Recent Blog Posts
How to Lower Your Chances of Drowsy Driving Accidents
Drowsy driving is one of the most dangerous risks for a driver and for other cars on the road. It has become a leading contributor in car accidents alongside driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Here are some tips to help you be more aware of yourself and others by eliminating driving… Read More »
What to Do If Your Supplemental Security Income Claim Was Denied
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be a great way to ensure you and your family can get by. Unfortunately, the government cannot approve all of the claims they receive. Just because your Supplemental Security Income claim was denied doesn’t mean you’re out of options. In fact, you have a 60-day period after your claim… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ compensation (also known as workman’s comp) is a type of insurance required by each state that pays medical bills and lost wages if you are injured or get an illness at work. Workers’ compensation covers most job-related injuries, and in most cases you can get these benefits regardless of who was at fault…. Read More »
3 Apps to Stop Texting While Driving
When it comes to driving, it’s extremely important to stay focused on the road and to be completely aware of your surroundings. The VTTI Driver Distraction in Commercial Vehicle Operations study shows that a driver is 23 times more likely to be in an accident if texting while driving. You may remember our recent… Read More »
Understanding Product Recalls and Defects
As a consumer, you should be able to trust the products you and your family use on a regular basis. Whether you are traveling in your vehicle or your child is playing with a toy, you deserve to feel safe. If you or a loved one has suffered any degree of injury while properly… Read More »
Pain and Suffering – Demystified
In some personal injury cases, a person who has experienced pain as a result of an injury may be awarded a type of compensation called “pain and suffering.” The court tries to assign a value to your pain, suffering, loss and inconvenience as you work, play with your kids, and live your life. Pain… Read More »
Insurance Claims Denied After Georgia Snowstorms
As the last of the snow finally melts from the two major Georgia snowstorms, we are hearing that a large number of insurers are denying car wreck claims caused by driver negligence on icy road conditions. This is a common practice by big insurance companies when a large-scale catastrophic event happens. A similar situation… Read More »
Lessons Learned From The Winter Storm That Paralyzed Georgia
On Tuesday, January 28th, a “surprise” winter storm wreaked havoc on Atlanta and the entire State of Georgia, making national headline news. What paralyzed much of the state was not the 2-3 inches of snow, but this recipe for disaster: Icy conditions Untreated roads Volume of drivers Time of day Georgia Interstates Become Parking… Read More »
It Can Wait®: A Campaign To Stop Texting While Driving
With more than enough distractions to keep Georgia drivers from focusing on the road, texting while driving is increasingly becoming a big temptation for drivers, especially teens. According to OnlineSchools.com, 13% of drivers ages 18-20 involved in car wrecks admitted to texting or talking on their mobile devices at the time of the crash…. Read More »
The Furious Repercussions of Driving Too Fast
‘Fast and Furious’ star Paul Walker’s sudden death involving a fatal wreck alerted our team to reinforce the importance of driving defensively and understanding the consequences of reckless distracted driving. According to the NY Daily News, the Porsche Carrera GT carrying Paul Walker and Walker’s business partner, Roger Rodas, wrecked due to excessive speed…. Read More »