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Rethinking motorcycle safety could save your life
When you take the road as a motorcyclist, you understand that you don’t have walls or windows to shield you in case of a crash. Therefore, you wear a helmet and other protective gear each time you ride. But what if there was a way you could take even more precaution...
Heat stress is a serious risk – indoors and outdoors
Most people look forward to summer, whether it is because they have a vacation planned or enjoy the summer activities. However, the summer season can bring overwhelmingly hot weather to Georgia. Individuals might get used to this kind of weather, but it can be a...
How bicyclists can increase their safety in Georgia
When you take your bicycle out for a spin in your neighborhood or on a long trek the chance of getting in an accident might not cross your mind. But being prepared for worst-case scenario can help you preserve your safety. Through data collected in recent years, it’s...
How can you get compensation after a hit-and-run?
It is illegal for a driver to leave the scene of an auto accident. And yet, hit-and-run accidents occur all too frequently. In fact, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that, according to the most recent data, hit-and-run accidents have increased in the last...
The risk of trench collapses is only rising
Construction workers are aware that they face high risks on the job. They often work at great heights on worksites, lift heavy loads and operate heavy machinery – all of which involve a serious risk of injury. However, one of the most serious risks that construction...
Georgia city passed law to protect “vulnerable road users”
Nowadays, sharing the road is more important than ever. In big cities like Atlanta, vehicles of all sizes, pedestrians and bicyclists navigate the roads. Everyone has the responsibility to follow traffic laws and the rules of the road, but, unfortunately, the chances...
Waste work: One of the most dangerous industries
In the United States, there are roughly 451,000 workers in the waste management and services industry. These workers face some of the highest risks in the workforce, with refuse and recycle collection ranking as the fifth most dangerous job, with an average of 44...
Am I getting enough for my car accident settlement?
It is doubtful that the victim of a car accident has any prior knowledge about what they deserve in a fair settlement. It is complicated to recognize the full cost of a car accident, so what can you do to ensure that you are getting fair compensation for your...
Tips for teen drivers
For teenagers, driving is a rite of passage into adulthood. Teens are often extremely eager to get behind the wheel of a car and drive without supervision. Despite all the excitement to drive, do teenagers have the necessary information to drive safely? The number one...
What factors increase the risk of a motorcycle accident?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the number of motorcyclist fatalities decreased by 5% in 2018. Even with this report from the NHTSA, two facts remain: the likelihood of a motorcycle accident being fatal is still very high, and...
