Auto Accident
How Georgia Handles Diminished Value Claims After a Car Accident
A serious traffic accident can leave you fighting an uphill battle against more than just repair bills and insurance claims. Once a damaged vehicle is fixed, a lot of drivers find out that their car is now worth less than it was before the crash. Even when repairs are done properly, buyers often take a…
Read MoreWhy Does Atlanta’s “Spaghetti Junction” Cause So Many Serious Injury Crashes?
Atlanta drivers are familiar with some of the busiest roads in the Southeast, but few locations have a reputation quite like Spaghetti Junction. Formally named the Tom Moreland Interchange, this interchange between Interstate 85 and Interstate 285 is a massive network of ramps, bridges, and merging lanes that handles hundreds of thousands of vehicles every…
Read MoreProving Distracted Driving through Phone Records
If the driver who caused your crash claims they were paying attention, their phone records might show otherwise. In Georgia, cell phone data is a key tool for proving fault in distracted driving cases. When a driver denies using their phone during a collision, records from phone companies, app logs, and GPS data can offer…
Read MoreCan You Sue for PTSD After a Car Accident in Georgia?
According to a 2025 study, nearly 25% of all car accident survivors go on to experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for as long as three years following an accident. Even survivors of relatively minor accidents report PTSD-related symptoms for months after a crash and may require mental health treatment to move towards recovery.…
Read MoreHow Traffic Cameras in Atlanta Can Help (or Hurt) Your Personal Injury Claim
Traffic cameras can be found all throughout Atlanta and in some instances, they may play a pivotal role in determining what caused an accident. If you suffered injuries in a car crash caused by another driver, you may benefit from accessing that footage. By going over how traffic cameras in Atlanta can help or hurt…
Read MoreHow Atlanta’s Growing Scooter Traffic Affects Auto Accident Liability
People in Atlanta made 1.5 million trips using micromobility devices within the first six months of 2025. Many of these trips were conducted with scooters, which Atlanta residents have come to rely on. Scooters may be convenient, but they also come with significant risks. Sharing the road with larger vehicles means that riders are often…
Read MoreHow Georgia’s Pre-Suit Settlement Demands Can Influence Your Personal Injury Case
When you’ve been injured in a car accident in Georgia, the thought of legal action may not be the first thing on your mind. But when medical bills and lost wages start adding up, you have to take action. Most people automatically think of lawsuits when they think about personal injury claims—in fact, that’s why…
Read MoreE-Scooter and E-Bike Injury Liability in Georgia
Electric scooters and bikes have become increasingly popular across the United States in recent years, giving people fast and convenient ways to get around. While e-scooters and e-bikes have many benefits, they can also be very dangerous. Accidents involving e-scooters and e-bikes are on the rise, and because these are relatively new methods of transportation,…
Read MorePTSD and Emotional Distress Claims After an Accident
If you’ve ever had a loved one involved in an accident, the first thing you probably thought about was the physical injuries, rather than the emotional fallout of the collision. Broken bones and lacerations are immediately visible, while mental health conditions caused by collisions can take days or weeks to show up. Post-traumatic stress disorder,…
Read MoreWhy Early Medical Treatment is Crucial Under Georgia Law
After a car accident or serious fall, your first instinct is to check if you are injured. If you do not feel any immediate severe pain or see any blood, it is natural to breathe a sigh of relief and assume you are in the clear. This is when many people deny medical care and…
Read MoreGeneral Motors Recalls Nearly 60,000 Trucks and SUVS Due to the Risk of Engine Failure
Trucks are difficult to drive when they’re in good operating condition. That’s why drivers need a special commercial driver’s license. When trucks have defects, accidents can easily happen which can cause injuries and deaths. The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and truck manufacturers themselves issue recalls when complaints and investigations indicate that a…
Read MoreHow Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer after a Car Accident in Georgia?
