Alpharetta Georgia Personal Injury Law Blog
Motor vehicle wrecks: Driver flees fatal crash
Unfortunately, it is becoming more and more hazardous to operate a motor vehicle these days. It’s obvious that populations are increasing across the state of Georgia, causing roadways to become more crowded than ever. Higher numbers of vehicles sharing the same...
Who is liable after a truck wreck?
Wrecks involving commercial trucks are among the most catastrophic. Often, victims suffer severe injuries; many do not survive. They and their families can wind up paying for massive medical bills, lost wages and funeral expenses. On top of this, many people...
Are you suffering from a traumatic brain injury?
After getting in a wreck with a commercial truck or another vehicle, you may consider yourself lucky to walk away with only scrapes and bruises. The fact of the matter is that you may have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) without even realizing it. When a...
Not every helmet will protect your safety.
Helmets can offer significant protection from traumatic brain injuries and other severe damage in a wreck. It is easy to see why Georgia law requires motorcyclists and their passengers to wear a helmet when on the road. However, the protection that those helmets offer...
Pedestrian deaths in Georgia wrecks
Many residents in Georgia cherish the ability to go for a morning run or an after-dinner walk with their family and dog. While these activities are generally considered to be good for one's health, they can expose people to risks when navigating roads filled with...
Does hands-free tech contribute to crashes?
Georgia drivers like you are always seeking ways to make driving a safe activity. Avoiding distractions is one way to do it. But sometimes, you cannot easily avoid these distractions. For example, many people use handheld devices as GPS or navigational systems. So...
Car wrecks are still a leading danger to children
For decades, experts were outspoken about car wrecks being one of the top causes of death for small children. Since then, legislatures have been diligent in implementing laws that aim to protect children in vehicles and lower the number of deaths. According to the...
Underride collisions are often deadly and typically preventable
Any car wreck that involves a passenger vehicle and a commercial truck probably causes substantial damage to the smaller vehicle. In many cases, commercial trucking crashes can also result in life-altering or fatal injuries for the people in the smaller passenger...
What does TBI recovery look like?
Car accidents can lead to devastating and catastrophic injuries. Among these injuries include traumatic brain injuries or TBIs. If you have a loved one who suffered from a TBI, his or her recovery may seem uncertain. According to MSKTC, the recovery process may look...
What happens when a loved one succumbs to old car crash injuries?
People die in car crashes every day, often leaving behind people who love and depend on them. Some of those people die right at the scene of the crash, while others may suffer severe injuries that cause ongoing medical issues. Sudden deaths can be harder for a family...
