According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2,597 people were killed in United States traffic accidents in December 2010. Of those, 775 deaths involved alcohol-impaired drivers. A 2006 study by the NHTSA estimated that there is one drunk driving fatality in the United States every 30 minutes. Georgia’s Driving Under the …
The Impact of Unintentional Injuries
According to the Centers for Disease Control’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death in ages 1-44 years. Furthermore, over 20 million Americans suffer unintentional nonfatal injuries each year. Even if an injury is nonfatal, most of these injuries result in emergency room visits or hospital stays. …
Uninsured Motorist Coverage May Cover Hit and Runs
If you have uninsured motorist coverage, it can cover you in the event you are in an accident with a driver who leaves the scene. Hit and run accidents can leave you with car accident damages such as injuries, property damage and even emotional damages. If you were involved in this type of accident, contact Atlanta personal injury …
The Emotional Impact of Pedestrian Accidents
Emotional Impact of a Gwinnett County Pedestrian Accident I Georgia Pedestrian Accident Attorney After suffering a traumatic Georgia pedestrian accident due to the negligence or even recklessness of a motor vehicle operator, it is natural to experience a flood of conflicting and overwhelming emotions. The emotional impact of a Gwinnett County pedestrian accident may require months, if …
Understanding Georgia Premises Liability Law
Property owners have a duty to ensure the safety of the public when visiting their property. This includes business owners, homeowners, landlords, retailers, property managers and commercial property owners (for example, those who own stores or malls). These entities must keep their properties reasonably safe for use by tenants and customers/patrons. In a Clayton County …
UGA Student Arrested for Underaged Possession and Consumption
According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2,597 people were killed in United States traffic accidents in December 2010. Of those, 775 deaths involved alcohol-impaired drivers. A 2006 study by the NHTSA estimated that there is one drunk driving fatality in the United States every 30 minutes. Georgia’s Driving Under the …
UGA Student, 20, Arrested for Underaged DUI
According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2,597 people were killed in United States traffic accidents in December 2010. Of those, 775 deaths involved alcohol-impaired drivers. A 2006 study by the NHTSA estimated that there is one drunk driving fatality in the United States every 30 minutes. Georgia’s Driving Under the …
How Slip and Falls Can Cause Serious Injuries
The National Safety Council (NSC) indicates that about 9 million people each year are treated in emergency departments for injuries sustained in slip and fall accidents. While slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, a substantial number occur in grocery stores. Because of their inherent characteristics, there are ample opportunities for slip and fall hazards …
How a Trucker’s Log Book Can Affect Negligence in a Lawsuit
The trucker’s log book can play a vital role in determining fault. Although a truck driver accident can stem from a variety of circumstances, one of the things a logbook may be able to show is if fatigue was a factor. These types of cases can get pretty complicated, so speak with the Shane Smith Law in …
Atlanta Truck Driver’s File Can Be Used as Evidence in Accidents
The truck driver qualification file may be used as evidence to determine trucking liability. It is usually a good idea to consult accident attorneys in Atlanta first to learn how you should proceed with this type of case. One can never assume that just because an individual is behind the wheel of a big rig, …
Truck Accidents on Rural Roads
Many rural communities rely on large trucks to deliver goods to stock the shelves of their stores and shops. This means that many large commercial trucks regularly travel for miles on rural highways, instead of on the interstates. Rural roads pose many more risks and dangers of accidents than interstate highways and accidents are very …
How Truck Accidents Increase Over the Holidays
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports an increase in all traffic accidents on and around holidays. Some of the most dangerous days of the year on the roads were New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Truck accidents are no different, as they also tend to spike during …
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