Navigating the roadways demands not just individual responsibility, but also an acute awareness of the actions of fellow drivers. Distractions behind the wheel have become an increasingly prevalent issue. This creates a ripple effect that influences the safety of...
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Car Accidents
How to avoid claiming fault after a car accident
Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. In Georgia, you need to handle the aftermath of a car accident carefully, particularly when it comes to assigning fault. By understanding the steps to take and how to protect yourself,...
Optimizing your experience with an ignition interlock device
A DUI might feel like the end of the world, but there are things you can do to mitigate its consequences. Depending on the severity of your situation, you might qualify to have an ignition interlock device. Knowing how to optimize your experience with this resource...
Traumatic brain injuries can alter how you handle stress
Your brain is responsible for how you express your emotions. After a TBI, you may struggle with depression, anxiety and feelings of anger. TBI affects the areas of the brain that control emotion, and the injury makes it difficult for you to cope with your new reality....
The long-term complications of whiplash
In a motor vehicle accident, the force of the collision can force your head to jerk back and forth, resulting in severe neck injuries, including whiplash. The rapid back-and-forth motion can damage ligaments, nerves, muscles and bones in your neck. While minor...
What damages can car accident victims receive?
If you were a victim of a serious car accident, you deserve support to help you as you recover. Depending on your situation, filing a lawsuit could enable you to receive adequate compensation. These damages can cover many hardships, including helping you pay medical...
Can a leg fracture leave you with permanent damage?
Fractured bones are some of the most common accident injuries, but do not let that fact lull you into believing that having one is not a big deal. Some leg fractures may lead to permanent and long-lasting damage. While some leg breaks may heal with a cast and some...
The true impact of a back injury
After getting into a car crash, one thing you should pay attention to is your back. Even if you did not suffer from damage to the spine, you could still suffer soft tissue damage. Though people often overlook soft tissue back injury, it can have traumatic impacts that...
What constitutes household services?
If you sustain an injury in an accident that renders you unable to engage in your daily household chores, you may wonder if you can receive some type of compensation for the cost of services. Generally speaking, you can. Loss of household services — which some experts...
The forgotten dangers of driving on rural roads
Driving is inherently a risky, if common and necessary, practice. What you may not realize is that it is just as dangerous traversing country roads as it is navigating the heavy, traffic-loaded roads of a major city. According to WRDW news, Georgia and South Carolina...