Is Reckless driving a misdemeanor? Reckless driving refers to driving a vehicle without any regard for the safety of property or persons. Unlike many traffic violations, driving recklessly is c...
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How long is reckless driving on your record? In the state of Georgia, a charge of misdemeanor reckless driving stays on a driver’s record for life. Moreover, the reckless driving law in Georgia has no option of expungement. Wi...
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When charged with reckless driving in Atlanta, agreeing to attend a reckless driving school is a wise choice! The decision may help you in getting your charges reduced or even d...
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Many of us have become so accustomed to driving everywhere that we feel comfortable multi-tasking behind the wheel. We assume it’s safe to do other tasks, like text messaging, taking phone calls, eating, applying makeup, etc. However, that overconfidence in our capacity to multitask can lead to a distracted driving...
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The environment in which you are driving is a significant factor as to how well you drive. If you get into a car accident in one of these conditions while you were distracted, it is a good idea to contact an Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer. Worse environments require greater driving skill and focus. Such environments are even more dangerous when drivers are distracted. Distractions come in all forms including drinking, smoking, using your cell phone or the numerous elements outside the car among others. Re...
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A single car accident involves and affects only one vehicle. Single car accidents may include hitting an inanimate object by the side of the road, such as a tree. It may also include the car spinning or rolling without hitting anything, veering off the road and flipping over. Because a single vehicle accident involves only one car, the driver is often assumed to be at fault for the accident. For that reason, an Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer can be indispensable when you are involved in a single car accide...
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If you’ve ever asked the question “Do I need a Car Accident Attorney near me?” it’s good to know at a minimum it is best to have a car accident attorney who is licensed to practice in the state where the accident took place. However, our experience has shown that it is also better to hire a car accident attorney near where you physically live or work. Here are a couple of reasons why:
(1) Knowledge of local medical provid...
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I was hit by a drunk driver, can I file a claim and sue the bar that overserved him?
In the right circumstances, yes. These cases are what Georgia refers to as “Dram Shop” cases. Ponton Law has handled a number of these cases. Georgia Dram Shop liability is found in OCGA 51-1-40. In a nutshell, the statute protects people who sell alcohol from being legally responsible unless:
Here is one that pops up fairly regularly. You may be nearing the end of your treatment, and the doctor has made some recommendations about some additional treatment you may need after you are discharged from his care. These recommendations most often occur for: (1) additional chiropractic or physical therapy modalities; (2) additional facet or epidural injections, a...
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