There is little question that motor vehicles are a major safety concern for cyclists. Typically, those on bicycles have to share the road with motor vehicles unless they travel on designated bike paths. Cyclists have the same basic rights as anyone else in traffic....
Many adults in Georgia ride on motorcycles for recreation or regular travel. Motorcycles are fun and efficient forms of transportation, but they are also relatively dangerous, especially when compared with larger enclosed vehicles. Motorcycle riders have to undergo...
There are many ways that a business can contribute to someone slipping and falling. Perhaps the company does not keep enough workers on hand to keep the premises clean. Maybe negligent property maintenance or deferred repairs to facilities led to puddling on the floor...
Most car crashes in Georgia are inconvenient but not life-altering. They damage someone's vehicle and disrupt their day, but everyone eventually moves on from the situation with minimal losses. Unfortunately, a small percentage of the crashes that occur in Georgia...
There’s been an alarming uptick in the number of fatal pedestrian accidents all around the nation – and Georgia is no exception. In fact, Georgia appears to be among the worst states for pedestrian safety. According to an analysis by the Governors Highway Safety...
Motorcycles are more dangerous than larger vehicles for travelers because they offer less physical protection. In the event of a spill or a crash, a motorcycle doesn't safeguard a rider at all against catastrophic injury. People may wear special gear, but the...
Walking is a healthy activity and a free form of transportation. It is also a potential source of injury risk for the average person. Pedestrian collisions, which occur when a motor vehicle strikes a pedestrian, often lead to severe injuries or death. Frequently,...
The first time that you get into a car accident can be very unnerving. Maybe you got hit by someone else unexpectedly, and you barely even saw what happened. It’s shocking and sudden, and now you have no idea what next steps to take. It is important to do everything...
After getting into a serious auto collision, you may not be sure what steps you need to take next. Depending on the circumstances, you might be looking into filing an insurance claim or trying to get a quick settlement to pay off what you owe. You need to remember...
Regardless of who was at fault, a car crash can have expensive and painful results that can have a lasting effect on your life. If you were partially – but not totally – to blame for the crash, are you still able to sue to recover compensation for your injuries, the...