If a boating accident happens involving personal injuries or property damage, then it should be reported to the authorities. It’s a good idea to file a report regardless since you might be seriously injured and need this information if you plan to file a personal injury claim. Your lawyer can use these details to identify […]

Many people assume that getting in the car for a quick ride means they can skip buckling up or if they are in the front of the car, that they’ll be protected by the airbags. However, a University of Alabama study disproves this and shows that those who decide not to restrain themselves with the […]

As you head out to enjoy the summer and take more vacation time, it is important to be mindful of the possibility for boating accidents in Georgia. With more than 2,000 miles of tidal shoreline and 100 miles of coastline, in addition to numerous rivers and lakes, Georgia is a popular place for boating. Unfortunately, […]

Being involved in any type of accident is an unnerving experience, but the stakes can be higher if you’re struck by a police car.  You might assume that you might have no defense if you were hit by police car who was going at an extremely fast speed, however, it is in your best interest […]

Distracted driving is a growing epidemic throughout the United States. But unfortunately, although drivers recognize the dangers, they still admit to participating in the behavior on a regular basis. A recent study known as the 2018 Travelers’ Risk Index identifies that there is a significant gap between what people perceive and what they actually do […]

An Insurance Institute for Highway Safety study recently found that drunk driving fatalities could be significantly reduced depending on the state’s interpretation of when ignition interlocks should be used. Ignition interlock devices require a person who has been convicted of DUI to blow into the machine and verify that they are not under the influence […]

A car accident can have many different implications for your life, particularly if you have sustained a catastrophic injury that you are not able to afford on your own. You may need to initiate a personal injury claim with the help of a knowledgeable attorney to help recover all the necessary funds to pay for […]

A University of California at Los Angeles study found that many teenagers were actually more effective and safer behind the wheel than older motorists, even when they were navigating on some of the worst roads throughout the state. 100 novice drivers were used to complete this study. The participants working with an even split for […]

If you know someone who was killed in a vehicle accident and you’re a family member, you may be able to get help from an experienced lawyer to file a wrongful death claim immediately. This could be the only way for the family to pay their bills. Early estimates of the number of fatalities that […]

Responsibilities Over Another Driver In the vast majority of personal injury cases involving vehicles, the critical issue is which driver is at fault for the accident. However, if someone else was operating your vehicle, could you be held liable in a personal injury lawsuit? Knowing your rights and responsibilities under the law is extremely important. […]