On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Apr 26, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
All car accidents carry with them the risk of serious injuries and fatalities. Some, however, are more dangerous than others. For people who are stopped at a red light or a stop sign and are suddenly rear-ended, their vulnerability places them at significant risk....
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Apr 18, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Smartphone use is a part of daily life in Georgia and across the nation. It has become something that is necessary for people to work, keep track of family members and much more. However, as with any relatively new aspect of life, it can become problematic and...
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Apr 4, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Distracted driving is a frequent topic of discussion in Georgia because the problem is so widespread. The issue sparked action from legislators as a new law was passed prohibiting the use of a handheld device when behind the wheel. The goal of the law is to improve...
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Mar 28, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
There is no doubt that texting and driving and other distracted driver behaviors place people at risk of becoming injured or dying in car accidents. In Georgia and throughout the U.S., legislators and law enforcement are keenly aware of the potential for damage that...
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Mar 21, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable people to car accidents on the streets in Georgia. With the number of drivers who are reckless behind the wheel, are not paying attention to the road or are under the influence, crashes can happen without warning and lead to...
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Mar 15, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
For Georgia residents who are busy and might not get the necessary amount of sleep to feel fully rested, it might seem to be a required trade-off to complete the various personal and professional tasks they have throughout the day. Most will think it is not a critical...
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Mar 8, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Studies are common to determine what dangers are on the road across the U.S. When these research projects are done, there is usually information about individual states. For example, some states are found to have greater risk for certain kinds of accidents than...
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Feb 28, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
No matter how many times Georgia drivers are advised to keep a close watch on the road for motorcyclists, they still tend to forget that riders are on smaller vehicles and are inherently vulnerable to injuries and death in a crash. Unfortunately, motorcycle-car...
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Feb 21, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
When there is a report of people being injured after a car accident in Georgia, there is an automatic assumption that a collision is what caused the injuries. However, when drivers seek to avoid a crash, people can still be hurt in the aftermath. Those who suffered...
On behalf of Claridge Law Firm | Feb 7, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
In Georgia, people often make the mistake of getting behind the wheel after they have been drinking. Besides the possibility of an arrest and jail time, this can lead to accidents that cause injuries or death. Frequently, those who are injured or killed are simply...
