Long-term pain because of a car accident can leave you feeling hopeless. Knowing that someone else's negligence robbed you of a comfortable and pain-free life is angering, to say the least. Serious long-term injuries could include amputation, TBI, spinal cord...
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Can you say no to a field sobriety test in Georgia?
Field sobriety tests are standard practice in Georgia. However, they are not a sufficient way to determine whether you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Here is what you need to know about this controversial practice. What are field sobriety tests? There...
How much does a Georgia DUI increase auto insurance?
Georgia takes driving under the influence of alcohol quite seriously, and even first-time DUI offenders face serious, potentially life-altering repercussions following a conviction. If your Georgia DUI charge winds up leading to a conviction, you may wind up having to...
How can I pass a large truck safely?
Passing a large truck is one of the most dangerous maneuvers that you can make on the road. These vehicles have limited views of what is happening around them. They are often unaware that you are passing or attempting to pass them except for a small part of the time....
Could drug court keep you out of jail or prison?
A Georgia drug conviction has the potential to upend many aspects of your life. You may have to pay steep fines, perform community service obligations and even spend time in jail or prison, among other possible penalties. Yet, in some cases, you may have the option of...
What is carisoprodol?
The abuse of prescription drugs is a severe issue in the country. Some people think that because a drug is given to them by a doctor, it is safe. But prescription medications can easily become a serious drug habit, especially when not used as intended. Carisoprodol is...
Teen passengers raise fatal crash risks for teen drivers
Georgia’s teen motorists do not have the same degree of driving experience as older motorists. They are also quite susceptible to distraction. While the same things that distract older drivers also divert teen drivers’ attention away from the task at hand, research...
What to do after a car wreck to recover faster
Subtle injuries that you might not feel immediately are common in car crashes. You can be in a lengthy recovery process when you do not take the proper steps after your accident. However, you can do a few things to speed up your recovery. Go home Car accidents can be...
Can you recover from a skull fracture?
Most of the vehicles on the road today have airbags. Indeed, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the federal government has required driver-side airbags on new vehicles since 1999. This makes sense, as airbags considerably reduce a person's...
How can a drug conviction make college unaffordable?
Pursuing higher education is one of the more effective ways to achieve financial freedom. Indeed, according to the Association of Public and Land Grant Universities, on average, American workers with bachelor's degrees make approximately 84% more during their careers...