motor vehicle accidents

If you have ever driven during rush hour, you know first-hand the struggles of fighting traffic. Whether you are on your way to an important meeting or stuck behind a slow driver while trying to get to an appointment, you may have felt angry and overwhelmed. Road rage...

In Georgia, there is a movement against distracted driving. Many people are adapting to hands-free technology. This allows you to answer calls with your voice instead of using your hands. But does this technology actually improve driver safety? The National Safety...

The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety says drivers using new technology designed to increase safety on highways are twice as likely to become distracted as opposed to when they weren’t using the systems. The research also concludes that drivers with less familiarity...

Teens in Georgia get so excited when they finally become old enough to get their permit and learn how to drive. However, with this newfound freedom also comes a great responsibility, not just for themselves but also for everyone else out on the roads. Since you want...

Driving is an essential part of daily life. You depend on your vehicle to get you most places. We don’t like to think about it much, but driving is dangerous and being involved in an accident can happen to anyone. In 2018, there were 1,514 fatal crashes in...

During a recent car accident in Georgia, you experienced the unfortunate loss of a spouse or family member. Someone else’s negligence, whether it was driving under the influence or distracted driving, resulted in a loss no one can ever repay. That said, you may still...

There are certain expectations when driving in Georgia and across the nation. A basic aspect of learning to drive is that a red light means stop. Still, one of the most common causes for injuries and fatalities in motor vehicle accidents is if a driver runs a red...

Distracted driving has been a major issue in Georgia and law enforcement and legislators have taken significant steps to reduce its frequency in the hopes that the roads will be safer. While these strategies are beneficial, it is also useful to keep track of research...

Drivers and pedestrians must share the road and be attentive to maintain safety for everyone. Today, however, there are many drivers who are distracted by devices, drive recklessly or negligently or are simply ignoring traffic laws. This can cause motor vehicle...

In Georgia and across the nation, the road will be a mix of people behind the wheel. There are some demographics that are of greater concern for being in motor vehicle accidents. Researchers seek to assess the causes of auto crashes to determine how best to reduce...