Blog: Car Accident

Tractor-trailers move through Fayette County every day on Highway 74 and the roads feeding I-85. Each rig rides on 18 or more tires carrying tens of thousands of pounds. When one fails at highway speed, the driver can lose control in an instant. Even when the truck stays upright, flying tread can smash through a …

Most car crashes happen because a driver made a mistake. Sometimes, however, the car itself fails. Brakes give out, a tire comes apart, or the steering locks without warning. When a hidden flaw causes a crash, a vehicle defect lawsuit may let you hold the manufacturer responsible. This article explains when Georgia law allows these …

Long-haul trucking can be lonely work. Many drivers bring along a spouse, a friend, or a relative to share the miles. After a crash on I-85 near Newnan, though, a truck cab passenger can suddenly matter a great deal. That rider may have seen exactly what the driver was doing before impact. Their presence may …

A dashboard, steering wheel, or side window can stop your head in an instant. When that happens, a head injury in a car accident can change your health, your work, and your family’s future. Many Atlanta drivers walk away from a crash feeling shaken but fine. However, brain injuries often stay hidden for hours or …

Stop-and-go traffic on I-85 and Bullsboro Drive makes rear-end crashes a daily risk for Newnan drivers. Most people assume the driver in back is always at fault. However, a Coweta County rear-end accident can raise more questions than you might expect. This article explains what Georgia law says about fault, why insurers often undervalue these …

Most drivers understand that alcohol and driving do not mix. Fewer people, especially younger drivers, see marijuana the same way. Yet marijuana can slow reaction time, impair judgment, and make it harder to stay in a lane. When a high driver causes a crash, victims often face serious injuries and a confusing legal path. This …

Atlanta moves a staggering amount of traffic every day. Commuters, freight, game-day crowds, and airport travelers all share the same interstates. Most crashes on those roads come from ordinary mistakes. A reckless driving accident is different, though. When a driver races, weaves at high speed, or turns a car into a weapon, Georgia law treats …

Delivery drivers, sales reps, contractors, and service techs spend hours on Coweta County roads every day. When one of them causes a crash while working, the company behind them may share the blame. Knowing when an employer is liable for a car accident can make a major difference in how much compensation you recover. This …

When a carmaker announces a major recall, class action ads often follow close behind. If a defect contributed to your crash, joining one of those cases may sound like the easiest path. However, a car defect class action rarely serves people who suffered serious injuries. This article explains why, what usually happens to injury claims …

Intersections bring drivers into conflict more than almost anywhere else on the road. Cars cross paths, turn across traffic, and race to beat changing lights. Turning left on a yellow light creates one of the most common and most disputed crash scenarios in Georgia. When an oncoming car strikes a turning vehicle, both drivers often …

Peachtree Industrial Boulevard carries commuters, delivery trucks, and shoppers through the heart of Gwinnett County. The corridor runs through Norcross, Peachtree Corners, Berkeley Lake, Duluth, Suwanee, Sugar Hill, and Buford. Heavy traffic, frequent signals, and constant development make it a demanding road to drive. When a Peachtree Industrial Boulevard accident happens, speed often plays a …