Drivers need many different abilities to safely navigate the road. For example, it is important for a driver to focus and pay attention while on the road, but it is also important for them to spread their attention out and multitask when necessary. Unfortunately,...
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How can you prove fault in a wrongful death case?
The tragic and untimely passing of a loved one is something that is difficult to accept, all the more so when it is the result of another individual's negligence. In such a situation, you will understandably seek justice for the other party's irresponsible behavior....
Did you hit your head in your crash?
When you get involved in a car crash, you may end up hitting your head against part of the car or even other people within it. This can still happen even if you are wearing your seatbelt. It is important to understand potential impacts of these crashes and how they...
Can your career path change because of a DUI?
Many people mistakenly take their first DUI charge as a non-issue. They think that since they have a previously clean record, it will hold out even now. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Sometimes, even one DUI conviction can end up radically altering a...
Does the trucking industry encourage reckless driving?
Drowsy driving is a form of reckless driving that often ends up left out when people are discussing various dangerous driving behaviors. Unfortunately, the trucking industry does not always do what is best for its drivers, and this includes creating an environment...
What happens if you tamper with an ignition interlock device?
Georgia has some tough drunk driving laws. If you violate them, you may have to live with some equally tough consequences, such as potentially losing your driving privileges. At some point, though, you may be able to drive again, provided you install an ignition...
Did a DUI arrest violate my rights?
A significant factor the court considers before convicting you of a DUI is whether the police violated your rights. The improper procedure might invalidate the case against you, and it happens more often than you think. If you face a guilty conviction for driving...
How does sleep deprivation affect drivers?
Drivers come across many dangers and risks both on the road and before they even get into their vehicle. While many people think intoxication serves as the worst potential danger, this is not necessarily the case. In fact, another type of distracted driving has...
What does the court consider during sentencing?
One of the biggest questions that a person facing criminal charges has is what type of sentence they will have if they’re convicted. For the most part, there isn’t an easy answer to that. Instead, there’s usually a sentence range that’s common for a specific crime....
Can you trick the breath test used to check for drunk driving?
Police officers use chemical breath tests as part of the evaluation process during drunk driving traffic stops. If someone performs the test and scores over the legal limit for their age and type of license, they will likely get arrested on the spot. Some people will...