Imagine going to prison for assaulting an officer of the law – except you did nothing except have some bad drugs in your possession. Far too many people don’t have to imagine this scenario thanks to a troubling myth that has taken on epic proportions in law...
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When the rubber hits the road: Unraveling liability in Georgia truck accidents
Georgia's bustling interstates and highways witness a constant flow of commercial trucks transporting goods vital to our economy. However, sharing the road with these massive vehicles can be a daunting experience. The sheer size and weight of trucks significantly...
What can you seek in a wrongful death lawsuit?
The financial burden of unexpectedly losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence can compound the emotional toll on the surviving family. You may struggle to make ends meet due to the sudden loss of income or support. In such circumstances, a wrongful death...
Eyewitnesses are not consistently accurate
Many eyewitnesses have absolutely no reason to lie and honestly believe that they are telling the truth. The eyewitness may simply have been a bystander at the scene of the crime. The police are conducting an investigation and they want to know what happened – and if...
Do you know where the blind spots on a truck are?
Driving around a truck requires unique techniques. This is primarily due to its weight, height and size. And one of the things to keep in mind is blind spots. Trucks have larger blind spots than passenger cars. Here are four areas they are located: Immediately in...
The neuroscience behind teenage crimes
Most adults will agree: we’ve done some bad things in our youth. Tales of pushing boundaries and risky behavior are common themes at many class reunions. And while some people may want to blame poor parenting or peer pressure, it’s also true that a teenager’s brain is...
Why black box data is important after truck crashes
Truck crashes often result in severe injuries, extensive property damage and complex legal cases. Data from a truck's black box can be consequential when it comes to resolving insurance disputes and lawsuits. Also known as an Event Data Recorder (EDR), this device...
3 catastrophic facial injuries from car accidents
Car accidents have been known to cause various debilitating injuries to those involved. However, the face is seldom mentioned when talking about car accident injuries. During a car accident, the victim’s face could suffer different types of injuries such as the...
Can you clear your name from a false sex crime accusation?
Unfounded allegations of sexual misconduct can arise in various situations, such as divorce proceedings, custody battles, post-breakup scenarios and within the workplace. These baseless accusations can severely damage one’s reputation, career and mental well-being....
Fatal car accidents are now on the decline
For a few years, fatal car accidents in the United States were trending upward. They had dropped down below 40,000 annual fatalities, but there was a spike in 2020 and 2021 that pushed the numbers back up significantly. Part of the reason for this was a reduction in...