Many Americans assume that few people would ever knowingly take financial advantage of those who serve in the military – especially while they’re deployed. Unfortunately, human greed respects few boundaries. Fortunately, our government has tried to provide our service men and women with special, enhanced consumer protections in light of their unique vulnerabilities, especially while …
How Defective Design Causes Accidents
Any type of motor vehicle accident can be dangerous and cause serious injury. Some types of accidents, however, have the ability to commonly cause much more serious injuries than others. One particularly dangerous type of car accident is the rollover accident. A rollover accident occurs when one or more vehicles roll onto their sides, roofs, …
Attempted Highway Crossing Leads to Pedestrian Accident
According to the United States Department of Transportation data an average of over 60,000 pedestrians are injured in the United States each year. The Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) published a study that indicated the actual number of pedestrian injuries is likely much higher as reported data only includes injuries sustained in accidents with …
Georgia Wrongful Death Statistics
According to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 126,438 unintentional injury deaths in 2010; this was the fifth highest cause of death in the United States. By comparison, there were 33,783 auto accident deaths.Georgia wrongful death lawyer Shane Smith can help a victim’s family receive compensation for their loss.The …
New Bike Lanes Created on Ponce de Leon
Many people in the Atlanta area use bicycles, both as a mode of transportation as well as for recreation. While many Atlanta streets are equipped with bicycle lanes, even more are not. Research indicates that bicycle lanes improve bicyclist and motorist safety, encourage more people to ride bicycles, stimulates the local economy, and has a …
Car Seat Safety Recommendations
As parents, there is no cargo that we regularly carry in our vehicles as important and precious as our young children. Though safety for young children in vehicles has improved dramatically over the years, there is still a lot we can do to protect them from serious injuries and death. A properly maintained and installed …
DUI Driver Switches Seat With Passenger
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 Dangers of Flatbed Truck Accidents
There are several different types of large commercial trucks that travel the roads and freeways of Georgia and the United States, in general, every single day. The type of truck needed for each individual trip often depends on the type of cargo that particular driver is transporting. While boxed up cargo and smaller items may fit …
How Mechanical Failure Can Cause Car Accidents
Millions of car accidents occur every year, ranging from minor fender benders to more serious accidents that have the potential to result in serious injuries and property damage. Accidents that are caused because of someone else’s negligent act or omission entitle victims to recover for their losses from the person or party that caused their …
Why You Should Avoid Aggressive Driving
Every driver finds him or herself in a frustrating situation on the road. Whether another motor vehicle is blocking an intersection, not practicing proper merging etiquette, or driving slower than the speed limit when you are in a hurry, it is easy to become angry at other drivers on the road. However, it is extremely …
Georgia Repeat Offender Arrested for 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 Influence …
Improper Supervision at Daycare Centers
Choosing a daycare is an extremely important decision for every parent. Deciding who you can trust to watch your child every day while you are at work can be stressful and complicated. However, once you carefully choose a daycare, you naturally expect that you can trust that they will take good care of your child. …
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