The recently passed Georgia Hands-Free Law is intended to reduce the number of distracted-driver related traffic accidents. But did you know that using hands-free, voice-activated technology to operate your cell phone while driving actually poses its own set of dangers? A new study finds that the more complex the task…
According to a recent report by America’s Health Rankings, Georgia has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the nation. Other studies have found that women who are admitted into a hospital on a weekend for delivery have a greater risk of suffering complications and injuries compared to the…
Vehicle safety technology and crash prevention systems not only save motorist lives, but they also help prevent fatal motorcycle accidents. As the roads in Atlanta get more and more crowded, the number of motorcycles to passenger vehicles will also continue to rise which will only increase the risk of serious…
A wrongful death claim can help offset many of the financial damages caused by the death of a family member. In the state of Georgia, it is also important to file the claim timely before the deadline passes. This is one of the main reasons you should consult with an…
It is no secret that pedestrian fatality numbers in the state are on the rise. According to the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, in 2017 alone 1,454 pedestrians died in accidents across the Georgia. As the number of pedestrian accidents in Georgia continues to increase every year at least, one…
Once a teenager obtains his or her driver’s license, many a parent has spent many nights worrying about their teen’s safe driving. For parents of teens diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), this can be especially true. Teenagers are already grappling with controlling their emotions, judgment, concentration and actions,…
Climate change has been in the news for years now regarding its effects on weather related tragedies. From eroding coastlines, rising poverty levels and soaring temperatures -climate change is blamed for an entire range of global disasters. Every region on the globe, including Georgia, has seen dramatic shifts in its…
According to the most recent statistics, more than 100 million Americans suffer from diabetes or have pre-diabetes. In Georgia, almost 1.2 million people suffer from diabetes, and an estimated 241,000 have diabetes but don’t even know it. Suffering from diabetes can place a driver at risk for certain symptoms that…
In a 2017 report from Leapfrog Group, Georgia hospitals were listed near the bottom of the list at 40 out of 49 when it comes to patient safety. On the bright side, 14 Georgia hospitals were rated “A, ” and none of Georgia hospitals received an “F” rating. The Leapfrog…
Medical errors are one the leading causes of death in the United States, and accounts for about 250,000 deaths per year. That number is almost half the population of the City of Atlanta. In fact, it is estimated that about one third of the people admitted to a hospital will…