car accidents

Who is At Fault if I Rear-End a Semi-Truck in Georgia?

August 23, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Although all truck accidents in Georgia are inherently dangerous, the chances of catastrophic injuries are particularly high in rear-end crashes. Perhaps the most obvious example is when a semi-truck rear-ends a smaller vehicle, and this can obviously cause devastating damage. However, smaller vehicles impact the rears of semi-trailers more often than many realize. These accidents can be just as devastating, although the smaller vehicle still suffers the worst of the impact. Who is at fault in this situation?

Motorist Dies After Rear-Ending Semi-Truck in Georgia

The dangers associated with these crashes were made clear after a recent crash in Georgia. In August of 2024, it was reported that the driver of a KIA had lost their life after slamming into the back of a tractor-trailer.

Georgia Woman Killed by Brake Caliper Flying Through Windshield

August 16, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Imagine driving down a highway in Georgia when suddenly a foreign object smashes straight through your windshield. Although this might seem like a “freak accident,” it is exactly what one woman experienced before she lost her life. What can you do after a car accident in Georgia like this one? Who is responsible for objects smashing through windshields, and how can you pursue compensation for your damages?

Young Woman Dies in “Freak Accident” on Georgia Road

In August 2024, it was reported that a 20-year-old woman had lost her life in Georgia. She was riding in the passenger seat of her boyfriend’s car when a brake caliper smashed through the windshield, impacting her and causing fatal injuries. The authorities later determined that the brake caliper had detached from a nearby truck. The only silver lining was that her death was “almost instantaneous.”

Cars Keep Crashing Into Buildings in Cobb County

July 31, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

When a vehicle crashes in Georgia, the best anyone can hope for is a single-vehicle collision. Although the driver is still at risk in this scenario, innocent bystanders can at least escape unharmed. Impacts with other vehicles can make this situation worse, but crashing into a building has the potential to cause a major catastrophe. Unfortunately, cars seem to be crashing into Cobb County buildings at a worrying pace – and innocent people are facing real dangers. What can you do if you were injured in a Cobb County building collision?

Thieves Crash Rental Truck Into CVS Store

“Smash and grabs” are becoming all too common in Georgia, and now criminals are using vehicles to break into establishments. In July of 2024, WSB-TV reported that a group of organized thieves had intentionally crashed a rental truck into a CVS store. The authorities say that this was all part of a plan to steal or break into an ATM on the premises.

Numerous Government Vehicles Involved in Georgia Crashes

July 19, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Any driver can cause a serious accident in Cobb County. Everyone is capable of misconduct, negligence, or basic mistakes – including government employees operating government vehicles. Within the past few weeks, numerous government vehicles have been involved in serious crashes throughout Georgia. These accidents have led to various injuries, and they raise an important question: Can you sue a government agency for causing a car crash in Marietta?

Police Chase Injures Pregnant Woman

In June 2024, police reported that one of their pursuits had injured a pregnant woman in Georgia. The pursuit began in South Carolina, and the suspect eventually crossed the border into Georgia. Shortly thereafter, the suspect ran a red light and smashed into a vehicle operated by a pregnant woman. The pregnant woman survived the crash and received transport to a nearby hospital. Authorities stated that she was “okay,” but she obviously suffered some kind of injury as a result of the collision. Her car was reportedly totaled.

Suing for a Wrong-Way Crash in Georgia

June 7, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Wrong-way crashes in Georgia can cause some of the most dangerous crashes imaginable – and you do not have to be a physics professor to understand why. When two vehicles strike each other head-on, equal and opposite forces wreak havoc on the occupants. If you have experienced a crash like this firsthand, you are already well aware of the dangers. What can you do as you recover from your injuries? Can you pursue compensation for your medical expenses, missed wages, and other damages?

Wrong-Way Crash Causes Injuries in Marietta

Wrong-way crashes are relatively common in Marietta. In June of 2024, AOL reported that an 84-year-old driver had suffered serious injuries after a wrong-way collision on Trickum Road. Police say that another driver veered into the senior’s lane, causing a head-on collision. The driver of the other vehicle was much younger, casting doubt upon the “reckless senior driver” cliche. This younger driver and another passenger were also injured.

Teen Drivers: Put the Phone Away or Pay in Georgia

May 24, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Distracted driving has many forms, but for teen drivers, one of the most dangerous is texting. Texting combines visual, manual, and cognitive distractions. According to NHTSA, since 2007, drivers 16 to 24 year olds are at greater risk for distracted driving crashes, many due to messaging and texting.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident involving technology distraction, you may find it helpful to talk to an experienced Marietta personal injury lawyer.

What is the Georgia Law About Texting?

Distracted Driving: Understand Legal Consequences in Georgia

May 3, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

Distracted driving is an increasingly dangerous problem in Georgia. If you have been involved in an accident involving a distracted driver, you may want to discuss your accident with an experienced Marietta personal injury lawyer.

Distracted Driving in Georgia: Are You Alert?

Distracted driving is defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as “any activity that diverts attention from driving.”

What Makes Truck Accidents Different From Car Accidents?

February 23, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

There are more than 70,000 commercial trucks registered in Georgia. That means we share our roads with many big rigs, including others from other states. With so many trucks on the road, accidents are inevitable from time to time. When an accident with a large truck happens, it can be devastating to the other driver and passengers. These types of crashes can be more difficult to resolve, and you may need some legal assistance before you try to settle a truck accident case.

Truck Accidents Can Be More Serious

Accidents with large trucks can be more damaging than other types of accidents. Trucks outweigh passenger vehicles by quite a bit. A large semi can weigh up to 84,000 pounds. That much weight can make an accident with a smaller vehicle extremely serious. Depending on the circumstances, a tractor-trailer may sustain little damage, while a car might be totaled. Internal injuries, broken bones, head trauma, and lacerations and contusions are just some of the many injuries that may occur as the result of a collision with a large truck.

Georgia Rear-End Collisions – What You Need to Know

February 9, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

An accident can happen in an instant. One minute, you are driving along or stopped at a traffic light, and suddenly, boom, you are hit from behind. Getting hit in a rear-end collision can be traumatic, and it can also result in serious and painful injuries. A rear-end collision can hurt the driver as well as any passengers in your vehicle. If you were hurt in a rear-end accident, you may be owed compensation for your injuries and damages. An experienced personal injury attorney will assist you with your claim.

About Rear-End Collisions

Rear-end collisions are the most common type of accident in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Almost a third of all vehicle accidents in the United States are rear-end collisions. A rear-end accident happens when a driver hits another vehicle from behind. The front of one vehicle hits into the rear of another. The severity of the crash depends on a variety of factors, such as the speed at which the vehicles are traveling and the size and weight of the vehicles involved.

Winter Safety Travel Tips in Cobb County

January 12, 2024 | Benjamin S. Persons, IV

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