Nearly one year ago, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposed new limits on Hours of Service for commercial drivers. The Hours of Service are the legal amount of time drivers, including semi-truck drivers and bus drivers, can spend consecutively behind the wheel. The FMCSA believes that the new limits will improve highway safety …
Why You Should Restrain Your Pets
The insurance company AAA recently completed a survey of 1,000 dog owners who drove with their pets in the car. Eighty-three percent of these pet owners said they knew it was a good idea to restrain their dog while riding in a car, but only 16 percent said they currently use a pet restraint. Why don’t …
How a Truck Accident Lawyer Can Help After an Accident
After a car accident involving a truck, you may be wondering if the truck driver can be held liable. Finding legal counsel should be your next step. You could start your search for an Atlanta trucking accident attorney by contacting the Georgia Bar directory or conducting an online search. You will need someone who has experience …
How Delivery Truck Accidents are Different From Other Commercial Accidents
Any accident with a large truck may be serious and may cause severe injuries to victims. If the accident occurred because of a truck driver’s negligence, the victims deserve to be fully compensated for their medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any other losses. In order to receive a settlement, the victim must …
Clayton County Car Accident Impacts
Georgia auto accident victims may receive prompt settlement offers from the at-fault driver’s insurance company. A victim should not accept a check from the at-fault driver or his insurance company as this may be interpreted as a settlement acceptance and may prevent the victim from receiving additional compensation. A victim should consult with a Clayton …
Common Causes of SUV Rollover Accidents in Peachtree
Injured in a rollover crash? A Peachtree City auto accident lawyer can help determine if it was caused by the negligence of someone else. If so, you could be eligible to file an injury claim for the damages you suffered. SUVs have a greater chance of rolling over in a crash. This is partly because of the …
Man Dies in Gwinnett County Semi Truck Accident
A man is dead after an underride collision with a semi-truck in Gwinnett County. The accident occurred on the evening of Tuesday, November 23rd on University Parkway at Hurricane Trail in Dacula. Fifty-two-year-old Mark Johnson of Roswell was driving his BMW X3 west on University Parkway when a tractor-trailer heading east turned left in front of him. …
Finding a Repair Shop After a Car Accident in Atlanta
If your vehicle has been damaged in an Atlanta car crash, you may be wondering how you can find a reliable auto body repair shop that can get your car back on the road and looking like it has never been in a Georgia accident. Here are a few guidelines to consider when choosing an Atlanta auto repair …
How You May Be Protected Despite Policy Exclusions
After six years of steady declines the number of traffic fatalities increased in the first nine months of 2012. A report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated that 25,580 people died in auto accidents from January through September compared to 23,884 during the same period in 2011. Consulting a Clayton County attorney …
Georgia Trucking Companies May be Liable for Insufficient Background Checks
Trucking companies and truck drivers are subject to complicated federal and state laws and regulations. An experienced Clayton County truck accident attorney can evaluate how the laws apply to a victim’s case. The Law Office of Shane Smith can help preserve essential evidence and help victims receive compensation from the truck driver, the trucking company …
Internal Injuries in Georgia Truck Accidents
One the many injuries that can be sustained during an Atlanta trucking accident is internal bleeding. This is also very commonly seen in people who are hurt in a car accident. If you suffer from internal bleeding after any type of auto accident, call a car accident lawyer in Atlanta to see if you qualify to file a claim for …
Georgia Car Accident Statistics By Age
Georgia car accident statistics offer a look at fatal auto accidents based on age. The national fatal motor vehicle accident statistics also give a broader overview of these tragic accidents. Young adults lead the way in both number of fatal accidents, as well as fatal accident rate. Auto Accidents Based on Age: National Statistics According …
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