The final numbers from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, confirmed that in 2019, overall traffic fatalities continued trending downward. The NHTSA concludes that just under 36,100 people died on the country’s roads in 2019, which is a 2%...
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Georgia truck crashes: Literally, a big accident catalyst
by Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Dec 9, 2020 | Car Accidents
Spotlighting negative traffic-linked news relevant to south central Georgia and other parts of the state is of course not a pleasant task. Vehicle crash data does comprise important subject matter, though; the personal injury toll from motor vehicle accidents is a...
What are your windows for pursuing compensation after a crash?
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Nov 12, 2020 | Car Accidents
After sustaining injuries in an auto accident, you likely sought medical treatment immediately. Yet, you may have yet to proceed with filing an insurance claim or taking legal action against the at-fault motorist. If this is the case, you may worry whether you are...
Holiday driving tips for senior drivers
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Nov 5, 2020 | Car Accidents
As the holiday season approaches, many people are starting to make their travel arrangements to celebrate with family and friends. However, whether you're planning on staying in Georgia or crossing state lines, older drivers need to take extra precautions when...
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...
Taking your distractions from three to zero behind the wheel
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Aug 18, 2020 | Car Accidents
Car accidents happen all the time because drivers simply aren’t paying attention. But if you take actions to cut out your own distractions, then your alertness might help prevent a fatal crash. Almost all fatal car accidents that happen in Georgia are because of...
Support your teenagers to avoid car accidents
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Feb 9, 2018 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
Car accident risks abound in Georgia, and teenagers are one of the most at-risk segment of the population when it comes to auto-related deaths and catastrophic injuries. Some analysts believe that teens are more at risk because they're inexperienced behind the wheel,...
3 things to do after a car accident
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Dec 12, 2017 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
Imagine driving to your favorite store in Valdosta for some retail therapy after a long week at work. As you come to a stop behind other cars at the intersection, the car behind you does not. Now your car vaguely resembles an accordion and you halve a range of...
Common expenses associated with serious car wrecks
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Nov 10, 2017 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
Simply having your own car is a major source of expenditures. You have to pay for the car, as well as its registration. That means you also have to pay for liability insurance for when you drive. There's also gas, oil and filter changes and other regular maintenance...
What if the police make a mistake in their report?
On Behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 11, 2017 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
Georgia police aren't perfect when they're tending to an accident scene. There have been many cases in which police officers assigned fault to the wrong person. When this happens, the wrong person will be liable for injuries and damages. Because a police officer could...
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