An auto accident could inflict severe injuries on those involved. Even individuals who walk away with minor injuries might find their vehicle totaled. Seeking an insurance settlement, be it through a liability claim or an uninsured motorist claim, could may the...
Year: 2021
Do truck drivers go too fast for road conditions?
Truck drivers could find themselves running behind schedule, a problem that might greatly upset those expecting a delivery. Rushing to arrive at a Georgia destination comes with many risks. Driving over the speed limit increases the chances of an accident. Driving too...
The dangers of cognitive distraction while driving
When some people think about distracted driving, they might imagine someone who is not looking at the road or who takes their hands off the wheel. While these are both types of distractions, it is possible to also be distracted even when you are not doing either of...
Are hands-free devices still distracting drivers?
All state legislatures across the nation have modified their laws regarding distracted driving over the past decade. While most states have made texting while driving the only offense allowing for a citation, some states like Georgia have set the bar at no hand-held...
Important facts about truck accidents
For all of the safety improvements that have been made to vehicles over the past few years, truck accidents remain a major safety threat on the road in Georgia and across the country. Here is a look at the trends that drivers in Valdosta should know about. Truck...
Could pedestrians file uninsured motorist claims?
Pedestrians might suffer massive injuries after an accident involving a motor vehicle. Even a so-called "minor injury" could leave someone with significant emergency room bills. Auto liability insurance provides accident victims with a way to recover financial losses...
New technology claims to detect when a truck driver is falling asleep
Federal regulations set strict limits on how many hours truck drivers can work per day. The purpose is to give drivers time to sleep and reduce the risk of serious truck accidents due to drowsy driving. While these regulations shape trucking companies' official...
Why are pedestrian fatalities on the rise in the U.S.?
Whether you walk out of necessity or for pure enjoyment, you should take steps to protect yourself on foot. After all, in 2018, pedestrian fatalities reached a 28-year high in the U.S. That year, more than 6,000 walkers, joggers and runners lost their lives in...
Debunking common myths about car accident claims
Many Georgia residents who receive minor to moderate injuries in an auto accident do not pursue financial damages for their physical suffering. While most understand they could be eligible for insurance payments, they do not do so due to certain myths associated with...
Commercial truck speed limiter bill gaining traction
All motorists who speed in Georgia pose a threat to you and everyone else on the road. Yet, when those speeding are also sitting behind the wheel of large commercial trucks, they become even more of a highway hazard. Safety advocates have long argued that there is a...