How to Prevent Weather Related Accidents in Georgia

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A car is pictured is driving on icy roads in Georgia.It is common knowledge that winter weather can cause dangerous driving conditions and that drivers should take extra precautions when driving in adverse weather conditions. Driving conditions such as snow or ice-covered roads, fog, black ice, sleet, rain, and other hazardous driving conditions can make driving in adverse weather difficult in Georgia. According to the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), 17% of all car collisions occur in winter weather conditions. Therefore, it is no surprise that driving in dangerous wintery conditions may lead to severe injuries or deaths. Although not every driver cannot avoid all weather-related accidents, you may take steps to improve safety while driving in inclement weather conditions.

Have you been involved in an auto collision? Contact Ali Awad, ‘The CEO Lawyer’ and his team of experienced personal injury attorneys at the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm by calling  (833) 254-2923 or contacting us online to receive your free and confidential case evaluation. Attorney Ali Awad, ‘the CEO Lawyer,’ established the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm and quickly turned it into one of the fastest-growing law firms in the country. If we take your case, you won’t pay anything until we win.

Weather Related Accidents

Georgia weather is known to have a significant impact on travel conditions and has led to numerous weather-related accidents. Georgia weather conditions such as heavy rain, wind, fog, and snow can lead to major road collisions. Bad weather significantly increases the chance of being involved in an accident due to reduced visibility, decreased vehicle performance, and driver distraction. Therefore, to avoid getting involved in an accident when driving in inclement weather conditions, consider taking the following actions:

Ensure Car Is Ready To Drive

Ensuring that your vehicle is kept in good working order is pertinent to avoiding breakdowns in adverse weather. Keep your car in good working order by regularly maintaining your vehicle. Dropping temperatures may lead to reduced tire pressure, drained batteries, and other cold-weather-related issues. Experiencing a breakdown in adverse weather conditions can be extremely dangerous.

Plan Your  Route

Before leaving home, use a device to check your route and weather conditions to plan your travels accordingly. You should note road shutdowns, accidents, and any dangerous conditions. Knowing what road conditions and delays to expect can help you plan your time accordingly. During adverse weather, it is never the time you should consider rushing in traffic or while driving.

Avoid Nighttime Driving

Driving at night in adverse weather is extremely dangerous. In winter weather, ice is more likely to form and be less visible as temperatures dip. As patches of ice may be less visible at night, it may be too late to take corrective measures to prevent a severe crash. Additionally, with severe rain or wind, visibility at night will be further decreased, and obstructions in the road may become less visible. Therefore, it is suggested to avoid driving at night when adverse weather is present.

Slow Down

It is imperative to take it easy and slow down when driving on wet, slick, icy, or snow-covered roads. It is recommended that when driving in wet or winter weather conditions that drivers slow down their speeds by about half. In these conditions, it can become more difficult for drivers to slow down and control their vehicles or respond to cars ahead. Additionally, it is suggested that you do not use cruise control on slick or wet roads and increase your following distance behind cars to 8-10 seconds.

Be Prepared for Emergencies

Inclement weather is a leading cause of car collisions. While a driver can take every precaution to stay safe, collisions can still happen. Inclement weather conditions can be dangerous, especially as they may delay emergency response time from police or EMTs. Therefore, drivers should be prepared for potential emergencies and ensure that their vehicles are equipped with emergency items such as a first aid kit, flashlights, jumper cables, water, blankets, flares, and more.

Seeking Help from an Attorney

If you have been involved in a weather-related accident in Georgia, you may require extensive medical care, miss time from work, sustain property damage, and suffer other damages. If you have sustained damages due to another driver’s negligence or from a weather-related crash, you may be entitled to compensation. It is best to consult with an experienced Georgia car accident attorney to discuss your options for recovering compensation for your damages. Alternatively, if you have caused injury to another driver or their property due to inclement weather, you must prove that your driving in the moments before the crash reflected reasonable action and that you completed the most reasonable course of action under the circumstances to not be held liable.

