law prohibits anyone from operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If an officer believes that you are driving while impaired, you may be taken into custody. In the event that you are convicted of DUI, you could be subject to a variety of penalties including a fine, jail… Continue reading The potential penalties for driving under the influence
Read MoreWhy do insurance companies tend to make low offers?
When you file a claim with your insurance company in Georgia, you don’t have to accept its first offer. If you think that the offer is too low, you’re probably right. With an attorney’s help, you may be able to come up with a fair settlement. What do insurance companies often leave out of their… Continue reading Why do insurance companies tend to make low offers?
Read MoreWhat is defensive driving?
To stay safe on the road in Georgia, it’s not enough to employ safe driving techniques. You’ll also have to learn defensive driving techniques that can prevent accidents if another driver makes a mistake. You can’t control what other people do, but how you react could mean the difference between a near-miss and a catastrophic… Continue reading What is defensive driving?
Read MoreWhat it means to drive defensively
Driving in a defensive manner can be an effective way to reduce your risk of getting into an accident while traveling on a Georgia road. Generally speaking, defensive drivers assume that those around them will make mistakes or act in a careless manner. Taking time to consider the mistakes that others might make allows you… Continue reading What it means to drive defensively
Read MoreDoes daylight savings time lead to more car wrecks?
Daylight Savings Time (DST) used to give the farmers the daylight they needed to tend to their crops and animals properly. Nowadays, it can cause more damage than the good it provides. The change from DST twice a year seems to have an impact on drivers as well. According to the University of Colorado at Boulder,… Continue reading Does daylight savings time lead to more car wrecks?
Read MoreCar crashes on Highway 91 lead to lawsuits for Department of Transportation
Car crashes happen for many reasons, some of which could be mitigated with the right help. Take, for example, this case in Georgia. A woman who lost her granddaughter and grandchildren says that there is one road with a design flaw that led to their deaths after it flooded. Unfortunately, the state still hasn’t made… Continue reading Car crashes on Highway 91 lead to lawsuits for Department of Transportation
Read MoreHow insurance companies try to minimize injury claims
Dealing with an injury after a car wreck is frustrating. You not only are in pain and maybe missing work, but you have medical bills stacking up. Your waiting for the other driver’s insurance company or your own to pay on your injury claim. What you may not realize is that often insurance companies use… Continue reading How insurance companies try to minimize injury claims
Read MoreYour spouse wants a divorce: What should you do next?
Going through a divorce may be heartbreaking, but it’s something that you might not have a choice about. If your spouse has decided to separate from you, it’s time to start looking into your legal options and develop a plan for your future. What should you do next if your spouse has just asked for… Continue reading Your spouse wants a divorce: What should you do next?
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