Nearly 1 in 3 Americans are estimated to go boating each year. Most of the people who go out onto the water or operate a watercraft only do so once a year or a few times in the summer. They often lack experience, and few understand the laws, aquatic terrain, or requirements necessary to stay...
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Georgia Among States Setting Higher Pedestrian Death Targets
Loophole removes restriction on federal funds According to Smart Growth America, Georgia ranks ninth for highest per capita pedestrian deaths in the United States. It seems natural to set a goal to reduce fatalities. But for 2024, the state has set a formal federal goal to increase the number of expected pedestrian deaths. It has...
Read MoreGeorgia 2023 Car Accident Injuries & Fatalities
Early estimates from the NHTSA are in regarding car accident and fatality rates in the United States and they bring relatively good news. Overall, it is believed that car accident fatalities have decreased slightly nationwide since 2022, even with an increase of average vehicle miles traveled. The number of miles traveled has increased by 67.5...
Read MoreFamily Legal Rights: Suing for Wrongful Death After a Trucking Accident
If someone is killed either accidentally or intentionally in the state of Georgia, their survivors may be entitled to compensation for wrongful death. Commercial trucks are massive and have the potential to cause catastrophic damages to property and life. Too often, these drivers act in negligence and recklessness, and other people pay the ultimate price....
Read MoreGeorgia Workers' Comp Codes: Wage Benefits, Medical Treatment, Reporting an Injury, and PPD
Workers’ compensation is a form of accident insurance required by employers for businesses with three or more employees. It protects employees should they get injured or ill because of their employment. Examples can include slipping and falling in a restaurant kitchen, getting cut using machinery in a factory, falling off a ladder on a construction...
Read MoreTeen Driving Risks Rise During '100 Deadliest Days'
The significant rise in teen driver car crashes during the summer months has led AAA to coin the term "100 Deadliest Days." This is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Statistics show that teen car accidents surge during this period because teens are out of school and on the roads more frequently. The...
Read MoreFBI Raids Cortland Management Headquarters Over Alleged Rent Price Fixing Scheme & Potential Negligence
On May 22, 2024, the FBI conducted a dawn raid of Cortland Management headquarters in Atlanta. The raid was part of the DOJ’s antitrust investigation into a potential conspiracy to inflate rent prices in several states. Cortland Management is a property management company with around 85,000 properties nationwide. Property Neglect In 2022, the AJC conducted...
Read MoreFrequently Violated Georgia Traffic Codes Resulting in Car Accidents
Traffic laws are ever-changing. Even if they weren’t, it is unlikely you are aware of every traffic code in the state of Georgia. It is important that you familiarize yourself with the traffic laws in your state. Doing so limits the number of accidents and promotes public safety. Below is a list of nine of...
Read MoreCommon Injuries Following a Bicycle Accident
Bicycling is not only an efficient mode of travel, but it is a fantastic way to save money, stay active, and reduce your carbon footprint. That is why so many Americans rely on bicycles for transportation. Bicycle accidents are more common than you may think, and they can be catastrophic. The most prominent threat to...
Read MoreComminuted Fractures: Recovering After a Car Accident
Broken bones are one of the most common injuries caused by car accidents. While bone fractures are common, they may cause intense pain, swelling, bleeding, and decreased mobility. These injuries may leave you unable to carry out day-to-day activities and significantly impact your quality of life during recovery. Comminuted fractures are a type of broken...
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