Motorcycle wrecks: Man fatally struck by SUV
Motorcycles can be a fun way to get around. Those who ride them often talk about how freeing it can be, despite knowing it can also be dangerous. In motorcycle wrecks involving another vehicle, the rider is generally at greater risk of injury, since he or she doesn’t have the same protection that most other… Continue reading Motorcycle wrecks: Man fatally struck by SUV
Read MoreDid Georgia’s hands-free law affect the rate of car wrecks?
Authorities are always searching for ways to keep citizens safe. One measure that many states across the country have recently enacted relates to cellphone usage in moving vehicles. Georgia passed a law just last year that restricted holding and using mobile phones while driving a motor vehicle. The hope was that these laws would prevent… Continue reading Did Georgia’s hands-free law affect the rate of car wrecks?
Read MoreCar wreck claims the lives of 2 children
Any car wreck that results in harm to a person is tragic, but ones that involve children can be particularly upsetting. A young life cut short is one of the worst things that can happen to a family. They may struggle to come to terms with what happened, wondering if they could have taken a… Continue reading Car wreck claims the lives of 2 children
Read MoreDon’t underestimate the risk of abuse in nursing homes
Nursing homes are designed to be places where elderly and vulnerable people can feel safe and supported both physically and emotionally. In the majority of cases, nursing homes successfully fulfill their purpose. In this way, they can be invaluable sources of support for aging people who are unable to take care of themselves alone. However,… Continue reading Don’t underestimate the risk of abuse in nursing homes
Read MoreMotorcycle wrecks: Fatal collision still under investigation
Summertime means many people will be out enjoying the warmer weather and longer hours of daylight. Many motorcycle enthusiasts will take to the roads on their motorbikes, making the most of all that summer has to offer. Unfortunately, this also means that there is usually an increase in fatal motorcycle wrecks. The Georgia State Patrol… Continue reading Motorcycle wrecks: Fatal collision still under investigation
Read MoreMotor vehicle wrecks can be deadly
Interstate traffic can be challenging. There are the number of vehicles on the road, the various speeds at which vehicles travel, road construction and a variety of other concerns that can affect ttraffic. Unfortunately, there are also those times when motor vehicle wrecks occur and the challenge becomes even more personal. Drivers anticipate that there… Continue reading Motor vehicle wrecks can be deadly
Read MoreCar wreck claims the life of mother of 4
A fatal car wreck can devastate an affected family. Besides the emotional turmoil, if a parent dies in a car wreck, his or her children will have lost a provider and guide for the rest of their lives. One Georgia family may be going through this very thing after a fatal car wreck took the… Continue reading Car wreck claims the life of mother of 4
Read MoreCharges pending re fatal car wreck
When a car crash occurs, it can devastate a person’s life, or their family’s lives if the wreck proves to be fatal. This is likely the case in a recent car crash here in Georgia that left one man dead and authorities with countless questions as to what exactly happened. The Georgia State Patrol says that… Continue reading Charges pending re fatal car wreck
Read More30-year high in pedestrian deaths around the nation
The risks that go along with driving a car are obvious. They are heightened when pedestrians are in or near the roadway. One recent study shows that pedestrian deaths are the highest they’ve been in almost 30 years. In this regard, Georgia is said to be among the most dangerous states in the country. The Governors… Continue reading 30-year high in pedestrian deaths around the nation
Read MoreUnborn baby dies in one of state’s motor vehicle accidents
Cars have been on Georgia roadways in ever increasing numbers for well over 100 years. As the number of vehicles has increased so has the potential for accidents as the roadways become more crowded. Defensive driving is taught as a way to combat the chance of an accident happening. When a car crosses the center… Continue reading Unborn baby dies in one of state’s motor vehicle accidents
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