Have you ever driven by a traffic stop on the side of the road or highway? Sometimes, you’ll see a police officer putting a suspect through tests of coordination that seem odd if you don’t know what you’re looking at. These are known as field sobriety tests (FSTs),...
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Month: September 2020
Who is liable for shopping carts that become tripping hazards?
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 28, 2020 | Premises Liability
Retail establishments like stores and restaurants have a duty to maintain premises that are as safe as they reasonably can be for customers. These environments are always changing as people move through the space, and hazards are often created by other customers....
NHTSA Expands Child Car Seat Testing Efforts
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 26, 2020 | Car Accidents
It sounds cliché, but it is nonetheless true. If you are a parent, the most “precious cargo” you’ll ever carry around in your vehicle is your child or children. Most of us shudder to think about being involved in a car accident with our kids in the car, and we try to...
The Common Health Problem Responsible For Many Truck Accidents
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 26, 2020 | Truck Accidents
It is a sad fact that truck accidents on U.S. roads are far too common. Accidents involving large trucks kill more than 4,000 people per year – almost always occupants of smaller vehicles. And while there are numerous preventable causes of truck crashes, one of the...
Possession of marijuana can carry serious penalties in Georgia
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 25, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Since many states have decriminalized or legalized marijuana, you may think little of using it in Georgia. The state does allow medical users to possess small amounts of low THC oil. And some cities – like Atlanta and Savannah – have decriminalized low-level...
Caught driving drunk underage? Here are some things to know.
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 24, 2020 | Criminal Defense
It may seem like no big deal to go to a house party, have a few beers and go home, especially when you are in college or in the workforce. But, if you are under 21, the consequences of drunk driving are even more serious, and the repercussions will not end with a...
What are your options for recourse after a drunk driver hits you?
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 24, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
The willful negligence of drunk drivers contributes to untold pain, both to the body and to the wallet. If a drunk driver collided with you, you may be facing exorbitant medical bills for treating your injuries. Depending on the accident, you might have lingering...
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