Lagrange Personal Injury Lawyer, Shane Smith, was recently hired to help SC who was hurt in a Lagrange car accident, which is in Troup County. SC was hurt and needed to see a doctor. Stephen J. Cain also decided they needed a Lagrange Personal Injury Lawyer to help them against the insurance company. Stephen J. Cain …
Police Report Shows Increase in Pedestrian Deaths
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), pedestrian accidents account for 11 percent of all fatalities involving motor vehicles. The NHTSA reports that a pedestrian is killed approximately every 100 minutes. If you are injured a Clayton County pedestrian accident attorney at Shane Smith Law can review the incident and advise you of your legal …
Why Buford Highway is Dangerous for Pedestrians
There are certain locations in every city that are particularly dangerous for pedestrians. It goes without saying that the more people crossing the street in dense, high-traffic areas like downtown, the higher their chances of being struck by cars. Even those who use crosswalks are sometimes hit by turning motor vehicles. However, downtown Atlanta isn’t …
Pedestrian Accidents Increase in Atlanta
According to United States Department of Transportation data an average of over 60,000 pedestrians are injured in accidents with vehicles in the United States each year. The Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) published a study that showed most pedestrian injuries occur at night. If you are injured Shane Smith Law can review the incident and …
East Atlanta Homeless Man Killed in Pedestrian Hit and Run
A homeless man died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in east Atlanta. Clerance Sellers was known by others in the East Atlanta village neighborhood as “Pop”. He was well liked in the neighborhood and did odd jobs and lawn work in order to earn money. The Atlanta pedestrian accident occurred on Friday night, July 23. Sellers …
Safety Tips for Avoiding Pedestrian Accidents
Auto accidents can cause serious injury to both drivers and passengers. However, perhaps one of the most dangerous situations is when a motor vehicle hits a pedestrian. The average sedan in America weighs around 3,000 pounds, and vans or sport utility vehicles weigh an average of 5,000 pounds. Considering that a pedestrian generally has zero …
