While there were not as many drivers on Georgia’s roadways in 2020, the number of pedestrians dying on them increased nonetheless. Last year was a particularly deadly one for pedestrians, with pedestrian road deaths rising both in Georgia and at the national level....
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Georgia’s work zone crash deaths doubled in recent years
No one likes to encounter a construction zone when traveling for work or leisure, but you would be wise to slow down and exercise vigilance when navigating them. Georgia’s work zones present numerous hazards, making them common sites for crashes involving injuries and...
How can I get my license reinstated after DUI?
You can receive several penalties if convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) in Georgia. Along with jail time and fines, license suspension will also occur. Not having a valid license affects you personally and professionally. It can also land you in further...
Does a second or third Georgia DUI mean jail time?
Facing a charge of driving under the influence in Georgia may have you concerned about having to spend time behind bars. This may prove especially true if you already have a conviction for drunk driving in your driving history. According to the Georgia Governor’s...
New data shows large trucks continue to pose major road risks
From significant blind spots and heavy or uneven loads to driver fatigue or inattention, there are often major risks when sharing the road with large commercial trucks, especially for drivers and occupants of much smaller passenger vehicles. According to the Insurance...
Can inattentional blindness affect you?
Distracted driving comes in many forms. Some, like texting while driving, get a lot of press attention. Other forms remain lesser known. This in and of itself causes a potential problem, because drivers cannot prepare as easily for more obscure issues. This is one of...
What happens after a limb amputation?
If you lost a limb after a serious motor vehicle accident, your road to recovery may be a long one. According to Healthline, in the United States, over 1 million people have a limb amputation, with the leg being the most removed limb. In general, if you have to go...
How can I drive safely around commercial vehicles?
Commercial vehicles operate differently from regular passenger vehicles. Due to the size of commercial vehicles like trucks and buses, they require much more time to be able to stop. While seeing lots of trucks and buses on America's highways is the sign of a good...
Driver automation systems raise safety concerns
A study initiated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) says drivers who gain trust in partially automated systems, such as adaptive cruise control, often engage with electronic devices and take their hands off the steering wheel while driving. The IIHS...
How may I keep the family house after a divorce?
Georgia's divorce laws require an equitable distribution of property, which means dividing your marital assets fairly with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. If you wish to take ownership of your shared residence, you may need to negotiate a fair buyout or apply for a new...