It’s very common to see unrestrained pets in cars. You may see a dog with its head hanging out the window, for instance, something they are notorious for enjoying. You may even see someone driving with a pet on their lap. At some point, you stop thinking of it as...
What’s the point of speed limits?
Every road has a speed limit. This is the maximum speed at which drivers should drive if the road conditions and weather are perfect. Unfortunately, some drivers think that the speed limit is the minimum speed -- or optional -- so they drive faster than what’s safe....
Lane drifting puts drivers and passengers at risk of injury
Anyone who is on the road wants others to be just as cautious as they’re being. They want people to slow down, pay attention and stay in their lanes. Unfortunately, the reality is that many drivers get distracted while behind the wheel. Their distractions may lead to...
What is highway hypnosis?
Have you ever been driving a long way to a set destination when you suddenly arrived, unable to remember exactly how you got there? It’s not as if you have no memory of the drive, but you don’t remember certain landmarks or exactly what actions you took. All you know...
5 things that make accidents more likely
You can never completely remove the risk that you’ll get injured in a traffic accident. After all, someone could hit your car even if you’ve never made a single driving mistake in your life. It’s frustrating to feel that loss of control, but other drivers really do...
What if I’m in an accident with an uninsured driver?
You may be having just one of those days – when nothing seems to go right. You spilled coffee on your shirt before 9 a.m. at work. You forgot your lunch at home on the countertop. You had to deal with tech glitches all day. Then, finally when you are on your way home,...
Your brain injury could change your life forever
Among the most significant injuries you can suffer in car crashes are head injuries. When you hit your head or your head is whipped forward or sideways quickly, it’s possible for your brain to impact the inside of the skull. As a result, you may have significant brain...
Is the insurance adjuster calling? Talk to an attorney first to avoid these tricks
Were you hurt in a wreck? When you’re injured and the bills are piling up, it’s easy to view the fact that the other party’s insurance company is already calling you. You may even have hopes for a quick settlement. Don’t get your hopes up. Insurance company adjusters...
Tips to stay safe on your motorcycle
There is a lot to be said for choosing a motorcycle over a car in the Commerce area. You could argue motorcycling should be encouraged over car driving for the benefits it brings to other road users. Motorcycles take up less road space than cars, so they reduce...
Georgia woman charged with vehicular homicide after fatal wreck
A 45-year-old woman from Glynn County has been charged with vehicular homicide, in addition to a host of other offenses that include hit-and-run, following too closely, failing to maintain a lane, passing on the right and speeding. The charges followed a July 30...