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With the large number of cars on Georgia’s roads, it doesn't seem like a surprise that hundreds of traffic accidents occur everyday. If you personally haven’t been involved in a car crash, you certainly have a friend or family member who has. However, it’s less likely that you’ve experienced being a pedestrian hit by a car, and these accidents can be some of the most horrific.

When you slip and fall somewhere, it may not seem like a serious accident at first. However, these can often result in serious injuries that will need to be addressed and they may be more common than you think, especially for older individuals. According to data put out by the Centers for Disease and Control (CDC), over 28% of adults aged 65 or older experience falls like this every year either in their home or on public property.

Having access to a swimming pool can provide a welcome relief from the summer heat and be enjoyed by family members of all ages. However, swimming pools can also be dangerous places. And a quick dip can quickly go wrong, especially when negligence from the property owner or pool staff is at play.

Every person reacts to alcohol consumption a bit differently, but at 0.08 percent BAC, most people start to lose balance, judgment, detection of danger, and self-control, which results in considerable effects on their driving ability, including reduced information-processing capability, signal detection, visual search, and impaired overall perception. The result can be deadly.

According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, teenage drivers, those 16 and 17 years old, are more likely to be involved in car accidents than any other age group. The study showed that the crash rate of drivers ages 16-17 was nearly double that of drivers 18-19 and approximately 4.5 times that of drivers 30-39, 40-49, and 50-59. Crash rates started to rise at age 70 but never reached the level of teenage drivers.

A traffic accident can occur at any time. You can be driving to work, or going out to do some shopping on a weekend morning, and suddenly you’re struck by another vehicle. Property damage and/or injuries can result. What you do, or don’t do, following an accident can have a huge impact on any insurance claim you may have, or on the potential for any lawsuit you may file against the at-fault driver.

Being hit by another car is always a stressful situation that can quickly throw your life into a tailspin. However, things get even more complicated when the other driver is uninsured or underinsured. Fortunately, you may still have options for compensation even if the other driver is not insured or does not have sufficient insurance coverage.

No one is ever prepared for a car accident. In fact, a car wreck can occur no matter how experienced and careful you think you are as a driver. Unfortunately, the prevalence of car accidents on Georgia roads can breed misinformation and misconception about car accident claims because many people do not verify their sources of information.

A car accident is one of the most frustrating and upsetting things that can happen to us in our everyday lives. Understandably, if you were involved in a car accident, you probably want to return to your normal life as soon as possible. However, you should never underestimate the importance of seeking medical attention.

According to statistics from Statista, there are over 300 million social media users in the United States as of 2023. Many individuals use social media platforms—such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube—to connect with other people, share information, and engage with news content. After an accident or injury, you may need to reconsider how you use social media. Posting information, photos, and comments about your accident might inadvertently affect your chance at receiving fair compensation for your injuries.