Savannah Legal Blog

Parents in Georgia should familiarize themselves with the state laws governing the use of car seats. In Georgia, the law requires all children under the age of 8 to ride in a car seat or booster seat...

When a family loses a loved one because of someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, they may have the right to pursue compensation and justice in a wrongful death claim. However, Georgia law sets a...

The federal government typically establishes truck weight limits, but states have them, too. National trucking regulations dictate that a semi-truck and trailer’s combined weight cannot exceed 8...

FedEx is one of the largest shipping companies in the world. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the company owns over 35,000 vehicles and employs over 42,000 driver...

Companies that operate commercial vehicles for hauling cargo or transporting passengers in interstate commerce must obtain a registration number from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). Tru...

Were you injured in an accident with a drunk driver? Was the driver served alcohol at a business or private party shortly before getting behind the wheel? If so, you may be eligible to file a claim se...

Traffic accidents can happen nearly anywhere. But they frequently occur on highways, where traffic is often heavy or traveling at high speeds. Many of Georgia’s most dangerous highways are in Atlant...

The law sets a higher standard for commercial truck drivers. Georgia and federal law set the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for commercial truck drivers at 0.04 percent. For all other drivers...

Passing a truck on the road is often necessary but can be risky. The safest way to pass a truck involves: Making sure you have clear visibility in the truck’s side mirror, Signaling your intent...

Car accidents often result in serious injuries, lost wages, medical bills, and other losses. If you were hurt in a car accident someone else caused, their insurer might contact you to settle your clai...