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3 Tips to Reduce Your Risk of a Motorcycle Accident and Improve Passenger Safety.
Want a ride? Motorcycle safety procedures include not only operators but passengers as well. Hopping onto the back of a motorcycle without the proper attire, practice, and safety discussions can be a recipe for disaster. We have created a list of safety guidelines for operators and their passengers, which we believe, could help prevent… Read More »
Motorcycle Accidents: Helmet Law and Other Motorcycle Safety Requirements
Not all states have the same motorcycle safety requirements. In fact, surprisingly, not every state even requires that individuals wear a helmet while operating a motorcycle. However, Georgia, under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-315(a), does require that all motorcyclists, regardless of experience and age, wear a helmet when operating a bike. Like car accidents, liability for… Read More »
Murphy-Harpst Children’s Center: Life and Hope for Children
Last week, Shiver Hamilton Campbell had the pleasure of spending time with some amazing staff members & youths at Murphy-Harpst Children’s Center. Founded over 80 years ago, Murphy-Harpst serves as a sanctuary for children who’ve experienced abuse, neglect and repeated foster home placements. In effort to support such a great non-profit organization, Shiver Hamilton… Read More »
Motorcycle Accidents: 4 Tips to Reduce Your Risk and Improve Your Safety.
There are general rules of the road which all motorists must adhere too. Motorcyclists also have additional safety rules which they must follow. We have created a list of some general safety guidelines for motorcyclists and other drivers, which we believe, could help mitigate many potential accidents involving motorcycles. 4 Ways You Can Reduce… Read More »
10 Things You Should Do Immediately After a Motorcycle Accident
When a wreck happens, things move quickly and many people do not know what to do. That is particularly true if major injuries are involved in the wreck. We’ve identified 10 things you should do immediately after being involved in a motorcycle accident to help protect your legal rights. 1. Report it. It is required… Read More »
Pedestrian Collision Experts
Collisions between vehicles and pedestrians – be they walkers, bikers, joggers or anyone else outside a vehicle — are some of the most tragic. It is no surprise that when a several thousand pound automobile and a human being collide, the vehicle wins every time. Seeking justice for pedestrian collision victims is tricky. First of all, often the pedestrians are hurt too badly… Read More »
Tractor-trailer Driver Charged in GA 316 Fatal Wreck
Sadly, a tractor-trailer alleged to be following too closely struck a vehicle on Georgia 316 yesterday and killed a young man. 29 year old Cody Grayson Brantley is reported to have passed away as a result of the truck wreck. The fatal collision occurred near Patrick Mill Road in Barrow County, according to Barrow County sheriffs… Read More »
The 8 Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents Due to Negligence
Motorcycle accidents share some similar characteristic to other motor vehicle accidents. However, there are distinct differences given the nature of motorcycles, motorcycle riding, and overall injuries that can result. So in this blog we want to share what see as the 8 most common causes of motorcycle accidents due to negligence. First, What is Negligence?… Read More »
When Do I Need a Motorcycle Attorney?
Motorcycle accidents tend to be life altering events because of their destructive consequences. Most result in serious injury and death. Here, at Shiver Hamilton Campbell, we can help make you whole. While not every motorcycle accident requires a motorcycle attorney; for example, if it’s only a fender-bender or the dispute only requires a small… Read More »
Distracted Driving from Texting
One of the most common causes of distracted driving is cell phone use. In the case of texting the driver stops focusing on the road and starts focusing on the text all while propelling a vehicle at high speeds. These accidents are preventable and thousands die needlessly each year because of people using their… Read More »
