February 22, 2024

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Potholes on a road

Who Can I Sue If Road Conditions Caused My Accident?

In Georgia, if you are injured due to poor road conditions, determining who to sue involves understanding the responsibility and ownership of the roadway where the incident occurred. Generally, the liable party could be a local municipality, the county, or the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), depending on who maintains the road. For state highways and interstates, GDOT is typically

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Commercial driver in the cockpit of his truck

Are Commercial Drivers Held to Higher Standards on the Road?

Given the size of many types of commercial vehicles, you may wonder whether state and federal law holds commercial drivers to higher standards than ordinary motorists. The complexity of operating a commercial vehicle means that a single mistake can lead to a devastating accident. As a result, laws and regulations ensure that commercial drivers have the knowledge, skills, and physical

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