Georgia Law

Distracted driving can occur in a wide variety of ways. This includes using a phone or another type of device, eating or drinking behind the wheel, playing with pets, talking to others in the vehicle, rubbernecking, and more. Distracted Driving Awareness Month is in April, a National Safety Council initiative. The agency wants to help... read more

2024 is already underway, and while we certainly hope for a decrease in total highway collision injuries and fatalities this year, the reality is that there are certain high-risk highways you and every driver in this state should be aware of. The car accident attorneys in Newnan want to inform readers about the high-risk highways... read more

When you are a tenant, you typically have control over the property for the time frame outlined in the lease. Most injuries that occur on the property during the time you are a renter will not be the fault of the landlord. However, landlords can be held responsible for some types of incidents that lead... read more

Vehicle accidents can lead to significant injuries and property damage, and individuals deserve compensation if the accident was caused by the actions of another driver. But what happens if you get involved in an accident with a leased vehicle? Does this change the dynamics of the incident and compensation recovery process in any way? Leased... read more

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”), a division of the United States Department of Transportation, recently released a report stating that traffic fatalities in the United States increased significantly from 2019 to 2020. This is despite the COVID-19 pandemic and presumably less drivers on the road during 2020. A large portion of the increase... read more

Rideshare services are incredibly popular, and most people have taken at least one rideshare service. Uber and Lyft are the most popular, but there are certainly other rideshare companies across the country. But what happens if an accident involving a rideshare vehicle occurs? Who will ultimately be held responsible? Here, we want to discuss liability... read more

Motorcyclists in Georgia enjoy beautiful riding weather and scenery throughout much of the year. However, it is crucial for any motorcyclist in Georgia, whether a local or a visitor from out of state, to understand the laws that apply to them before they head out on the roadway. Here, we want to discuss the most... read more

Car seats save children’s lives. There is no more succinct way to put that. You might be shocked to find out how many people do not know about car seat laws in Georgia or how many people simply ignore them. Here, we want to make it very clear that Georgia does have car seat laws.... read more