As a motorcyclist, you will know about the inherent risks that come with riding a motorcycle. In the event of a collision, motorcyclists have very little protection in comparison to drivers of vehicles. This is why motorcyclists are more susceptible to serious...
Fighting For The Rights Of Georgia’s Injured For Decades
The Stefanie Drake Burford Law Group
After truck accidents, it is important to contact an attorney
Large trucks are a part of life in Marietta and throughout Georgia. Because these vehicles cart items and equipment from one place to another, they are a vital part of a healthy economy and provide jobs. In short, they will always be necessary. That, however, does not...
Roadside workers frequent victims of accidents
When there is road work in Georgia, workers are often in danger from drivers who do not adhere to the warnings to slow down. When there is an accident, these workers are vulnerable to serious injuries and fatalities. In some instances, the driver will compound the...
Road aggression a major cause of Georgia motor vehicle accidents
For Georgia drivers, the common risks on the road tend to be inattentive drivers, drivers under the influence of alcohol, and drowsy drivers. Aggressive driving is also dangerous, but it does not get the same amount of attention as other issues. However, as a new...
Two pedestrians hit in accident
In Marietta and across Georgia, drivers are expected to be vigilant when behind the wheel. That means keeping both hands on the steering wheel, watching the road, avoiding distractions, driving sober, along with other requirements to maintain safety. Unfortunately,...
Your rights as an injured pedestrian
If you have been hit by a car as a pedestrian, it is likely that you suffered significant injuries as a result. In addition to the pain that you are suffering, you may be feeling anger toward the driver who hit you. In their carelessness, they have greatly impacted...
Georgia near top of most fatal pedestrian-motor vehicle accidents
When pedestrians take to the streets in Georgia, there is always the chance that they will be in pedestrian-motor vehicle accidents. These crashes can have deadly consequences as pedestrians are lacking in protection and will often suffer fatal injuries. Research is...
Number of motor vehicle accidents stays above 40,000
The roads in Georgia and across the nation are always dangerous for drivers. Determining just how dangerous is the foundation for research and studies. These can be important not just to avoid accidents, but to understand why they occurred. A recent study from the...
DUI accidents kill one, injure two others
Encountering a driver under the influence in Georgia is unfortunately common. Even as other road dangers become more prevalent, DUIs still cause major injuries and death. Those injured by a drunk driver can have severe, lifelong injuries. People who have been hurt or...
Truck accidents have not reduced with new ELD rules
Truck accidents in Georgia and across the U.S. can do so much damage. Regulators are constantly seeking ways to improve safety. For a long time, one of the main reasons truck accidents were believed to have occurred is because of drowsy truckers. Frequently, drivers...
