Spotting a distracted driver is easier said than done, as you never know what someone else is doing in his or her vehicle. Even if you assume that someone is paying attention to the road, you don't know what is going through his or her mind. Knowing how to spot a...
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Young child killed in shoe store accident
According to recent reports, a 2-year-old girl was killed in an accident at a Payless ShoeSource store in Riverdale, Georgia. While trying on shoes with her mother, a mirror came loose from the wall and fell on top of the child. Two people immediately lifted the...
3 reasons to never take cash after a car accident
The number of traffic fatalities appears to be on the rise in Georgia. The years 2016 and 2017 saw the highest number of roadway fatalities in over a decade, according to data from Georgia's Department of Transportation. Fortunately, most accidents only...
Knowing how to drive in fog is critical to your safety
Driving in fog can be a big challenge, as you won't have as much visibility as you would like. Even if you do your best to avoid this, you never know when you'll find yourself in dense fog with no way out but to keep driving. In this case, here are a few tips you can...
Did your plastic surgery procedure go horribly wrong?
Many Atlanta residents decide to "get a little work done," i.e., seek out a plastic surgeon for a little nip and tuck or other cosmetic procedure to improve their looks or keep the years at bay a little longer. But few expect to have their procedures leave them in...
What are the most common types of driving distractions?
At this point, most drivers realize that they need to avoid distractions at all costs. They understand that this can cause an accident that results in serious injury or even death. Despite this knowledge, it's not always easy to avoid distractions. Here are the 10...
What to do if you an uninsured driver hits you in Georgia
Getting into a car accident is every driver's worst nightmare. The scenario becomes even more difficult, however, when the driver who hit you does not have any insurance or does not have an adequate level of coverage to help pay damages you incur. There is no reason...
How to drive safely in heavy rain during the winter months
As one of our Georgia readers, we suspect that you spend some time driving in the rain during the winter months. While you may have no choice but to do this, you should realize that the decisions you make will go a long way in determining your level of safety. With...
Personal strategies for preventing distracted driving
No matter how hard you try, there will be times when you find yourself distracted while you're behind the wheel. This is never a good thing, as taking your eyes and attention away from the road can lead to a serious accident. Fortunately, there are many personal...
Autistic teen died in psychiatric hospital due to staff’s conduct
When the parents of a 19-year-old autistic man checked their son in for psychiatric care, they probably expected his outbursts to be met with compassion -- not a lethal choke hold. Unfortunately, Laurel Heights, a Georgia psychiatric facility, already had a reputation...
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