Open an app on your smartphone. Tap a button. Get a ride. A simple concept that was pioneered by Uber in 2009 has since created a worldwide phenomenon for anyone needing transportation. Fast-forward 10 years and the very same company has become the trailblazer for the bike and scooter industry. Jump is a dockless scooter …
If we told you that a study was done by the Governors Highway Safety Association and Georgia was ranked the 5th most dangerous place for pedestrians, would you be surprised? Would you take a 2nd look before crossing the street? Would you put your cell phone away and stop texting in order to avoid a …
A study published last week by the Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA) said that in 2016, pedestrian traffic fatalities increased by nearly 21% in the state of Georgia; as compared to 2015. Unfortunately, this isn’t just a problem within the state of Georgia as pedestrian traffic fatalities increased in 34 states. The study also found that the …
Pedestrians Hit By Cars Georgia law states that drivers must stop and remained stopped for pedestrians – not just yield to them. The law states: O.C.G.A. § 40-6-91 The driver of a vehicle shall stop and remain stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the roadway within a crosswalk when the pedestrian is upon the …
In the past year, we have touched on the importance of pedestrian safety. It seems that collisions involving pedestrians have become commonplace—not only in Georgia, but throughout the United States. As a law firm, we have assisted many individuals and families whose loved ones were involved in pedestrian accidents, as well as hit and run …
Avoid a Wrongful Death in Your Family! The spooky and clever décor dons the front entryway of our homes. The anticipation to have both the frightful and innocent hands reach into the sugar-infested dish can hardly be contained as Halloween approaches. For many of us the joys of Halloweens are not because of the candy, …
A text we think we need to respond to immediately. Running late for an appointment. Whatever it may be, nothing is worth risking a run-in with a pedestrian. Recently, we have seen the unfortunate news of a pedestrian fatally struck on I-285 in Sandy Springs, closing all lanes of traffic on Thursday morning and a …
The dog days of summer have ceased and the commotion of a new school year has begun. We are overwhelmed with supplies, heavy backpacks, fresh haircuts and smiles from children who cannot wait to catch up with friends and maybe learn a thing or two. As parents we feel a sense of relief that our …
Pedestrians involved in vehicle accidents often suffer very severe injuries, based on the fact that they have no protection against impact. If you were struck by a car or another type of motor vehicle, consult an attorney about your prospects for pursuing a case. In any accident, the court looks at all parties involved and …
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