The long-term complications of whiplash
In a motor vehicle accident, the force of the collision can force your head to jerk back and forth, resulting in severe neck injuries, including whiplash. The rapid back-and-forth motion can damage...
View ArticleTraumatic brain injuries can alter how you handle stress
Your brain is responsible for how you express your emotions. After a TBI, you may struggle with depression, anxiety and feelings of anger. TBI affects the areas of the brain that control emotion, and...
View ArticleWhy are injury rates so high among hotel housekeepers?
Anyone who makes a living cleaning Georgia hotel rooms may understand how common aches, pains and injuries are in this line of work. Working in any hotel or resort brings with it certain hazards, but...
View ArticleOptimizing your experience with an ignition interlock device
A DUI might feel like the end of the world, but there are things you can do to mitigate its consequences. Depending on the severity of your situation, you might qualify to have an ignition interlock...
View ArticleMore professional truck drivers testing positive for marijuana
Numerous studies have shown that using marijuana impacts driving ability, and yet many motorists across Georgia and the rest of the United States admit to using the substance before, or while, driving....
View Article4 dangerous driving behaviors of truckers
Being hit by a truck is almost always traumatic given the speed, force and weight behind these oversized vehicles. Unfortunately, truck driver error and negligence can cause devastating injuries and...
View ArticleHow to avoid claiming fault after a car accident
Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. In Georgia, you need to handle the aftermath of a car accident carefully, particularly when it comes to assigning fault....
View ArticleHow a personal injury can affect your employment
Unfortunately, accidents do not only occur while you are at work. You can seriously injure yourself in many different places and ways. While in the emergency room or hospital, you will probably think...
View ArticleWhy are distracted drivers such a danger to others?
Navigating the roadways demands not just individual responsibility, but also an acute awareness of the actions of fellow drivers. Distractions behind the wheel have become an increasingly prevalent...
View ArticleDriving in bad weather and a finding of negligence
Inclement weather, such as rain, snow or fog, can create hazardous driving conditions. Reduced visibility, slippery roads and limited traction increase the likelihood of accidents. Georgia law...
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