Robert M. Hammers | November 11, 2024 | Car Accidents
The main goal of installing traffic and red light cameras in Atlanta is to reduce the number of crashes at signaled intersections. Red light running crashes cause about 800 traffic deaths every year in the United States. In Georgia, there are approximately 5,200 red light running accidents, resulting in an average of 25 deaths and […]
Robert M. Hammers | October 22, 2024 | Car Accidents
Anyone purchasing a vehicle must carefully weigh factors like size, comfort, appearance, performance, and cost. However, one of the most important considerations for many consumers is safety. Fortunately, it’s not hard to find the safest car brands in the world — trusted organizations like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute […]
Robert M. Hammers | October 11, 2024 | Car Accidents
As you probably expect, Atlanta has more car accidents than any other city in Georgia due to its size. However, some Georgia cities with the highest number of crashes may surprise you. Here are the counties and cities with the most motor vehicle accidents in Georgia. Georgia Counties With The Most Fatal Accidents According to […]
Robert M. Hammers | September 13, 2024 | Car Accidents
In 2021, nearly 400,000 car crashes occurred in Georgia. Only around 7,000 resulted in serious injuries, and a little less than 1,700 resulted in fatalities. Of course, to say “only” is an understatement, though. These accidents still account for the loss of hundreds of lives and an abundance of lives that are forever changed. Should […]
Robert M. Hammers | September 6, 2024 | Car Accidents
No law says you must have a police report to file a car accident claim in Georgia. However, proving the legal elements required to win a claim can be more challenging without a police report. Furthermore, Georgia law requires drivers to report most car accidents to the police. Therefore, it is better to err on […]
Robert M. Hammers | August 15, 2024 | Car Accidents
According to statistics, motor vehicle accidents result in thousands of injuries throughout Georgia every year. In 2022, the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety reported 8,937 serious injuries and an additional 1,818 fatalities on Georgia roadways. But keeping track of injury rates isn’t the only reason car accident reports are needed. You may need a copy […]
Robert M. Hammers | July 4, 2024 | Car Accidents
If you seek to file a car accident claim in Georgia, be aware that you don’t have unlimited time to file a lawsuit. Georgia has an interest in seeing to it that people file their claims within a reasonable time. Consequently, the legislature has enacted a statute of limitations, with numerous exceptions that cover certain […]
Robert M. Hammers | June 5, 2024 | Car Accidents
After some years of decline, The City in a Forest — Atlanta, Georgia — has reclaimed its status as a home to more than half a million citizens. Its neighborhoods are filled with great local restaurants, and the real estate market is booming. Traffic, however, leaves quite a bit to desire. After all, congested roads […]
Robert M. Hammers | June 5, 2024 | Car Accidents
For the last several years, Fulton County (and Atlanta, by connection) has led the state of Georgia in traffic crash fatalities. Despite your best efforts to drive safely, you might find yourself on the receiving end of one of these incidents, suffering severe, life-altering injuries. Of course, in the moments following a car accident, you’ll […]
Robert M. Hammers | April 18, 2024 | Car Accidents
An Atlanta car accident lawyer becomes your ally in the chaos after a car crash. A lawyer’s main job is to advocate for your rights and obtain compensation for your losses. If you have been involved in a car accident, an Atlanta car accident lawyer can help you build your case. Car accident attorneys seek […]