Those who are involved in a car accident may decide that it’s time to seek financial compensation from the other driver. This is true in cases where the other driver was responsible due to their action or inaction, perhaps simply because they were negligent, or maybe...
Accident Injury
Distracted driving among teens causes accidents
You’re headed to school, and you decide to pick up a cup of coffee to drink on the way. Once you’re back on the road, your phone rings. You answer the phone and take little sips of your coffee while you drive. You may not realize this, but you are engaging in...
3 ways to reduce your risk of injury on a motorcycle
When isn’t the weather perfect for a motorcycle ride in Georgia? For many, cruising on a motorcycle feels like a form of freedom. Even so, those joyrides come with an increased risk of accidents. According to data from the Georgia Traffic Safety Facts, collisions with...
Rib injuries: Dealing with trauma after a crash
One kind of injury that is common after an auto collision is a rib injury. Whether you break a single rib or multiple ribs, you could be in pain and struggle with dangerous complications. Rib injuries often occur when the force of the seat belt tightens against the...
What is a loss of consortium in a personal injury claim?
Following a personal injury, some damages may be less obvious than others. In fact, there are many situations that leave the spouse of the actual accident victim suffering, as well. If your spouse’s injuries affect your interpersonal relationship in any way, then you...
Common mistakes that can ruin your car accident claim
A car accident can leave you physically, mentally and emotionally shaken. The law allows you to claim compensation for losses incurred in a car crash from the responsible party. This compensation can go towards taking care of your medical expenses, repairing your...
Drivers, be safer on the roads during this dangerous period
Are you planning a family vacation to soak up some sun at the shore? Or maybe you just want to while away a few hours at your prime fishing spot out of town. Regardless, summer is a time when many people are on the move. Cooped up after a long winter and a very...
What if someone rear-ends you at a yellow light?
If you’re sitting at a red light and someone rear-ends your car, you know it’s their fault. That much is very clear. You couldn’t avoid the crash, nor should you have been made to do so. But what if the light is yellow? Say it turns yellow and you hit your brakes...
Compartment syndrome and car wrecks: What you should know
You've likely heard that no two situations are alike. That's particularly the case when it comes to the injuries individuals suffer in car accidents. While some individuals may walk away unscathed from a car crash, others may suffer blunt force trauma, spinal cord or...
Driving with children is a challenge
Anyone who’s driven with children in the vehicle knows that this involves a lot of distractions. Adults must remain cautious despite, even when things may become chaotic in their car. There are several things that adults can do to remain safe when they have children...