On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Feb 18, 2020 | motor vehicle accidents
When drivers get into a car crash, they tend to have very strong opinions about who was wrong. Very few people are willing to admit fault, especially when their insurance premium and driving record might be on the line. This can complicate an already complex situation...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Jan 3, 2020 | motor vehicle accidents
The semi-trucks and tractor-trailers you see traveling in and around Cartersville already present a risk due to their massive sizes. The last thing you want to envision is having a drowsy truck driver operating one of them. Yet the long hours of travel required of...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Dec 11, 2019 | motor vehicle accidents
Some in Georgia may argue that car accidents are inevitable given the number of drivers on the road. Indeed, accidents tend to be just that, yet that does not ease the financial burden on you in the immediate aftermath one. On top of the expenses that you must face,...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 29, 2019 | motor vehicle accidents
Driving is a privilege your children can receive at a young age. When you really think about it, by age 16, children do not have much life experience or a high level of maturity. However, they can get a license to drive a vehicle in Georgia. This is a serious...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 18, 2019 | motor vehicle accidents
Distracted driving is a problem in Georgia. According to the United States Department of Transportation, in 2017, distracted driving was the cause of 3,166 fatalities in the United States. Distracted driving can include any activity that takes a driver’s eyes and...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Jul 31, 2019 | motor vehicle accidents
Few things are more terrifying than a fiery car crash. Unfortunately, if you become the victim of one in Georgia, the results could be catastrophic burns that leave lasting scars. The American Burn Association explains that you actually can suffer the following four...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Feb 15, 2019 | motor vehicle accidents
We’ve all been encouraged at some point or another to maintain proper posture while seated in a chair. But have you ever considered your posture while driving? If not, it may be time you started. Having poor driving posture can have these negative effects....
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 19, 2018 | motor vehicle accidents
Getting into an accident with a tractor-trailer is scary and often life-threatening. These types of vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, which would cause a devastating crash. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that there were just shy of 4,000...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Apr 23, 2018 | motor vehicle accidents
Whether you are driving through town or cruising on the interstate, you share the road with other motorists. When you travel I-75 you certainly see plenty of semi-trucks hauling along. When you got your license, you learned the basics of being a safe driver. Today,...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Jan 10, 2018 | motor vehicle accidents
Even in Georgia, it seems like there’s ice everywhere, from your driveway to the roads and to the parking lots. This isn’t only a hassle. Ice usually means accidents. And lots of them. Here are some helpful tips on how to co-exist with ice. 1) Wear...
