Auto Accident
A Fiery Van Rollover in Atlanta Led to Six Deaths and 10 Injuries
On Saturday, a van carrying 16 people burst into flames on I-85 in Gwinnett County. An investigation is currently underway as to what caused the van to rollover and burst into flames. WSB-TV Atlanta reports that investigators believe another vehicle may have been involved, and FOX 5 Atlanta confirms that report, saying witnesses at the…
Read MoreWhy Is There a Car in My Living Room?
You never really think about it until it happens to you. You’re sitting there enjoying a quiet evening at home and then, out of nowhere, chaos strikes. There’s a loud crash and suddenly part of your home appears to have become part of a movie stunt, only the car crashing through your wall wasn’t part…
Read MoreA Missing Police Report Can Cause Trouble for Car Accident Victims
Most people who get into car accidents fall into two categories: (1) those who demand an accident report because they know they did nothing to contribute to the wreck, and (2) those who would rather just do a quick exchange of information and keep things quiet. Some people are even motivated to avoid reporting an…
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of Using Insurance Driving Monitor Devices
Like many drivers, you may be looking at ways to save money on car insurance. A call to your insurer will leave you with a few options to consider. One of those will be to install a driving monitor device in your vehicle, which can save you a lot of money with some tradeoffs. These…
Read MoreSocial Media Apps Attempt to Avoid Liability for Car Accidents
What did we do before smartphones? We had to remember phone numbers, use a map with directions to find our way somewhere new, and look up information in books or on a computer’s web browser. These have made obsolete by the thousands of applications we can download for use on our cell phones. While smartphones…
Read MoreMore People Are Purchasing Used Cars. Buyers Should Beware.
The COVID-19 pandemic has sent shockwaves through nearly every industry in the country, affecting them in different ways. We remember the toilet paper and cleaning supply shortages in the spring of 2020, although supply eventually caught up with demand. Another similarly affected industry is automotive and transportation manufacturers. With more people working at home and…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Dangerous Roads in Georgia?
Meandering around on Georgia’s roads can be a dangerous activity no matter where you are. Getting from point A to point B can be a frustrating experience, from road congestion to construction that seemingly never ends. Traffic jams around Atlanta and Savannah are just a way of life that citizens accept as a trade-off to…
Read MoreCan Advanced Safety Systems Really Reduce Risks of Crash Injury?
There are so many hazards that can affect our driving these days that you feel almost like a failure for not having 360 degree peripheral vision at all times. At times even backing out of a parking space can feel like a game of chance no matter how many times you’ve looked around beforehand. Suddenly…
Read MoreMost Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents
Whether you’re driving down the street, sitting at a stop light, or you’re properly parked and minding your own business, rear end accidents can lead to serious injuries. Rear end collisions are an example of energy being transferred from a moving object to another object. The speed the moving object is traveling will dictate the…
Read MoreA Driver’s Health Can Create Serious Accident Liability
A personal health crisis can happen anywhere at any time. Some occur without warning, while others may offer a person time to call for help. The last thing you expect to experience is a sudden medical emergency while you’re driving your car. When it happens, you may not have the ability to safely bring your…
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