Therefore, if you have been involved in an inclement weather related accident in Georgia, it is best to discuss your case with an attorney right away. You will have a limited amount of time to file a car accident claim, otherwise known as a “statute of limitations.” Your Georgia car accident attorney will file your claim within the necessary deadlines, help establish fault in your car accident case, and help defend you in the event you are sued for an accident caused by inclement weather.

Car Accidents Caused by Weather Conditions

Unfortunately, in today’s climate, severe weather conditions can arise suddenly and can easily lead to injurious car accidents, which may even be life-threatening. Georgia weather conditions are known to impact roadways and traveling conditions significantly. The following statistics have been found regarding car accidents caused by weather conditions:

  • It is estimated that 22% of accidents are caused by inclement weather conditions
  • Nearly 445,000 injuries and 6,000 deaths occur annually due to inclement weather
  • When it comes to weather-related accidents, wet weather (rain & wet pavements) are the leading cause of crashes
  • Over 200,000 collisions annually are caused by snow

Personal Injury Attorney

Has a negligent driver injured you or a loved one? Or have you been involved in an accident due to inclement weather? If so, do not wait to contact the experienced car accident personal injuries attorneys at the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm. Call us today at (833) 254-2923 or contact us online to receive your free and confidential case evaluation.

If you have been injured due to another driver’s negligence, it should not be your burden to be responsible for your damages. Contact Ali Awad, ‘The CEO Lawyer’, and his team of experienced attorneys today to see what we can do to assist you.

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Help Negotiating with Insurance Carriers

To quickly resolve matters following an accident, insurance companies will offer you less than you deserve in compensation for your injuries. Many victims feel pressured to accept these offers as the bills begin to pile up, but that is rarely a good idea. The insurance company is looking to protect its bottom line; and will offer injured victims less than they deserve. An experienced personal injury attorney understands how to negotiate with the insurance company and can look out for your best interests by getting you the compensation you deserve after an injury. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, it is important to avoid negotiating or providing recorded statements to the insurance company without first seeking help from a qualified personal injury attorney.

Do You Have a Personal Injury Case?

The best way to determine if you have a personal injury case is to speak with a knowledgeable attorney. Our legal professionals have the expertise to evaluate your case and determine a strong legal strategy so that you can obtain the greatest amount of compensation possible under the law. We will enlist investigators, assistants, and other specialists to collect accident reports, speak with witnesses to your accident, and put together a plan. While you focus on your physical recovery, we will remain committed to fighting for the compensation that you deserve.

Georgia's Personal Injury & Accident Firm

Accident victims have a limited time to file a personal injury lawsuit. This time period is referred to as the statute of limitations, and in Atlanta, it lasts only two years. This means that if you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, you have only two years to pursue a personal injury suit. If you wait too long to reach out to an experienced attorney, you might be forever barred from seeking the compensation you deserve.

What to Expect From Your Initial Consultation With a Personal Injury Attorney?

During your initial consultation with CEO Lawyer team, we will go over the important details of your personal injury accident, which include the nature and extent of your injuries, how your injuries have impacted your ability to earn a paycheck, the cost of your medical treatment, and whether further medical treatment will be required. We will answer any questions you might have, as well, in regards to our experience, our track record of success, and what to expect from the legal process. Many personal injury victims wonder if they will be able to afford the legal fees required to pursue a lawsuit. CEO Lawyer injury and accident attorneys will not ask for any type of upfront fee unless we are successful in obtaining compensation for you. That means that if you have been harmed in a motor vehicle accident, slip and fall accident, defective product accident, or any other type of personal injury accident, you can absolutely afford to contact our law office today for assistance. In fact, you cannot afford to wait. Reach out today. We understand that some accident victims might have already obtained the assistance of an attorney but may be dissatisfied with the services provided. We are standing by and prepared to help you change legal representation, regardless of where you are in the process.

Speak to an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney Today

If you or a loved one has been injured in any type of personal injury accident, you should not hesitate to speak with the experienced attorneys at CEO Lawyer personal injury law firm. Call, email, or fill out our online contact form today so that we can begin helping you pursue the compensation you deserve.