Does Using Your Phone’s GPS Count as Distracted Driving?
When a driver checks their phone’s GPS in Georgia, the 2018 Hands-Free Georgia law defines their behavior as illegal “distracted driving.” The new law lists “a global positioning system receiver” as a forbidden “wireless telecommunications device.” If a driver crashes…
The Most Dangerous Intersections in Savannah
For many drivers, intersections present a larger hazard than other areas of the road. At an intersection, a driver must pay attention to cars traveling in four different directions. Not only that, but intersections offer many other potential dangers, including:…
Common Causes of Car Accidents
Car accidents often occur in the blink of an eye and with little warning. Many times, drivers may struggle to prevent or avoid such accidents. Some factors contribute to car accidents more often than others. Below we discuss some of…
Savannah Aggressive Driver Car Accident Lawyers
Aggressive driving quickly causes problems on the road. Drivers who behave aggressively behind the wheel can make it difficult to predict their driving behaviors, as well as significantly increase the risk of an accident. Not only that, if you suffer…
Was Your Car Accident Caused by a Driver Impaired by Prescription Medication?
You likely know that drivers who choose to take illegal substances while driving bear stricter criminal penalties if they cause an accident. But what if the driver who caused your accident did not use illegal medications, but rather he or…
My Doctor Says to Keep My Workload Light, but My Boss Disagrees. Who Should I Listen To?
A doctor may decide that a patient needs to reduce his or her workload for many different reasons. Common reasons in Savannah include: A prescription medication that makes you groggy An injury that needs rest and time to heal Pregnancy…
I Recently Hurt My Back at Work, but I Have a Previous Back Injury. Will That Affect My Claim?
Individuals often wonder what they can do if they sustain a back injury at work, but already suffer from such an injury. Far too many people fail to seek legal advice because they assume that their previous injury precludes them…
Are You the Victim of Construction Employer Negligence?
In recent years, Savannah has experienced a boom in construction throughout the city. In 2016, the city issued building permits for projects that totaled $574 million, a 40 percent increase from the previous year. This significant increase in construction projects…
Employees’ Rights Under OSHA
Employers are required by federal law to provide and maintain a safe and healthy work environment. The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), created under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, oversees the compliance of workplace…
Are Summer Seasonal Employees Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
Many people take on seasonal jobs for a variety of reasons. Perhaps they are only in the Savannah area for a few months and want a temporary position, such as students home from college. Maybe they enjoy changing the scenery…
