December 4, 2024 / Personal Injury

Types of Commercial Driver’s Licenses

Commercial trucks require training, skills, and special knowledge to operate. Therefore, drivers must obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to drive a large truck legally. Even though states issue CDLs, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the agency that sets the rules and standards for obtaining a commercial driver’s license. The Georgia Department […]

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November 26, 2024 / Car Accidents

Average Car Accident Settlement

According to the Georgia Department of Transportation, the state averages nearly half a million car crashes each year, resulting in almost 200,000 injuries and over 2,000 fatalities. If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one in a car accident, you may be eligible for compensation to cover associated costs and losses.  What can you […]

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November 26, 2024 / Car Accidents

What To Do if You’re Hit by an Amazon Flex Driver

Getting into a car accident with an Amazon Flex driver can be stressful and confusing. If this has happened to you in Georgia, know that you have legal options. Understanding what steps to take can help protect your rights and help you recover compensation for your injuries. Georgia personal injury law allows victims to take […]

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November 26, 2024 / Car Accidents

How Georgia’s Winter Weather Prep Compares To Other States

When many people think of Georgia, they imagine the warmth and sun that the Peach State is known for. However, Georgia does get its fair share of challenging winter weather. Residents in many places engage in winter prep to protect themselves from harsh weather. But how do the Peach State’s preparations compare to other states? […]

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November 26, 2024 / Car Accidents

Can I Have Just One Drink and Be Safe to Drive?

As social gatherings and dinners often involve alcoholic beverages, many people wonder if they can have just one drink and be safe to drive. The question is especially important in Georgia, given its strict DUI laws and the consequences of impaired driving. The Effects of “Just One Drink” One common misconception is that a single […]

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October 17, 2024 / Personal Injury

Plan Now To Avoid Child Injuries This Halloween

Halloween is an exciting time for children, filled with costumes, candy, and spooky fun. However, it can also bring various safety risks that parents need to be aware of. If you’re in Georgia, planning can help ensure your child enjoys a safe and memorable Halloween and prevent child injuries. Common Causes of Halloween Injuries Children […]

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October 9, 2024 / Georgia Law

At What Age Can Kids Sit in the Front Seat of a Car in Georgia?

Ensuring child passenger safety is crucial, as car accidents are a leading cause of injury for children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2020, over 63,000 children aged 12 and younger were injured in car crashes. Proper use of child restraint systems reduces the risk of fatal injury by up […]

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October 8, 2024 / Georgia Law

Georgia Highway Patrol Reports: What You Need To Know

If you’ve been in a car wreck in the state of Georgia, one of the very first things you should do (if you haven’t already) is to file a police report. You are required by Georgia law to do so in certain circumstances, even for what might seem even on the surface to be a […]

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September 18, 2024 / Personal Injury

How Long Do Class Action Lawsuits Take?

The class action lawsuit is one of two major legal innovations (the other being multidistrict litigation) designed to streamline litigation in the face of many claims with similar facts. Product liability cases, for example, are often well-suited to the class action form of litigation if there are many victims of the same defective pharmaceutical. Resolving […]

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September 13, 2024 / Georgia Law

Do You Need a Front License Plate in Georgia?

When you register a vehicle in Georgia for the first time, you will receive a metal license plate, registration sticker or decal, and registration certificate. While many states issue two license plates and require that they be displayed on the front and rear of your car, Georgia only requires a rear license plate. Here is […]

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