The thought of any car accident happening is upsetting. There's something about innocent kids who have their whole lives ahead of them getting hurt or killed that is particularly hard for most individuals to swallow, though. Car crashes often leave kids with more...
Year: 2020
Rural roads are more dangerous than city streets
For many drivers, heading into the city is stressful. Even those who live in smaller cities may find it hard to navigate the fast-paced roads of major cities. This is only more pronounced for those who live in small towns and rural areas. This often leads to the...
There’s a lot to like about Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Most people who are considering bankruptcy turn their attention to Chapter 7. Not only is it faster than Chapter 13, but it also allows you to discharge some or all of your debts, moving you closer to the fresh start you’ve been dreaming of. However, if you don’t...
Is it worth seeking a Chapter 7 bankruptcy while in college?
If you’ve been taking out money for books or living expenses during college, then you may be in a position where you’re finding it hard to pay back what you owe. Most people work part-time when in school, and there’s no doubt that living expenses, especially on...
Can a TBI take away your sense of smell?
Traumatic brain injuries have a lot of different potential outcomes, and they’re very hard to predict. Even in very similar accidents, very different sections of the brain could suffer injury, and that location -- along with the severity -- determines what outcome the...
Don’t use caffeine to keep you up when driving
Most people understand that they should not drive when they’re feeling tired. This goes for situations where they’ve been driving for many hours and have become bored or started to daydream to times when they didn’t get enough sleep but have to get to work. Drowsy...
Distracted driving in Georgia: What you need to know
How serious are motor vehicle accidents? In Georgia, they’re the top cause of accidental deaths and the second-most common reason for emergency room visits and hospitalization. According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, Georgia had the fourth largest number...
Is a collection company harassing you about your debts?
One of the hardest things about falling behind on your bills is the way that companies will aggressively pursue you for payment. Not only could it be embarrassing to receive brightly-colored envelopes in your mail warning you of a past-due balance or have your phone...
The installment loan trap
Regular “payday” loans have been illegal for a while now in Georgia, but that doesn’t mean that residents of this state are free from predatory lenders who have swooped in to replace them. We’re talking about lenders who market high-interest installment loans to folks...
Fast music has a predictable impact on driving
Does fast music really get your pulse going? Do you react emotionally when you hear a loud song that you love? Many people do, and it’s one of the reasons that we love this type of energetic music, no matter what genre it falls into. The problem, though, is that...