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How red turn signals put drivers in danger
As a driver in Georgia, you probably want your car to be equipped with as many safety features as you can afford. Newer vehicles, of course, have crash avoidance devices like collision warning and automatic emergency braking, but they could just as easily benefit from...
Advanced safety systems promising but not foolproof
Several studies by different agencies indicate that advanced safety features in motor vehicles may actually reduce the number of crashes on roads in Georgia and across the country. According to research conducted by LexisNexis Risk Solutions, for example, vehicles...
Estate planning for parents of children with special needs
While some parents in Georgia entering retirement may decide to fund a portion of their adult children's expenses, others don’t have a choice. Parents of children with special needs have to figure out a way to continue to care for those children after they retire....
What does breach of contract involve?
Various entities enter into contracts in the state of Georgia for a variety of reasons. A professional athlete, for example, may sign a contract to play for a sports team. A homeowner may sign an agreement with a construction business to add a new addition to a home....
What to know about encroachments
Encroachments occur when a neighbor builds something that crosses over into your property. An encroachment could also occur if a tree or plant grows into your yard. When buying a home in Georgia, it is important to look for encroachments as they can cause problems in...
GHSA estimates 60% rise in pedestrian deaths from 2009 to 2019
Residents of Georgia will want to be careful as more and more pedestrians are being killed in this country. In 2019, this state saw one of the highest numbers of pedestrian fatalities along with Florida, Texas, California and Arizona. Together, these five states,...
Georgia’s modified comparative negligence law
Georgia residents who intend to pursue a personal injury case should understand the laws regarding negligence. Negligence is just one example of a tort, or an unlawful violation of a legal right. In this case, it is the right to be safe on the road, on someone's...
GHSA preliminary study: pedestrian deaths continue to rise
The Governors Highway Safety Administration has made a preliminary study of traffic deaths in 2019. One area it focused on was pedestrian fatalities. Their numbers, Georgia residents should be aware, were consistently declining for two decades prior to 2009, after...
Common and solemn form probate
When some in Georgia dies, their property does not automatically pass to their beneficiaries. Whether or not they have a will, their estate must pass through probate. There is a technical process that follows that requires adherence to all of the details and...
How to keep teen drivers safe during 100 deadliest days
For every mile traveled, drivers aged 16 and 17 run triple the risk for a fatal crash than adults. Teens are naturally more prone to be negligent and even reckless when behind the wheel, and this comes out especially during the summer. In fact, the period between...
