Many crashes occur because one driver is too close to another. While the driver in the rear might claim the driver in front did something wrong, courts typically hold the person behind to blame. You cannot see what is in front of the car traveling in front of you....
Are child seats still safe after a crash?
A child seat can save your child’s life when they are too small for a standard seat belt to protect them. Yet, like most safety-related things, they will only serve their function if they are in good condition and used correctly. Will a car crash make them unusable?...
Rules to live by when you have to drive in the dark
Daylight savings just ended – and that means a lot of folks will now be heading out on the roads in the morning before the sun actually rises and coming home again when it’s already dark. While you always have to be on your defense when you’re driving, it helps to be...
Understanding how subrogation works after a car crash
If you were involved in a car crash that was the fault of another driver, their insurance is required to pay you for costs such as medical bills and repair or replacement of your vehicle. Unless the other driver was uninsured or underinsured, and you have coverage for...
What is post-traumatic amnesia?
A traumatic brain injury (TBI), which is not uncommon in a car crash, can cause a wide range of symptoms. It depends in large part on how seriously the brain is injured and also on what part of the brain is injured. Different parts of the brain are responsible for...
When it is time for an older person to stop driving?
Driving is a symbol of freedom more many people. As Americans age, they may dread the day when they realize that it’s not safe for them to drive any longer. Some of them will willingly give up their car keys, but others might fight against having to do that. In the...
3 dangers of eating fast food while driving
When was the last time you grabbed a fast food meal? You likely ate it in your car driving back home, to work or to an event. Maybe it never crossed your mind back then but eating while driving can be extremely dangerous for you and other drivers. Here’s what you...
Are uninsured drivers a major risk on the Georgia roads?
Carrying motor vehicle liability insurance isn't just a good decision. It is also a legal requirement for all vehicle owners. Georgia will not allow you to register a car without proof of insurance, and the first thing a police officer will ask you during a traffic...
Aggressive driving leads to serious accidents
Most drivers will encounter an aggressive driver at one time or another. They’re in the car that is riding your bumper and laying on the horn, slamming on their brakes in front of you or trying to run you off the road. Each year, aggressive drivers cause approximately...
Have you been injured by road debris?
There are so many things to think about when driving. Experienced road users tend to make rapid decisions almost automatically, but these are decisions that keep them safe. One factor that is difficult to anticipate is road debris. Road debris can come from numerous...
