Welcome to Millar & Mixon: May 20, 2012
Get a lot of sleep when you know you have a big drive ahead of you. Stop at a hotel in case you have some late night driving. Know your body. If you generally have a time when you are sleepy or getting sleep, don’t drive during that time. Keep conversations going if you [...]
Most motorcycle drivers are safe and respectful on the road. But unfortunately, there are still a few drivers out there who aren’t getting the message when it comes to passenger safety. And when you consider that, unlike cars, motorcycle accidents often lead to serious injuries for both drivers and passengers, motorcycle safety is very important [...]
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All-terrain vehicles, known as “ATV,” are also known as quads and four wheelers. ATVs are a fun way to explore the outdoors, but often lead to injuries and death. ATV personal injury attorneys fully understand the dangers of ATV accidents. Common injuries sustained in an ATV accident include: traumatic brain injuries, other head and face [...]
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Ah, motorcycles. The rush of the open air, the signature hum of the muffler, the vibration beneath your hands and body, and – let’s not forget – being the envy of minivan drivers at every stop light, are all compelling reasons why, for most folks, riding on two wheels instead of four isn’t merely a [...]
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Biking is a popular recreation on Georgia’s roads and highways. Unfortunately, inattention, operator error, vehicle driver negligence, and road defects as well as design and manufacture defects of the motorcycle itself can lead to injury. Watch out for Road Rash! Road burn, also known as “road rash,” is a common and excruciatingly painful injury. Road rash [...]
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Riding on the open road is an addictive and popular passion. Whether the cause is slick roads, gravel, negligence, or operator error, motorcycle accidents happen. Follow these four “On the Road” tips to drastically reduce your chance of being the biker in the accident. Remember the basics: Be aware of your surroundings. Constantly scan for [...]
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According to government and insurance statistics, drivers of cars, trucks, and other commercial vehicles do not see motorcyclists and they are motorcycles as easily as they view other motorists. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 5300 people were killed in 2008 in motorcycle crashes. NHTSA statistics show that motorcycle riders were 37 [...]
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