Drivers shouldn't assume that any trip, even a short one on a local road, comes without the risk of an accident. Mechanical problems, mishaps, errors in judgment and other issues could lead to a crash. Minor "fender benders" between two compact cars traveling at low...
Year: 2020
Is a verbal will legally binding?
If you don't want to deal with the process of estate planning in Georgia, it might sound tempting to opt for a verbal will. Instead of writing out your estate plan, you can simply tell your loved ones how you want your assets divided when you're close to death....
Speeding continues to be factor in fatal crashes
Many Georgia drivers need reminding of how dangerous it is to speed. The faster they go, the harder it will be to avoid debris on the road or a car that has suddenly turned into their lane. Higher speeds also mean more severe crashes. Over a quarter of all fatal...
How are bedsores tied to nursing home neglect?
When you make the difficult decision to place your loved one in a nursing home, you'd like to believe that your loved one will get the best possible care. Unfortunately, this isn't always the case. Every year, hundreds of nursing home residents are victims of abuse...
The problem of elder abuse
It's an unfortunate fact that elder abuse is a big problem in the United States today. People in Georgia need to know that as many as 5 million senior citizens are abused and neglected in this country annually. Though these statistics are shocking, it's important to...
Dealing with insurers after a car accident
Georgia drivers who are involved in a car accident should be aware that they will be dealing with their insurance company, and the other driver's insurer, early on. They will first of all be reporting the accident to their own insurance company and then determining...
Car accident injuries: the most common and severe
A car accident can injure almost any part of the body, and so it can be good to know what types of injuries are most common. You were in a crash in Suwanee, Georgia, and perhaps you're wondering if you can file a claim. You could take this information, then, and...
What Georgia residents should know about whiplash
Whiplash is a common injury that often results from motor vehicle accidents. While some people don't report feeling symptoms until hours or even days after the crash, whiplash can be a serious injury that shouldn't be ignored. If a person suspects that they have...
Teens and older people tend to drive older, unsafe cars
The risk for a car crash in Georgia is highest among teen drivers and drivers aged 65 or older. Unfortunately, these two age groups raise the risk even more by tending to drive older vehicles that are not as safe as newer models. This was the conclusion of a study...
What to know about the LLC structure
There is a good chance that Georgia law will allow you to structure your company as a limited liability company, or LLC. Individuals or entities who have an ownership stake in your company will be referred to as members. It is usually permissible to be the only member...