Motor Vehicle Accidents

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

The massive I-75 interstate freeway runs north to south through Atlanta. Unfortunately, such a busy thoroughfare also creates a high risk for motor vehicle accidents. Some of the most catastrophic accidents that occur on I-75 through Atlanta are motorcycle crashes. In...

As you can imagine, being 100 percent alert when you are behind the wheel is of utmost importance. Without this, the chance of an accident is much greater. Some people are more at risk for drowsy driving than others, including these groups: Young men, often as the...

As a driver, you're conditioned to keep a watchful eye on other motorists. For example, you should be aware of anyone who is breaking the law, such as by speeding or texting while driving. But have you given any thought to the many roadway hazards that could cause you...

Even if you are completely clear that you should never drive when distracted, it doesn't mean that other people on the road are taking the same approach. There will always be people who think it's okay to text and drive, eat and drive or talk on their cell phone. In...