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What to Do If You Suffer a Brain Injury in a Trucking Crash
Truck accidents often result in some of the most catastrophic injuries. When a large commercial truck collides with a smaller vehicle, the force can cause life-altering trauma, including severe head and brain injuries. Since March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, it’s important to shed light on the dangers posed by truck accidents. Traumatic brain injuries…
Read More »Most Dangerous Cars of 2024 Revealed
Every year, new vehicle models enter the market with promises of improved safety, better technology, and enhanced performance. Yet, despite advancements in crash prevention systems and safety ratings, some vehicles remain far more dangerous than others in real-world conditions. A recent study analyzed fatal accident data to determine which vehicles have the highest fatality rates…
Read More »Georgia Secures $2.78 Million for Injury Prevention Efforts Across the State
To reduce car accident injuries and improve road safety, Georgia has been awarded $2.78 million to support a variety of accident-prevention initiatives. These projects will focus on educating drivers and improving the collection of critical accident data to help state officials make informed decisions. “This long-standing, unique partnership between highway safety and public health helps…
Read More »Georgia Launches Holiday Campaign to Prevent Drunk Driving Accidents
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but for too many Georgia families, it’s also a time of tragedy caused by drunk driving accidents. Despite strict campaigns like "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over," drivers who make reckless choices continue to endanger lives on Georgia’s roads. With alcohol contributing to nearly one-third of the…
Read More »New AI Technology Hopes To Prevent Drowsy Driving Among Truckers
New AI-driven technology is being developed to tackle one of the leading causes of truck accidents: drowsy driving. According to FleetOwner, fatigue-related crashes are a major risk in the trucking industry, but advancements in AI may soon help prevent these accidents. By monitoring driver alertness and detecting signs of fatigue in real-time, this technology has…
Read More »Georgia Radio Alliance and Gary Martin Hays Unite to Raise Funds for Hurricane Relief
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, The Law Offices of Gary Martin Hays & Associates, P.C., has joined forces with the Georgia Radio Alliance and Samaritan's Purse for a statewide radiothon to raise critical funds for disaster relief efforts. Running until October 31, this radiothon is bringing communities across Georgia together…
Read More »Sapelo Island Gangway Collapse: What Happened and How Victims Can Seek Justice
The tragic collapse of a ferry dock gangway on Sapelo Island, Georgia, on October 19, 2024, has left the local community and families reeling. The catastrophic failure, which occurred during a Gullah-Geechee cultural celebration, led to the deaths of seven elderly individuals and left six others critically injured. The victims were part of a larger…
Read More »Join Us for Pints for a Purpose: Help Hurricane Victims Rebuild
At Gary Martin Hays & Associates, we believe in the power of community and giving back to those in need. That's why we're excited to announce our partnership with StillFire Brewing and 97.1 The River to host a special fundraiser, Pints for a Purpose, to support relief efforts for those impacted by Hurricanes Helene and…
Read More »Are Negligent Security Claims in Georgia Hard To Win?
When property owners fail to provide adequate security, innocent people can get hurt. If you were injured because a property owner didn't take the necessary steps to ensure safety, you may have the right to hold them accountable. Understanding the elements of negligent security claims is key to getting the compensation you deserve. Whether you…
Read More »Why SUVs and Truck Sizes Must Shrink to Save Non-Passenger Lives
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration proposed new vehicle rules that it says will reduce pedestrian deaths. For the first time ever, auto manufacturers would be required to study what happens to crash test dummies hit outside of a vehicle. The rules will likely cause the design of vehicles, particularly large ones like trucks…
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