Alpharetta Georgia Personal Injury Law Blog
These tips could help riders prevent serious motorcycle wrecks
Motorcycles have a reputation as being a dangerous means of transportation. However, this stereotype is more about the lack of protection for the rider rather than the motorcycles themselves. By taking certain precautions, those who ride motorcycles in the state of...
Who can file a wrongful death suit in Georgia?
The loss of a loved one can be hard for families to overcome, no matter how young or old the deceased person was at the time of their death. Under Ga. Code Sec. 51-4-1, parties typically have two years from the death of the decedent to file wrongful death claim to...
Helpful interstate driving advice to avoid motor vehicle wrecks
Those who reside and travel through the state of Georgia are privileged to have access to a network of interstate highways. These highways allow for quick and convenient travel to cities throughout the state. However, interstates here also see high volumes of traffic...
Drowsy truckers pose a serious threat on Georgia’s highways
Truckers in Georgia spend long hours on the road, and their employers often provide financial incentives to those who make as many deliveries as possible as quickly as possible. However, these factors combined can lead to drowsy driving and truck wrecks. The following...
Truck wreck-related deaths are on the rise
The automotive industry is continuously making advancements in motor vehicle safety technology. Rear-view cameras, side airbags, and stronger car frames have all helped save countless lives in car wrecks. Despite these advancements in technology, not all types of...
Dekalb County car crash kills one
A car wreck apparently involving a pedestrian occurred on Memorial Drive in Atlanta last Thursday morning. The westbound lanes of Memorial Drive were shut down on Thursday morning while DeKalb County police conducted an investigation into the car wreck. Shortly before...
Father killed in a wreck blamed on a drunk driver
Motorcycles are very popular in the state of Georgia, and for good reason. Not only are they fun to ride, but they are economical and easy to maintain. However, since motorcyclists are exposed and minimally protected, traveling via motorcycle is less safe than...
Is technology keeping us safer on Georgia roads?
Motor vehicles today are more technologically advanced than ever before. Alerts warn us of objects in our blind spots; sophisticated infotainment systems facilitate communication at the touch of a button; automated features make it seem like a car could almost drive...
Vehicle safety dropped in 2020
The stay-at-home during the pandemic emptied roads in 2020 but motorists fell to the temptations of driving faster and engaging in other reckless behavior. Fatalities from motor vehicle wrecks and other disturbing trends rose last year according to a recent report by...
Father tragically killed in a wreck caused by a drunk driver
It goes without saying that driving under the influence of alcohol is one of the most dangerous and reckless things a person can do. Despite public awareness campaigns and tireless law enforcement efforts, drunk driving continues to be a problem that plagues the state...
