Garbage trucks and dump trucks are often more dangerous than trailer trucks and box trucks, because they are often taller, carry more weight over less space, and carry loose cargo in the beds. Gravel and sand could fly out of a dump truck as it is driving down the road. Trash could also fly out […]

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the agency responsible for regulating the trucking industry, reports that well over 300,000 truck crashes each year result in injuries as well as a few thousand fatalities. This includes truck accidents that occur each year across Georgia and Gwinnett County. If you have been in a truck accident, […]

Many homeowners fail to realize just how many potential hazards exist around their homes. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to minimize those hazards and keep you and your family safer. With these tips, you can avoid many of the most common hazards in your home. Tip #1: Install handrails around your stairs and […]

Driving Over the Speed Limit Causes 26 Percent of all Fatal Accidents Fatal accidents on the roadways occur for a variety of reasons. However, certain driving behaviors more commonly cause accidents than others. Driving at excessive speeds is not only a major contributor to car collisions, but also a leading cause of accident fatalities. However, […]

The aftermath of one car accident may look like another, but the circumstances surrounding them are rarely the same. Fault, insurance policies, and court awards can all vary depending on the specific situation. While no one can guarantee the exact value of a case, an injured party may be able to roughly estimate the amount […]

Commercial trucks are in the business of transporting products and merchandise. The trucking industry provides a vital service, but being involved in an accident with a large truck can be devastating. No amount of compensation can bring back lost loved ones, or negate the pain and loss of a serious injury. Personal injury truck accident […]

People who drive while impaired by alcohol cause accidents. Nationwide, 28 percent of all accidents involve people impaired by alcohol, defined as having a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 or higher. In Georgia, the percentage is slightly higher, at 29 percent. Consumption of alcohol causes impaired judgment, slowed reflexes, and lack of concentration, all […]

If you have a neck injury and someone else caused it, you might need a personal injury lawyer. But you are not alone. Over three million people suffer neck injuries every year in the United States. In 2018, 570 individuals with spinal cord injuries were treated in Georgia hospitals. Car crashes (primarily rear-impact collisions) cause […]

Unintentional injuries are the third leading cause of death in the United States. These deaths cause significant emotional and financial suffering for those left behind, particularly when caused by someone else’s careless or reckless actions. A fatality caused by someone else’s negligent or intentional actions is known as wrongful death. Of course, all deaths feel wrong […]

You might never think about common trucks on the road unless you hear a country song extolling big rigs, like “18 Wheels and a Dozen Roses” or “Roll On (18 Wheeler).” Even then, you may pay more attention to the melody than to the subject matter. But drivers of all vehicles would do well to […]