Driving while drunk is banned in Georgia for the safety of all road users. Persons found alcohol-impaired behind the wheel face serious penalties, which can even affect their entire lives. Still, thousands of people put their lives, and others, at risk by driving when...
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Spouses filing a wrongful death claim
In Georgia, spouses can file a wrongful death claim on behalf of their deceased spouse. If the claim elements are valid, the courts can rule their favor and award damages to the surviving spouse. Wrongful death cases might or might not have a jury trial. Many cases...
Timelines and truck accident claims
When a semi-truck crashes into another vehicle, the devastation might be severe. A tractor-trailer’s size may inflict incredible damage and cost people their lives. Several cars may suffer in a collision with a single truck on a Georgia road, resulting in many...
Truck accident fatalities increased in 2020
The year 2020 saw a major increase in the total number of truck accident fatalities in Georgia. This rise was also reflected in other states across the U.S. The total number of fatalities due to truck accidents recorded in 2020 was 4,014. This was 28% higher than the...
What happens if you are paralyzed in a car accident?
According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, vehicle collisions cause about 1/3 of all injuries that cause paralysis. Being paralyzed makes it challenging to make a living or perform daily tasks and alters the course of a person's life. Types of...
Georgia truck accident lawsuits: What you need to know
Getting involved in an accident with a truck driver in Georgia brings unique challenges that can make the process of getting your claim somewhat confusing. You should know that the driver may not be the only party responsible for what happened. Long-haul trucker laws...
Wrongful death attorney characteristics to explore
Losing someone you love in Georgia by no fault of their own can be difficult to process. It's possible that you could file a wrongful death claim in order to obtain compensation for everything from medical bills that have been incurred to funeral expenses. Here are a...
Georgia sees upsurge in railway collisions
Georgia has recently seen an unfortunate surge in the number of collisions between cars and trains. The number of highway rail-grade crossing accidents that took place in 2021 has been set at 2,131. This is a major upsurge that places Georgia third behind only Texas...
Signs of a traumatic brain injury
If you have been in an accident, then it is possible that you have experienced some injuries. If you have hurt your head, then it is possible that you have sustained a traumatic brain injury. This kind of injury can be serious and can have lasting repercussions....
Legal drugs and DUI charges
Anyone who drinks and drives may face serious charges in a Georgia courtroom. The same might be true when the person is under the influence of illegal drugs. Those who think that they won't face any charges when using prescription drugs could be sorely mistaken. Both...