You never thought the day would come. Actually, you were hoping the day would never come. You are about to hand over the keys to your teenage son or daughter. {Disclaimer from your local personal injury and auto accident attorney: First and foremost, before you even think about letting them leave the driveway, it is …
Atlanta Traffic Ranks Among the Worst in the Country
Metro Atlanta traffic never ceases to amaze the daily commuters who brave the interchanges, road construction and traffic jams. Whether it’s the morning commute or the grueling rush-hour drive home, Atlanta ranks as a city with one of the busiest employee commutes in the country. A new study reveals that nearly 4% of metro Atlanta …
SUV Accidents Are Killing Pedestrians
The risks associated with driving will never cease to exist. Although, these driving dangers have continued to change as technology and safety features improve. While the automobile industry has made strides in both areas, there’s always room for continued improvement. One specific topic that has recently made headlines is the number of SUV drivers hitting …
Car Accidents With Scooters
Across the globe, society continues to find new methods of personal transportation. Some cities tend to favor one form of transportation over another, but in Atlanta, the car remains king. Yet, there always seems to be room for another transportation option. A recently published article by Bloomberg discusses a new trend in personal transportation rooted …
Georgia Personal Injury Defined
At Kaine Law, we specialize in personal injury cases which can be complex and detailed. If you are injured due to someone else’s negligence, the last thing you want to worry about is the legal side. Our law firm is dedicated to minimizing our clients’ stress and maximizing their recovery. Unfortunately, many personal injury victims …
Georgia Dog Bite Law
Man’s best friend tends to be the cute, cuddly, slobbery and obedient. A wag of a tail can pull at the heartstrings and give in to another treat. However, many dog owners neglect to think their dog can be anything but cute and cuddly. Unfortunately, being oblivious to what a dog is capable of can …
Hard Facts About Car Accident Injuries
It should be no surprise that personal injury lawsuits make up a majority of civil litigation in the United States. On a daily basis, we are overwhelmed by some law firm advertising for personal injury cases and using tag lines about injured victims getting paid for their car accident injuries, workplace accidents, medical malpractice claims…the …
Injuries from ATV Accidents
The stunning backroads and rural dirt roads of Georgia are irresistible for so many to ride an all-terrain vehicle (ATV). For young people, an ATV can sometimes be their first set of wheels and deliver them the sense of freedom that every youth desires. However, for parents it can certainly be a test of trust …
Holiday Toy Safety
The holidays can be overwhelming with all of the biggest sales of the year, wish lists and must-haves; for both young and old. However, many of the shopping will be centered on bringing joy and excitement to our children as they open their gifts on Christmas morning. Unfortunately, many of the gifts purchased are done …
Thanksgiving Safety
The holiday season is officially upon us and our tables will first be set for Thanksgiving! From turkey and stuffing to trimming the tree, it’s important that we’re aware of the many safety concerns that go along with the holidays. From the inside of your home to traveling to visit friends and family, there are …
Halloween Safety Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians
Get ready to turn your house into a candy store as hundreds of children are about to infiltrate your neighborhood. But the kids aren’t the only ones wanting to have a little fun on Halloween; the adults do too. Halloween isn’t just chalked full of candy, bobbing for apples or dressing up, it can also …
Germs from Swimming Pools & Waterparks
The following blog post may give you a bit of the shivers or heebie jeebies, but we tell you this ahead of time in case you want to stop reading now. With that disclaimer out of the way, we want to discuss a topic that may make you second guess your pool activities this summer. …
Motorcycle Accident Statistics
Believe it or not, but the odds of you knowing someone who has been injured or killed from a motorcycle accident is exceptionally high. Why? Because according to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), there are over 4,000 motorcycle fatalities each year and over 88,000 thousand motorcycle riders / passengers were injured in 2015. Unfortunately, …
Motorcycle Tips for Cars and Truckers
Contrary to what many people believe, motorcyclists have just as much right to be on the road than any other vehicle. Unfortunately, car and truck drivers don’t always see eye to eye with motorcyclists. Whether it is a territorial feeling or having a larger vehicle that makes a driver feel superior, the safety of a …
Ride to Avoid Atlanta Traffic
If you live in or near Atlanta, you know how bad traffic can be – especially now with the I-85 bridge collapse. Therefore, if you’re able to use another form of transportation to get around or commute to work – you may find it is easier and less stressful. For many people who live near …
The Pre-Ride Motorcycle Checklist
Many of us are feeling the spring itch and there is nothing better than warm beautiful weather. For motorcycle riders in particular, “spring fever” is highly anticipated because they can finally take their bike out to play. However, even for seasoned riders, it’s important to do a pre-ride checklist before cruising down the open roads …
Don’t Let Another Child Die From Heatstroke
The temperatures in Georgia are no joke and since spring is officially here, the safety of our children is even more important as warmer weather is on the way. We have heard it over and over again – the dangers of leaving a child in a hot car; yet, here we are discussing those same …
Spring Ahead Into Safety
The days will soon be growing longer as we “spring ahead” and our goals to clean out the old and welcome in the new will consume our free time. As we settle in to the changes brought by Daylight Savings, we are reminded that while we may have lost an hour of sleep, we need …
The Dangers of Holiday Toys
Whether you are a parent, grandparent or loved one, odds are you will be purchasing a toy this holiday for a little boy or girl. The joy and happiness a child expresses when opening a present is priceless and this should be an image forever ingrained in our hearts. However, many gift givers don’t realize …
Kaine Law Supports the Toys for Tots Foundation
The holidays are weeks away and many of us wrapping-up our shopping for friends and family. Each gift is individually wrapped, tagged and placed neatly under our perfectly lit tree waiting for that special morning to arrive. We know the joy that “giving” provides to those that we love, but what if we did something …