Jocelyn SilvaThrough a comprehensive understanding of car accident trends, Savannah can develop proactive strategies that prioritize...
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Analyzing Car Accident Trends In Savannah – 2023 Statistics
Through a comprehensive understanding of car accident trends, Savannah can develop proactive strategies that prioritize education, enforcement, and infrastructure improvements. By adopting a proactive approach to road safety, the city can create a culture of responsible driving and work towards the shared goal of safer roads for [...]
Jocelyn Silva
Georgia’s Hit and Run Laws
Georgia ranks 4th in the U.S. with the number of fatal hit and run accidents. Because of this, it is important to learn about the state laws regarding what constitutes a hit and run, the legal consequences for a hit and run offense, and what to do if you are involved in a hit and […]
Amanda
Understanding Georgia’s Diminished Value Law After a Car Accident
A car accident in Georgia can come with many questions and a great deal of confusion regarding your rights to recovery. Georgia is a fault-based insurance state, meaning you will seek damage benefits from the at-fault driver’s insurance company. A settlement may pay for repairs to your vehicle, but what about when it’s time to […]
Mac
Why Are Pedestrian Fatalities Increasing Each Year In Georgia?
Why Are Pedestrian Fatalities Increasing Each Year in Georgia? Since 2008, the rate of pedestrian deaths in Georgia has steadily increased. In 2014, 163 pedestrians in Georgia lost their lives. In 2016, the death toll increased to 232. As of December 21st, 2017, a total of 253 people in Georgia died in pedestrian-related traffic [...]
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The Psychology of Safe Driving: Understanding the Mindset of Responsible Drivers
When we get behind the wheel on Georgia’s roads, we trust that the drivers around us are responsible and safe. However, this is not always the case. With distracted driving on the rise, it’s essential to understand the psychology of safe driving and what it takes to be a responsible driver. Making a small change […]
Austin Poynter
Kia and Hyundai “Defect” has Atlanta Car Thefts Skyrocketing
Auto thefts in Atlanta have been on the rise, and two car models seem to be at the forefront of this increase – Kia and Hyundai. According to a Fox 5 News article, in the first three months of 2022, 49 Kia and Hyundai vehicles were stolen in Atlanta. However, in 2023, for the same […]
keenan
Breaking the Habit: Tips for Overcoming Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is a common habit many of us develop over time that can lead to accidents, injuries, and possible death. The habit of distracted driving can be talking on the phone, texting, changing the radio station, eating, drinking, or even daydreaming. Anything that takes your mind off the road is a potential distraction. The [...]
Tess
What Are the Leading Causes of Georgia Car Crashes?
Despite our best efforts, almost every driver in the United States is likely to get into at least one car accident in their lifetime. Despite taking every measure to drive safely and sanely, factors outside of the average person’s control mean that there is an ever-present risk of getting into a collision. In 2022, Georgia […]
Jake
What is the Holiday Season Drunk Driving Campaign
The holiday season is about celebrating this time of year with loved ones and getting into the holiday spirit. Likewise, many people get behind the wheel impaired from celebrating this festive season. Although it is illegal to drive drunk in 50 states, it still occurs regularly each and every day. More than a quarter of […]
Tess
Contributory & Comparative Negligence in Car Accident Claims
In the modern era, cars are an essential component of everyday life for most people in the United States. We rely on motor vehicles to get us to work, help us run errands, and even get to and from vacation destinations. However, with an estimated 284.4 million registered vehicles in the U.S. in 2022, our […]
Jake