Everybody believes that lawyers are expensive — don’t they? If you’re a broke car accident victim, out of work pending recovery from your injuries, can you afford a lawyer to represent you for a personal injury claim? The answer that will surprise many people is actually yes, you absolutely can if you have a strong…
Read MoreMother and Four Children Killed in Fiery Crash in McIntosh County
Tragedy struck on April 6 along the busy I-95 corridor in McIntosh County, Georgia. A mother and her four children were killed in a devastating crash when their Jeep Cherokee collided with another vehicle and burst into flames. The family was headed to Florida when the accident happened. At Harris Lowry Manton LLP, based in…
Read MoreWhen Can Kids Sit in the Front Seat in Georgia? And Other Questions About Kids in Cars Answered
Parents know that from the minute they want to take their newborn home from the hospital, there are requirements for how to safely restrain them in the car. The laws and best practices seem to keep evolving, and it can be difficult to know when children grow or age out of the requirements for children’s…
Read MoreCar Accidents Caused by Brake-Checking in Georgia
Brake-checking occurs when a driver purposely slows down or stops without warning – often to cause the driver behind them to rear-end their car. In most rear-end collisions, the driver in the rear will be presumed responsible for the collision, but brake-checking can be an exception. Drivers that deliberately brake-check are intentionally causing or inviting…
Read MoreFive Injured and One Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash in DeKalb County
The Dunwoody Police Department (DPD) reports that one person was killed and five more were injured in a multi-vehicle accident on I-285 in DeKalb County. According to Atlanta News First, officers responded to the crash at 4:43 a.m. on I-285 westbound at Chamblee Dunwoody Road, where they found six vehicles involved. Initially, three vehicles collided,…
Read MoreHow Accident Reconstruction Helps Prove Your Case
Accident reconstruction combines principles of physics, engineering, and forensic science to produce a comprehensive understanding of a motor vehicle accident. It is used by law enforcement, insurance companies, legal professionals, and safety organizations to determine liability, improve road safety, and prevent future accidents. What is accident reconstruction? Accident reconstruction is a scientific process used to…
Read MoreAtlanta City Council Wants Lifetime License Suspensions for Drunk and Speeding Drivers
Speeding is a very common cause of car accidents in Atlanta and the surrounding region. When drivers operate their vehicles at a high rate of speed, there is an increased risk that the individual will lose control of their car and cause serious injuries. Fast-moving cars are also likely to create far more force when…
Read MoreWhat Is Pedal Confusion?
In today’s world of busy highways and roadways, the risks of accidents are ever-present. Among the many causes of traffic incidents, an often overlooked but significant factor is “pedal confusion.” Pedal confusion occurs when a driver unintentionally presses the wrong pedal, leading to unexpected and sometimes catastrophic consequences. As Savannah personal injury attorneys with experience…
Read MoreWhy Are Rear-End Car Accidents So Common?
The familiar sight of a car’s brake lights suddenly illuminating in traffic, followed by the ominous crunch of metal meeting metal, often marks the onset of a rear-end car accident. These incidents are unfortunately common in Savannah, GA. Despite their reputation for being relatively minor and harmless, some rear-end collisions can lead to serious injuries…
Read MoreWill a $23M Grant Actually Make Savannah’s Roads Safer?
Due to the increasing number of severe and fatal car accidents on Savannah’s highways and local roadways, the city has requested a very hefty grant. The goal of this grant is to make Savannah’s roads safer for both residents and visitors. According to an article published by The Current, the city of Savannah applied for…
Read MoreHow to Discuss Your Savannah Car Accident
After a car accident, there are many parties who will want to ask you what happened. Aside from your lawyer, the responding officer, your insurance company, and the other driver’s insurance company will all ask you to give your side of the events. You do not need to speak with your insurance provider immediately after…
Read MoreAtlanta Drivers Face More Risks Than Ever
Atlanta grapples with a severe problem of reckless driving, marked by a record setting number of car accidents in recent years. Reckless driving, defined as willfully endangering others, encompasses behaviors like speeding, distracted driving, and road rage, among other dangerous behaviors. Are Atlanta roads more dangerous than ever before? The short answer is yes. Recent…
Read MoreTesla’s Autopilot Is Killing People
There is no doubt that technology has brought us into a new age. Technological improvements have always simplified human tasks, whether for the better or worse. As the automotive industry evolves and embraces autonomous driving technologies, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) equipped with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) has become a topic of concern, especially…
Read MoreHow to Spot a Dangerous Driver in Savannah
Our vibrant city of Savannah attracts visitors from all around the world. With Interstate Route-95 passing through the heart of our city, our tourist economy bustles with travelers either fleeing the cold northern winters or enjoying our beautiful summer weather. Having such an attractive town does carry hazards, though. As a destination city, vacationers and…
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