As people become more reliant on technology, law enforcement is learning how to investigate crimes with online data. AP News reported that in the U.S., tech companies now have more than three times the amount of police requests for user information than they did back...
DUI Defense
Does your safety in a car depend on where you sit?
Most people believe that a car's back seat offers the most significant protection in an accident. Although this is a valid assumption in some instances, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety provides a more complex picture of car rider safety. Car passenger...
What is Joshua’s Law?
A driver's license means independence for many, especially teenagers. Recently, Georgia enacted legislation to keep the roads safer by requiring 17-year-olds to complete driver's education classes before getting a license. Joshua's Law not only raises the age for...
DUI charges and implied consent
As in other states, when you get a driver’s license in Georgia the law assumes that you have agreed to take a breath, blood or urine test if an officer believes you are under the influence. The legal term for this is “implied consent”. Under implied consent, refusing...
What is a false confession?
While it sounds illogical, many people do confess to crimes they did not commit. According to data from the National Registry of Exonerations reported by The Appeal, about 20% of exonerated individuals reportedly made a false confession resulting in a conviction....
Should I stop eating while driving?
By far, one of the most common forms of distracted driving is eating behind the wheel. Eating behind the wheel is insidious because it is so common and many Americans believe that it is not dangerous at all. The reality is that this is far from the truth. According to...
What unique problems do trucks face on the road?
You may notice a variety of truck accidents while driving on the road. Big rigs or 18-wheelers can often flip over and cause a devastating crash. The massive size of these vehicles can cause a sizeable amount of damage, due to their tough handling and other unique...
Car crashes involving teens increase during “100 Deadliest Days”
During the summertime, when more teenagers are out of school and on the roads, car crash risks increase for individuals across all age groups. The span of time between Memorial Day and Labor Day is such a dangerous time to be on the road that safety advocates began...
How much does a Georgia DUI raise auto insurance?
A Georgia drunk driving conviction leads to a series of serious penalties. Some of these penalties are criminal in nature and might include fines and possible jail time, among others. Other repercussions associated with a conviction for driving under the influence are...
The mental toll of burn injuries: Is it real?
If you live with a burn injury, you may also live with emotional stress and instability. You may wonder, is that normal? According to the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center, psychological distress after a burn injury is a real phenomenon. Though most burn...