Drivers of other vehicles cause an astonishing number of motorcycle accidents. Even more astounding, more than 80 percent of motorcycle accidents result in the motorcycle rider being injured or killed. Even so, motorcycle accident fatalities are on the decline, dropping to 4,985 deaths, a 5 percent decline from the previous year. If you are suffering […]

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 […]

In one accident, a man was making a left turn on an arrow light that was allegedly blinking yellow. A motorcycle was traveling westbound on the highway and ran into the car. The driver of the vehicle said that the motorcycle was speeding; however, the speed limit in the area is 45 mph. The motorcyclist […]

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 […]

According to the Georgia Department of Transportation, unsafe driving behavior caused 70 percent of the fatalities in vehicle crashes in 2018. Of these, 17 percent were pedestrians. This means that in 2018, 1,514 deaths could have been prevented. In many cases, when someone’s driving behavior is unsafe, you could prevent getting into an accident if […]

If you have suffered injuries as a result of another party’s negligent inaction or actions, Georgia law permits you to sue for damages related to your injuries in civil court. Severe injuries cause physical pain, emotional stress, and financial burden for victims. Taking legal action cannot undo the pain you have suffered and continue to […]

A T-bone accident results when one car strikes another directly in the side, making a “T” shape with the two vehicles. Most often, T-bone accidents occur in intersections, often as a result of one driver failing to stop properly at an intersection. Following a T-bone accident, police officers, attorneys, or insurance companies may need to […]

There’s something calming about just taking a walk down the street and enjoying the beautiful Georgia weather. Not only is walking good for your mental and physical well-being, but it also benefits the environment. However, a disturbing trend in Georgia right now may make many pedestrians reconsider walking from one destination to the next. Over […]

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, […]