It can be exciting to take a long road trip, especially if you are doing so with your family. However, you need to remember one thing: Danger lurks around every corner. Millions upon millions of people will hit the road this Labor Day weekend, with somemmmmm traveling...
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3 risks of operating a boat while intoxicated
Boating is a great pastime to enjoy on one of the many lakes in and surrounding the greater Atlanta area. This is especially true as the heat of summer sets in and the cool breeze of the water beckons. Oftentimes, however, relaxing and boating may also involve...
Top tips for driving in a traffic jam
Depending on where you live and work, there is a good chance that you spend some time in traffic jams every day of the week. While there is nothing fun about sitting in a traffic jam, here's something to remember: You need to pay attention to what's going on around...
Teen killed, 3 others injured in alleged DUI crash
A 15-year-old high school student was killed when a 21-year-old man reportedly ran a stop sign in Dawson County on July 4. Three other teenagers were injured in the car crash. The wreck happened about 9:30 p.m., at the intersection of Industrial Park and Lumpkin...
How can you drive safely at night?
Regardless of where you live or the time of the year, it's safe to assume that you'll find yourself driving at night every now and again. While there is nothing wrong with hitting the road after the sun goes down, this does increase the likelihood of being involved in...
Memorial Day kicks off the 100 deadliest days for teens to drive
Memorial Day weekend marks the start of period which American Automobile Association (AAA) calls the "100 deadliest days" of the summer. It's during this timeframe, when teenage drivers are out of school for the summer, that they are most involved in car crashes. In...
Metro Atlanta school districts may be endangering students
Many parents never think twice when they put their child on the bus in the morning. Instead, they assume that their child will make it to and from school in a safe manner. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. In 2016, for example, five people, including one...
The many dangers of driving high
The last few years have seen an undeniable normalization of marijuana for both medical and recreation enjoyment. In some states, this normalization has coincided with legalization, and its advocates would have you believe that there have been no downsides. Research...
Important tips to follow after a car accident
Many people think they know what to do if they have been involved in a car accident. Unfortunately, some make a few key mistakes at this time. Before we go any further, we want to make it clear that your health should always come first. If you've suffered any type of...
4 common causes of motorcycle accidents
Any type of collision is an unfortunate and potentially catastrophic event, but motorcycle accidents are especially likely to cause serious injuries and fatalities. According to 2014 data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists...
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