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Sometimes, police officers happen to be nearby when something criminal happens, and they can very quickly take action to arrest someone for an assault or a shoplifting attempt. Other times, police officers investigate suspected criminal activity after a report has...
In 2020, vehicle accidents accounted for the second most hospitalizations and emergency department visits in Georgia. Automobile accidents also caused the second most injury-related deaths in the state that same year. It may surprise you to know that most drivers...
Following distances are important because some people don’t realize that they’re tailgating. They simply assume that they’re driving safely. But then something unexpected happens, like a child running into the street, and the car ahead of them has to stop suddenly. In...
You probably feel secure in the belief that the auto insurers involved in your car accident will give you fair compensation. Unfortunately, you cannot count on insurance companies to do the right thing even when victims suffer severe injuries. As for-profit...
As the crisis of fatal drug overdoses has worsened throughout the country, many states have enacted what are commonly known as “Good Samaritan” laws that provide some immunity from arrest and prosecution to people who call 911 or otherwise seek emergency help for...
Despite the simplicity of slogans like “just say no,” the actual rules related to drug crimes are very complex. The average person in Georgia may not even know exactly what drugs the state has prohibited and which ones are subject to specific controls implemented by...
There are over 2 million car accidents every year in the U.S. These incidents vary in their severity, but over 40,000 crashes per year are fatal. A significant number of fatal crashes involve trucks. Trucks are much larger and heavier than other vehicles, and if they...
A traffic stop can happen when the police have reasonable suspicion that a vehicle is in the process of violating the law or will violate the law. Many police officers have reasonable suspicion that a driver is drunk when they see a car speeding, swerving between...
The immediate aftermath of a car accident can be a chaotic moment, filled with adrenaline, confusion and stress. The sudden impact of the crash and the shock of the experience make it difficult to stay calm and focused. You may be disoriented and in pain, unsure of...
In Valdosta, Georgia, drug crimes can result in felony charges depending on the type and amount of drugs involved. Felony drug charges carry severe consequences, including long prison sentences, hefty fines and a criminal record that can affect a person's future...