Staying safe on the roadway while driving around trucks requires an understanding of the unique blind spots that these large vehicles have. They often differ greatly from a passenger vehicle. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration explains that due to its...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Number of traffic deaths drops in Georgia
With some of the most dangerous roads in the nation, traffic accidents and road fatalities continue to plague the state of Georgia. Three of the most dangerous roads in the state can be found in and around the Atlanta metropolitan area. However, a drop in road...
Is apologizing after an auto accident a bad idea?
Like many people, you may be at a loss for how to respond after an auto accident. Even if the other motorist was at-fault, your instinct may be to accept some degree of blame. You likely think that offering them an apology could help diffuse tension and keep your...
Road rage and motorcycle crashes
Motorcycle collisions can have many different causes, including driver intoxication, speeding, slick roads, distractions and drowsiness. However, a driver's emotions can also affect their driving abilities and the likelihood of a motorcycle accident. For example, many...
Safety improvements and vehicle technology
Many changes in vehicle designs, technologies and even traffic laws over the years have been driven by the need to improve safety and reduce accidents. The inclusion of airbags in multiple locations and the requirements surrounding child safety seats provide just two...
Baby boomers and phone use while driving
People usually stereotype drivers who text or talk on the phone while behind the wheel as young people, generally members of the millennial generation. However, data on distracted driving shows that many drivers in older age groups also succumb to distractions like...
What is negligent entrustment?
It goes without saying that car accidents are typically accompanied by a good deal of frustration. Not only do you have to address the issue of repairing your vehicle, but you may also face serious injuries and mounting medical bills as you recover from the accident....
Factors involved in determining speed limits
Speed limits may be less permanent than many people think. As Georgia Public Broadcasting reports, just last year the state Department of Transportation raised the speed limit on several major roadways up to 70 miles per hour. The Federal Highway Administration...
The dangers of distracted driving
Most drivers will agree that driving while distracted – such as texting behind the wheel – is incredibly risky and irresponsible driving behavior. Unfortunately, many drivers still don’t take this risk seriously. While 84% of drivers recognize cell phone use while...
How does speeding increase the odds of a crash?
If you were hit by someone who was driving over the speed limit, you could have a wide range of hardships to address, from serious injuries to financial problems and emotional trauma. When a driver travels too fast, there are many ways in which a motor vehicle...