Road Rage Incidents and Personal Injury Claims in Georgia
Road rage is a serious problem and can lead to severe injuries or fatalities. When motorists act out of anger when behind the wheel, catastrophic crashes occur, and innocent people end up getting hurt or, even worse, killed. Tragically, Atlanta drivers rank among the most aggressive drivers in the country. Reckless and aggressive drivers who […]
DUI-Related Injuries More Likely During the Holiday Season
WHY IS THERE AN INCREASE? During the holiday season, there is an uptick in DUI-related accidents and subsequent injuries. Between holiday parties and family gatherings, many people drink socially, increasing the likelihood of someone getting behind the wheel after imbibing too much. When this happens, accidents happen and innocent people are injured. How to prevent DUI accidents […]
What to Do If You Are Injured in a Pedestrian Accident
WATCH OUT FOR PEDESTRIANS ACCIDENTS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON Many people are out and about during the holiday season, especially here in the metro Atlanta area. Whether visiting friends and family or going Christmas shopping, it’s important to be aware of pedestrians. Tips for avoiding pedestrian accidents include: Review our blog here for more helpful pedestrian […]
Road Safety Around School Bus Stops
Nearly 25 million kids ride to school on a school bus every day. School buses are very safe for children—and in fact, are the safest mode of transportation according to the National Safety Council—but safety around school bus stops are still a concern and can pose risks for kids who are entering and exiting the […]
What is MedPay service?
MedPay is a relatively inexpensive service that you can opt into with your auto insurance. While it may slightly increase your insurance bill, it is worth it if you are ever injured in a car accident. You can pay whatever MedPay you want, and every insurance company is different, and prices will vary slightly. A […]
Major road construction accidents
Driving is dangerous enough, having to watch out for reckless or negligent drivers; throw construction and confusing detours due to construction into the mix, and driving can get downright stressful. According to the Federal Highway Administration, between 1982 and 2014 there were 24,745 fatalities in work zone accidents (that’s about 750 per year). The peak […]
Bike Safety for All Ages
Riding a bike is a great way to get exercise, and it’s also a fun hobby enjoyed by people of all ages. Cycling to work or school on nice days is an effective way to save money on gas and reduce greenhouse gas emissions (a plus for the environment). Although riding a bike is an […]
Are All Medical Bills Paid by Your Car Insurance?
When you are in a car accident, it can be confusing to navigate through the process of filing a claim for property damage or personal injury that you received during the accident. If you had to go to the hospital or undergo painful and expensive physical therapy or specialist appointments after the accident, those bills […]
Tips para mantener la calma en un accidente aéreo
A pesar de que las probabilidades de estar en medio de un accidente aéreo son de 1 en 60 millones (es decir que podrías volar todos los días durante 160.000 años sin tener ningún problema) esta situación sigue siendo algo que preocupa a miles de pasajeros a diario. Los aviones son uno de los medios […]
Be very careful with the amusement parks.
Every year, millions of people visit the nation’s amusement parks, which are a wonderful way to be entertained for people of all ages. Orlando is home to some of the most popular attractions in the world, including Walt Disney World. However, mechanical problems and other defects have injured and even killed dozens of amusement park […]