Human error is one of the main factors that contribute to modern car crashes. Despite training and licensing requirements and the constant risk of collisions, drivers often make mistakes because they don't treat operating a motor vehicle as a safety-critical task....
I was injured in a car wreck, now what?
If you get involved in a car wreck, it can be a very traumatic and surprising experience. It can also be somewhat confusing and complex because you may not have been through it before. If you’re dealing with serious injuries, then you also add a level of complexity...
The long-term consequences of a crash injury can be expensive
If you get hurt in a car crash, your hospital bills aren't the only expenses you have to consider. Obviously, it will be important for you to negotiate an appropriate settlement with the insurance company or the driver that hit you based on your existing medical...
Should I hire an attorney after a car wreck in Georgia?
A lot is going on after a car wreck. Even if you are unhurt, you may feel overwhelmed and confused about what to do next. Your immediate concern is injuries – to yourself, your passengers and other people. Remember that car accident injuries sometimes don’t become...
A driver hit me and drove off, what can I do?
It is certainly frustrating when another driver makes a mistake and causes a car accident. It’s even more frustrating when that driver then speeds off, clearly not wanting to own up to their own negligent actions. If something like this has happened to you, you’ll...
I was in a wreck with an uninsured driver, now what?
You get involved in a wreck with another driver who runs a red light. After the crash, you go over to the driver to exchange insurance information. You know that this is one of the most basic steps to take after any car wreck. What you discover, however, is that the...
Should you report a reckless driver?
No one wants to be on the road with people who are driving hazardously. When people speed, weave in and out of traffic or make driving errors, there is a real risk that they could hurt themselves or others. It is normal to question if you should report someone for...
New safety tech helps young drivers
Young drivers have always had very high crash rates. This is been a big problem because they often cause these crashes just because of inexperience. This is proving to be a very hard issue to address, as drivers still need to get experience and spend time on the road,...
What the Tesla recall says about automated vehicle systems
For several years, the car manufacturer Tesla has been in the news almost monthly for some issue or another. If it isn't production delays affecting a massive pre-order list for a new model, then it's the founder of the company doing irresponsible things while...
3 injuries you may not notice until well after a collision
Everyone knows that they need to check themselves and their passengers for injuries after a car crash. Usually, people check one another for consciousness, signs of blood loss, and issues with motor function that might indicate a spinal cord injury. Broken bones and...