Federal hours of service regulations restrict the amount of time that truck drivers in Georgia and around the country can remain behind the wheel before rest becomes mandatory, but they are often flouted. A 2010 study conducted by the National Institute for...
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What are sex crimes and how are they defined by the law?
Just like other states, Georgia takes sex crimes very seriously. As such, a person who is suddenly facing charges for one of those crimes needs a strong defense to prove their innocence. It’s important to know about these crimes and how they’re defined by law. What...
What are things to consider regarding wrongful death lawsuits?
Nothing may hurt worse than losing a loved one due to an unexpected and avoidable incident. Accidents could take someone's life, and such incidents might involve motor vehicles or work-related tragedies. Medical malpractice takes people's lives in Georgia as well....
Biomechanics may aid in the investigation of a truck-car accident
If you are the victim of a collision with an 18-wheeler, your injuries may be severe, and you may face a lifetime of care. A thorough investigation will help to determine what happened. Your legal team may call upon reconstruction and biomechanics experts to assist....
The most common causes of wrongful death in Georgia
A person who dies due to the thoughtless actions of others can be compensated in court. Filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Georgia is one option. It's important to learn why wrongful deaths occur in the first place and what the most frequent causes are. Automobile...
Are my kids safe when in their car seats?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) promotes Child Passenger Safety Week in September, officially running from September 19 through the 25. The agency encourages parents and guardians to use this time to review their children’s car seat use and...
The latest data on fatal truck accidents
Driving near large trucks in Georgia can be scary sometimes. Although our country needs commercial trucks to make important deliveries, the sheer size of tractor-trailers makes them an inherent road hazard. Every year, thousands of people are killed and injured in...
Are truckers more likely to cause a distracted driving accident?
Consumers across the nation rely on truckers to move goods and materials across incredible distances in a short amount of time. Unfortunately, these professional drivers are not immune to the temptation of passing the time or multitasking while behind the wheel....
How deadly are red light accidents?
Drivers don't always follow fundamental traffic laws, leading to avoidable accidents on Georgia roads. While some may never go through a stop sign, they might not hesitate about running a red light. When a vehicle approaches an intersection just as the light turns...
Study looks at making police lineups more reliable
While eyewitness evidence can often be a crucial element in a criminal trial, it also has proven to be unreliable in many cases, with DNA evidence leading to some convictions being overturned. Efforts to make eyewitness identification, including police lineups, more...