When vehicles and pedestrians share space on or alongside the road, there is always a possibility for unfortunate accidents to occur. Certain areas present factors that further increase the risk that a car might hit a pedestrian. The National Safety Council reports an...
When you are operating a heavy piece of machinery that travels at high speeds in challenging conditions, the last thing that you want is to be on autopilot. After a long day or night, it can be tempting to hop into the car and head home while fighting off sleepiness....
Georgia residents know the dangers of driving during deer season. According to moneygeek.com, collisions with deer increase steadily through October and peak in November. You cannot control the migration habits of deer. However, you can decrease your risk of hitting a...
Many motorists do not expect the presence of bicycles on the road, and cyclists tend to expect drivers to be fully aware. This awkward relationship between two entities sharing traffic space can lead to sudden collisions. Motor vehicle accidents involving bicycles can...
The Breathalyzer is a chemical breath test device that police commonly use in traffic stops to test a driver's blood alcohol concentration, or BAC. A driver who shows a BAC of 0.08% is presumed to be intoxicated, and so Breathalyzer test results are among the most...
Lost wages and lost earning capacity are two common calculations that influence personal injury damages and awards. When an individual does not work outside the home, this does not absolve an offending party from providing compensation when an injury or death took...
Riding a motorcycle is a fun pastime and a thrilling way to get from one destination to another, especially during the warmer months of the year. However, motorcycles come with unique risks due to them not having some of the same safety features as other vehicles,...
There’s very little we can do to control the actions of those around us and, sometimes, their actions cause us pain. Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be difficult – you're living with your injuries, after all – but there are actions you need to start...
Every driver knows that an accident can come virtually anytime and anywhere. To prevent one, you drive cautiously and pay attention to what’s going on around you. But you can’t control the actions of other drivers – you can’t prevent them from becoming distracted and...
A car accident can quickly become very expensive for accident victims. When medical expenses are involved, a car accident can cost thousands of dollars or more. While pursuing a compensation claim, there are many forms of damages that you deserve compensation for....
