Articles Tagged with hazardous weather. winter roads

Georgia is known as the Peachtree state, yet there is no question that we get our share of winter weather. If you’re driving in winter, whether for a vacation, family reunion, or business trip, take some time to use simple tips to stay safe in winter weather. 

If you have experienced a crash, understanding your legal options may reduce stress. It may provide peace of mind to ask questions and explore your options with an experienced Marietta personal injury lawyer

Fatal Crash for Marietta Woman

Driving in Cobb County is a time to be alert, aware, and fully present. Recent accidents and collisions in the news have brought this fully to the forefront in the community. 

If you have experienced a crash or collision, understanding your legal options may reduce stress. It could provide peace of mind to ask questions and explore your options with an experienced Marietta personal injury lawyer

Deadly December Crash in Cobb County

With winter approaching, Georgia drivers need to be careful navigating potentially hazardous road conditions. Although local governments are responsible for most highway maintenance, Georgia law makes it difficult to hold officials responsible for failing to address even life-threatening hazards. The parents of a deceased child tragically learned this lesson recently from the Georgia Court of Appeals.

Jobling v. Shelton

On January 9, 2011, a major snowstorm hit Cobb County, Georgia, dumping upwards of six inches of snow on the area. Cobb County maintains about 2,500 miles of roads, and the County Department of Transportation was responsible for clearing ice and snow from all of them. The Department prioritized roads as “primary” or “secondary” and proceeded to treat all of them over a period of several days.

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