When more than one driver is at fault for an accident, comparative negligence in U-turn car accidents determines each party’s degree of fault and who will recover compensation based on the 50% bar rule. If you were partially at fault for an accident, contact an Atlanta car accident lawyer as soon as possible to determine …
Transportation experts tend to agree that flying is one of the safest ways to travel. There are fewer airplane crashes than cars, trains, buses, or other motor vehicles. Furthermore, federal regulations and precautions have made flying safer than ever before. However, many people do not consider some other risks of flying, such as in-flight personal …
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 …
While distracted driving is never safe, one could argue that it is particularly dangerous when you are driving an 80,000-pound truck down the interstate at 70 miles per hour or more. Unfortunately, potential driver distractions abound, and commercial truck drivers are not immune to them. Cell phone use has recently become a serious issue in …
Distracted driving accidents killed 3,092 people in 2010 according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. It is estimated that an additional 416,000 people were injured in automobile crashes involving a distracted driver. Consulting a Coweta County attorney after an auto accident involving a distracted driver enhances a victim’s ability to receive a reasonable settlement. If you have been injured …
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets out strict regulations that all commercial truck drivers and trucking companies must follow. Such regulations address a wide variety of subjects, from requirements for a commercial driver’s license to random alcohol and drug testing to health evaluations for drivers. If a driver or company violates any of …
Distracted driving is a common type of negligence in many crashes, and 10 destructive behaviors that may cause a car accident include using the radio, using a GPS, texting, and speaking on the phone. While some forms of distracted driving are more well-known than others, anything that takes a driver’s eyes off the road for …
In the article “Georgia Car Accident Victims: Beware of Car Repair Scams,” Peachtree accident lawyer Shane Smith discusses common car repair scams that may affect accident victims. If you are charged an unreasonable amount for your car repairs, there is a chance that your insurance company may refuse to pay. Even worse, repairs that are done …
In order to operate a commercial vehicle, there are qualifications that drivers must meet. To learn how this could impact your case and trucking liability, contact accident lawyers in Atlanta today. Physical Qualifications That Must Be Met The following are some of the physical qualifications that must be met for an individual to perform the duties of …
When looking at auto accidents based on age, the leading cause of death for teens is motor vehicle crashes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), every day in the U.S. in 2010 there was an average of seven deaths caused by accidents for teens between the ages of 16 and 19. Did …
Accepting or rejecting a car accident settlement can mean the difference between receiving a fair settlement and leaving money on the table, which is why you should have a Charlotte car accident lawyer review your offer and determine what factors you should take into consideration before making a decision. They can also help you negotiate …
A collision on I-285 west of downtown Atlanta left two people suffering serious eye injuries. The Atlanta car wreck occurred around 2:40 p.m. on Sunday, August 22. Katherine Jackson was driving north on I-285 near the exit for Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW when she lost control of her vehicle and struck the median. The impact caused the …
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