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The Dangers of Not Wearing a Seatbelt in the Back Seat
Many of us have heard this expression somewhere before: the back seat is less dangerous than the front seat. This false sense of security has led many to forego buckling up when riding in the back. This is dangerous for many reasons. The laws of physics don’t just apply to front-seat passengers. In fact, not…
Read More »Emergency Car Accident Kit Checklist
Are you prepared just in case you’re involved in a car wreck? Odds are it’s going to happen at least 3 to 4 times during your life. In the heat of the moment, with adrenaline and stress rushing through you, it can be easy to forget what to do. Whether it’s a minor fender bender…
Read More »An Atlanta Attorney on Recovering From a Car Wreck with Chiropractic Treatment
You were involved in a car wreck. Now what? After going through the required steps – exchanging insurance information and contacting police – you feel well enough to continue with your day. Days later, you notice discomfort in your back, neck, or shoulders. You may experience tingling in the arms or ringing in the ears.…
Read More »7 Important Qualities to Look For When Hiring a Car Wreck Lawyer
You’re driving down the road, minding your own business, when a car rams into you from behind. The other driver apologizes and says they weren’t paying attention. Your car is totaled and you’re injured. You’re already dreading your medical bills and future treatment costs. What do you do? You should hire a lawyer that specializes…
Read More »The Secret Insurance Companies Don’t Want You to Know About Diminished Value
We want to expose one of the best-kept secrets in the insurance industry. The insurance companies are saving literally hundreds of millions of dollars each year right here in Georgia because of this secret. This money should be paid to Georgia’s consumers. But like most things, if the person doesn’t know they are entitled to…
Read More »Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists’ Coverage and Why You Absolutely Need It
If you live in the state of Georgia, you are required to purchase insurance for your car or motorcycle. It’s the law. Unfortunately, there are many drivers on Georgia’s roads and highways operating vehicles without insurance coverage. If one of those drivers crashes into you, there is no insurance company to negotiate with. It will…
Read More »What Are the Odds of Getting Into a Car Accident?
If you’re anything like the average driver, then being involved in a crash, whether minor or major, is statistically inevitable. According to the car insurance industry, the average driver gets in a car wreck every 17.9 years. Which means if you got your license at 16, odds are you’ll be involved in a collision by…
Read More »Women Are More Likely to Be Injured in Wrecks
They don’t make ’em like they used to – and that’s a good thing. Mandatory seatbelt laws, speed limit reductions, and airbags have saved countless lives. But there’s a flaw in the system. Women are less likely than men to be involved in a collision but when a crash happens they are more likely to…
Read More »Is the Georgia Hands-Free Law Working?
Distracted driving can take many forms: texting, messing with the radio, eating and drinking, or talking with a passenger. Anything that takes your attention from the road is dangerous. According to the NHTSA, if you’re holding and talking on your phone, you are four times as likely to be involved in a crash; eight times…
Read More »Atlanta Attorney on Best Ideas to Avoid Tire-Related Crashes
We’ve all had a flat tire at some point. For many drivers, it’s nothing more than a frustrating ordeal. They end up arriving late to work because they had to pull over and replace their flat tire with a spare. The real danger of tire failure, however, is overlooked far too often. We place a…
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