How do distractions make driving dangerous?
Some people automatically assume that distracted drivers are on a cellphone. While it is true that this is the cause of many distracted driving crashes, there are many other causes. It’s imperative that anyone who is driving understands that they must devote their full attention to driving. There are three primary forms of distractions, according… Continue reading How do distractions make driving dangerous?
Read MoreCar Safety Features Not All That Safe, Study Says
Automobile technology is improving at a rapid pace. And car manufacturers focus heavily on advertising the newest safety features available. Until or unless fully automated vehicles become a reality, many of these safety features are focused on correcting for human error and saving us from our own mistakes. If you’ve purchased a car in the… Continue reading Car Safety Features Not All That Safe, Study Says
Read MoreCan I be charged with a DUI for taking prescription drugs?
When you think of a DUI, the first thing that comes to mind is someone who is driving drunk. However, you could face DUI charges for driving while taking a prescription medication. This is true even if you have a legal prescription and are taking the medication as directed. Georgia law does not expressly prohibit… Continue reading Can I be charged with a DUI for taking prescription drugs?
Read MoreThings not to do while driving (and we’re not just talking cellphones)
We all know texting while driving is a big no-no, but what are some other non-electronic things drivers should refrain from while out and about on the roads? Put the make-up down Ladies—and some gentleman—do not put on makeup while you drive. Driving down the interstate with a mascara wand in hand is never a… Continue reading Things not to do while driving (and we’re not just talking cellphones)
Read MoreTeens: Dangerous drivers facing real risks
Whenever a new driver is on the roads, it’s important for them to be cautious. They are still learning the rules and how to drive safely, so it’s vital that they go slower and always use good driving techniques. Simple mistakes can lead to devastating consequences. Teen drivers, according to the Centers for Disease Control… Continue reading Teens: Dangerous drivers facing real risks
Read MoreInsurance tactics can leave you short on assurance after a wreck
You know that 75 can be a dangerous stretch, but you didn’t see this crash coming. Now you’ve got medical bills through the roof, and the offer from your insurance company isn’t even close to what you need. Injury costs from crashes amount to well over $400 billion every year. Insurance providers can be responsible… Continue reading Insurance tactics can leave you short on assurance after a wreck
Read MoreDriver indicted in wreck that cost a man part of his leg
Sometimes it seems as if the wheels of justice turn exceedingly slowly. But justice is one step closer for a Georgia man who lost his right leg below the knee last year after a negligent driver wrecked her car, pinning him between it and another vehicle. Recently, a Whitfield County grand jury indicted the negligent… Continue reading Driver indicted in wreck that cost a man part of his leg
Read MoreNegotiating with insurance after a major car wreck
The commercials for giant insurance corporations try to make them look friendly and personable. They want you to believe that they’re going to do everything in their power to help if you find yourself in need of the coverage you pay for every month. Unfortunately, reality and television don’t share much in common, especially when… Continue reading Negotiating with insurance after a major car wreck
Read MoreSharing the road with semitrucks – tips to keep you safe
If you are like other drivers in the Dalton area, you have probably found yourself holding your breath while a semitruck passes you on the road. While most truck drivers follow safety protocols, it is often the other drivers on the road that create problems. For instance, a car two lanes over from you could… Continue reading Sharing the road with semitrucks – tips to keep you safe
Read MoreWatch out for motorcyclists this spring
The cold weather may be lingering around Dalton for a few more days at least, but spring is on its way to Northern Georgia. That means that there will soon be lots of bikers riding motorcycles on the highways and byways of our lovely state. It’s every motorist’s responsibility to watch out for the riders… Continue reading Watch out for motorcyclists this spring
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