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You probably know that there is a minimum speed limit on interstates around Atlanta. It’s not a problem if everyone is stuck in traffic, but when you’re the only one going below the limit, you put yourself and others in danger by breaking the speed expectations. Even if the cause is not your fault, the …

COVID-19 may still be rampant, but that won’t stop some from gathering for St. Patrick’s Day and doing what most people do that day. Enjoying alcohol is popular for the holiday, but that means an increased risk for DUI. The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety issued a warning to everyone that the police will look …

One of the great frustrations of hit-and-run accidents is that the responsible driver may never face consequences. In order to seek damages, you need to have someone to sue. Still, police do their best to find these drivers, and sometimes they’re caught because they commit another crime, like in this case. 11 Alive reports that …

We have an update on a story that happened at Six Flags Over Georgia. WMAZ reports that a child died after he was struck in the parking lot of the theme park. On March 6, police came to the theme park to take a report of the incident. The responsible driver was taking four children, …

WMAZ Channel 13 CBS News reported recently that a tragic motor vehicle accident took place in Macon, GA in the early morning hours of Monday, March 1, 2021 that left a young woman and her uncle dead as they rushed to the hospital to be with another family member that had been shot in an …

11 Alive reported recently that wounds from a recent motor vehicle accident in the college town of Athens, GA were tragically responsible for the death of a Gwinnett County man on Monday, February 15, 2021, two days after the original accident occurred.  According to the Athens-Clarke County Police Department, the original accident took place on …

WMAZ CBS Channel 13 News reported recently that a recent motor vehicle accident in the Macon area on Thursday, February 18, 2021 blocked traffic along Interstate 75 and led to severe congestion during the morning rush hour.   According to the Georgia Department of Transportation and the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the incident took place on …

11 Alive reported recently that a skateboarding mishap led to serious injuries for a young teenager from Peachtree City, a suburb on the southwest side of metro Atlanta, on Saturday, February 20, 2021. According to local authorities and the boy’s family, the incident took place on Saturday, February 20, 2021 in the Peachtree City area. …

Our founder, John Foy, was recently featured on the widely popular and engaging weekly TV show, Atlanta Eats. As Atlanta Eats founder and host Steak Shapiro remarks in the segment, he and Foy were “sitting back and talking about something we love: food and dining, and drinks.” Foy and Shapiro discussed how the dining experience …

Many car accidents in Georgia happen because a driver failed to yield the right-of-way to another, resulting in a collision. If you were hurt in a car accident caused by a driver who didn’t yield the right-of-way, you are likely entitled to seek damages for your medical bills, lost wages, and more. This article will …

There are a few different reasons why you may need SR-22 car insurance in Georgia. From license suspension to DUI convictions, we have listed nine scenarios where the state of Georgia requires SR-22 insurance below. What Is SR-22 Car Insurance? When a driver in Georgia is required to have SR-22 insurance, they must file an SR-22 …

Getting run off the road by another vehicle, and getting into an accident, as a result, can be very dangerous. No matter how you crash afterward, you may face severe injuries and vehicle damage. What’s worse, the motorist might be a “phantom driver“ who doesn’t stop or even realize they caused your crash. If you crashed after …

In Georgia, exceeding the speed limit and driving at a speed greater than is “reasonable and prudent” based on road conditions is against the law. But the penalties for speeding depend on how fast the accused driver is going. If they are going fast enough, the consequences might fall under Georgia’s “super speeder” law. What …

Driving without a license is a crime in all states, including Georgia. However, there’s a difference between not having a valid license at all and simply forgetting your legally issued license at home. Both have consequences, but the former is more serious. If you need assistance with a driving without a license charge in Georgia, …

Many drivers have, at one point or another, accidentally cut someone off while driving. But sometimes, the consequences can be serious. For example, if a driver pulls out in front of another and the second driver swerves to avoid a collision, they may crash. If this happens, what can the driver expect from a legal …

Home Depot is the largest Georgia-based company and employs more than 400,000 workers. But in addition to being a massive enterprise, Home Depot also has its fair share of workers’ compensation claims.  What do you need to know if you were hurt as a home depot employee? You may be eligible for financial benefits, and a …

Georgia has strict helmet laws compared to other states. Regardless of whether it’s a legal requirement, wearing a helmet is a good idea for your safety as well. But you can’t just wear any helmet—it must meet specific requirements to comply with Georgia law.  Basic Helmet Requirements in Georgia Georgia law requires that you always …

All 50 states have their own version of a Good Samaritan Law. Georgia has had its own version since as early as 1962, and it has been dramatically expanded and improved over the years. You Can’t Be Sued for Trying to Help Someone in Georgia The idea of a Good Samaritan Law is simple: if …