Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Georgia’s Alarming Pedestrian Fatality Rate
Over the last decade, there has been a distressing uptick in the number of fatal pedestrian accidents in the U.S. Unfortunately, Georgia is no exception to this alarming trend. In fact, our state was recently ranked amongst the worst states for pedestrian safety. For instance, one recent six month period saw an overall increase… Read More »
Proving Fault for a Georgia Truck Accident
If you were involved in a truck accident and were driving a smaller passenger car at the time, you are likely suffering from serious injuries and significant property damage. Like any other type of vehicle accident case, an injured party can only obtain reimbursement for these losses by first proving liability and damages. Unfortunately,… Read More »
Reviewing a Georgia Car Accident Report
After being involved in a car crash, accident victims are strongly encouraged to obtain a copy of the accident report that was filed by the police officers who responded to the scene. This report contains valuable information that people can use when filing accident claims with insurers or when taking a case to court…. Read More »
Fatal Wrong-Way Accidents are Common in Georgia
Wrong-way crashes occur a lot more than most people realize. For instance, one study released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety revealed that there are more than 500 fatal wrong-way crashes on U.S. roads every year. Of the states with the highest rate of these kinds of crashes, Georgia ranked fifth. Factors Related… Read More »
Why are Tire Failure Accidents So Common in Georgia?
Tire blowouts have become an increasingly concerning problem on Georgia’s roadways, an issue that is largely attributed to the fluctuating temperatures across the state, as well as a lack of tire maintenance by vehicle owners. The stress that temperature-related over and under inflation and wear and tear on the tires can result in uneven… Read More »
An Alarming increase in Fatal Slip and Fall Accidents Among Seniors
Slip and fall accidents can happen to anyone, regardless of gender or age. There are, however, certain populations that do tend to be involved in these kinds of accidents more often than others. Seniors, for instance, or those who are over the age of 65 years old, are injured at a much higher rate… Read More »
Increased Weight Limits for Commercial Vehicles in Georgia Could Have Devastating Consequences
Anyone who has spent any time on our state’s roadways knows just how common the sight of commercial vehicles has become. Weighing upwards of 80,000 pounds and sometimes stretching to 70 or 80 feet, commercial freight trucks pose an ever-looming threat to other drivers. This danger may have been increased in recent weeks after… Read More »
Driving Risks in Georgia
Extreme Weather It is not uncommon in Georgia for residents to experience extreme weather conditions, including intense heat and devastating storms. Driving in these conditions is extremely dangerous, so anyone who spends time on the road, or who is planning a road trip this summer, should be sure to remain up-to-date on the weather… Read More »
Major Rideshare Companies Reducing Insurance Protection in Georgia
If you live in Georgia and use rideshare services provided by companies like Uber and Lyft, you should know that the amount of insurance that protects you in the event of a collision was recently lowered significantly. Starting on July 1st of this year, Uber and Lyft reduced the amount of uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM)… Read More »
Taking Photos that Will Support Your Car Accident Claim
It can be easy, in the aftermath of an accident, to forget about things like taking photos to support an eventual insurance or personal injury claim. Using your phone, however, after a crash can be more important than you may imagine, as these photos can provide crucial evidence of both fault and liability, painting… Read More »
