Auto Accident

Parents know that from the minute they want to take their newborn home from the hospital, there are requirements for how to safely restrain them in the car. The laws and best practices seem to keep evolving, and it can be difficult to know when children grow or age out of the requirements for children’s…

Brake-checking occurs when a driver purposely slows down or stops without warning – often to cause the driver behind them to rear-end their car. In most rear-end collisions, the driver in the rear will be presumed responsible for the collision, but brake-checking can be an exception. Drivers that deliberately brake-check are intentionally causing or inviting…

The Dunwoody Police Department (DPD) reports that one person was killed and five more were injured in a multi-vehicle accident on I-285 in DeKalb County. According to Atlanta News First, officers responded to the crash at 4:43 a.m. on I-285 westbound at Chamblee Dunwoody Road, where they found six vehicles involved. Initially, three vehicles collided,…

Accident reconstruction combines principles of physics, engineering, and forensic science to produce a comprehensive understanding of a motor vehicle accident. It is used by law enforcement, insurance companies, legal professionals, and safety organizations to determine liability, improve road safety, and prevent future accidents. What is accident reconstruction? Accident reconstruction is a scientific process used to…

Speeding is a very common cause of car accidents in Atlanta and the surrounding region. When drivers operate their vehicles at a high rate of speed, there is an increased risk that the individual will lose control of their car and cause serious injuries. Fast-moving cars are also likely to create far more force when…

In today’s world of busy highways and roadways, the risks of accidents are ever-present. Among the many causes of traffic incidents, an often overlooked but significant factor is “pedal confusion.” Pedal confusion occurs when a driver unintentionally presses the wrong pedal, leading to unexpected and sometimes catastrophic consequences. As Savannah personal injury attorneys with experience…

The familiar sight of a car’s brake lights suddenly illuminating in traffic, followed by the ominous crunch of metal meeting metal, often marks the onset of a rear-end car accident. These incidents are unfortunately common in Savannah, GA. Despite their reputation for being relatively minor and harmless, some rear-end collisions can lead to serious injuries…

Due to the increasing number of severe and fatal car accidents on Savannah’s highways and local roadways, the city has requested a very hefty grant. The goal of this grant is to make Savannah’s roads safer for both residents and visitors. According to an article published by The Current, the city of Savannah applied for…

After a car accident, there are many parties who will want to ask you what happened. Aside from your lawyer, the responding officer, your insurance company, and the other driver’s insurance company will all ask you to give your side of the events. You do not need to speak with your insurance provider immediately after…

Atlanta grapples with a severe problem of reckless driving, marked by a record setting number of car accidents in recent years. Reckless driving, defined as willfully endangering others, encompasses behaviors like speeding, distracted driving, and road rage, among other dangerous behaviors. Are Atlanta roads more dangerous than ever before? The short answer is yes. Recent…