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10/3/2008
James Murphy
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Proper Car Seat Installation to Protect Your Baby in Car Accidents
We recently added an article to our library about proper child safety seat (or car seat) installation.  To read the full article on how to protect your baby from being injured in a car accident, click here. 
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10/2/2008
James Murphy
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Police Car Struck by Driver with Drugs and Alcohol
Liberty County, Georgia, driver Akeem Walthour, 20, was charged with liquor possession Saturday evening (September 27) after rear-ending the vehicle of Hinesville Patrolman Michael Troutman at a traffic light. According to Lewis Levine of The Coastal Courier, the police car was only scratched in the crash, but the incident became more serious when Troutman found a plastic bag of marijuana in the road after moving Walthour’s vehicle. After further investigation, 4 grams of marijuana were found in Walthour’s car and his passenger’s pants pocket, a misdemeanor amount in Georgia (leading to possible fines and probation). Five beer bottles and two bottles of gin (one of them open) were also found. According to passenger Chuckie Youmans, 17, the marijuana was his. He was charged with possession of alcohol by a minor, violation of open container law, and possession of marijuana. 


Our law firm handles cases with clients who have been hit by drivers who possessed drugs and alcohol in their vehicles. If you have been injured in a car accident in which another driver was at-fault (regardless of the cause), call us at 770-577-3020 for answers to your important questions. We will gladly consult with you for free.
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Labels: accident, Akeem Walthour, alcohol, car, County, drugs, Georgia, Hinesville, Liberty, liquor, marijuana, Michael, police, possession, Troutman,
9/26/2008
James Murphy
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Augusta Accident Results in Death and Injuries
According to the Augusta Chronicle, 78-year-old Henry Ashley Wynn of Augusta, Georgia, died Thursday (September 25) after a car accident that injured at least one other person. Authorities reported that he passed out and hit another vehicle around 1:30p.m. while heading eastbound on Wrightsboro Road near the 15^th Street overpass. According to police, his vehicle then skidded into a nearby parking lot and collided with another car, which hit a telephone pole. At least one other driver sustained minor injuries in the accident.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in an automobile accident, call us at 770-577-3020 to order our free booklet on what to do when involved in a car accident or consult with an attorney for free.
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9/26/2008
James Murphy
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DeKalb County Accident Becomes Chain-Reaction Crash on I-285 This Afternoon
The westbound lanes of Atlanta’s I-285 in DeKalb County closed early this morning (Friday, September 26) after a chain-reaction accident that began when a woman crashed her vehicle into the interstate’s median wall and sustained injuries. According to the CBS 46 website, the initial Atlanta crash occurred at approximately 3:30a.m. A pickup truck then slammed into a police cruiser while police were investigating the accident, resulting in a multi-vehicle wreck in which two or more tractor-trailers and several cars collided.


Our law firm handles truck accident and car accident cases involving multiple vehicles similar to this multi-vehicle wreck. I have represented many clients who were involved in chain-reaction accidents that occurred after a first wreck, and they have been awarded substantial compensation. If you have been involved in an accident such as this, call 770-577-3020 for free answers to your questions or to order my free booklet about what to do when in an auto accident.
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9/25/2008
James Murphy
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Three Sent to Hospital After Gainesville Wreck on Cleveland Highway
According to the Gainesville Times website, three people sustained serious injuries this afternoon (Thursday, September 25) in a Cleveland Highway accident just south of Georgia 52. After the two-car collision, one of the injured was taken by helicopter to Atlanta’s Grady Memorial Hospital, and the other two were taken in an ambulance to Northeast Georgia Medical Center. According to Operator Amber Sorrells of the Georgia State Patrol, responders arrived at the accident scene around 1:30p.m. At the time of the web report, authorities had closed all lanes of the highway near the accident.


Since further details of the car accident have not been released, liability is still yet to be determined. Should a driver be determined as at-fault in the accident, the injured parties could seek compensation from that driver’s insurance for their medical bills, pain and suffering, and other expenses. Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in a car accident that was not your fault or you are unsure about liability in your accident, call us at 770-577-3020 and we will gladly talk to you about your potential case for free.
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9/23/2008
James Murphy
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Cell Phones and Driving Don’t Mix
Several people have hired me recently who were injured in truck and car accidents that occurred due to the at-fault parties using cell phones while driving. My message to you is this: please avoid using your cell phone while driving or, at least, use a hands-free device. Texting and dialing while navigating the road are especially dangerous activities. Why such a "fuss" about this issue?


Since we have become increasingly dependent on cell phones, the number of people using cell phones while driving has risen drastically over the past few years. According to the Insurance Information Institute, at least two dangers arise from using cell phones (for calls or text messaging) while driving. First of all, dialing requires drivers to take their eyes off the roadways. Second, phone calls cause drivers to focus on their conversations rather than concentrate on driving, which can significantly impair driving ability and reactions, putting the safety of drivers, passengers, and pedestrians at-risk. According to the institute, recent research finds cell phone use while driving the most common cause of automobile accidents.  To view pictures of vehicle damage resulting from accidents caused by cell phone use, click here.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in an accident that occurred because of another driver’s negligence (including using his or her cell phone), call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.
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9/20/2008
James Murphy
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Woman Rescued from Sinking Car


An Adel, Georgia, woman was unharmed after her car went off the road on Thursday, September 18 and went into a pond.  According to the Georgia State Patrol, Tabatha Smith of  Adel,  Ga was driving on Industrial Road when her car went off the road at about 9:00pm that morning.  According to John Oxford of the Moultrie Observer, the Nissan Altima that Ms. Smith was driving went into a pond and hit a tree.  After the car went into the pond, it began to fill with water.   Ms. Smith then became trapped in the vehicle.  The Moultrie Fire Department and the GA State Patrol were called to the scene following the accident, and Smith was safely removed from the car.  Fortunately Ms. Smith was not injured, cited, or charged with any offense.


 



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9/18/2008
James Murphy
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Five Sent to Hospital After Golf Cart Accident
According to The Lincoln Journal online, five were injured when a car crashed into a golf cart on Thomson Highway (Highway 43) in Lincoln County, Georgia. In a report from the Georgia State Patrol, the golf cart was said to be traveling from a private drive to cross Highway 43 when it was hit by a 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The driver of the Chevrolet, 29-year-old Steven Fendley, saw the golf cart but was unable to stop his vehicle in time to avoid a collision. Brittney Johnson, 25, and four others were injured in the golf cart during the crash and transported to the Medical College of Georgia hospital.


Our law firm handles car accident cases such as this. If you have been injured in an accident that was no fault of your own, call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation and evaluation of your case. There is absolutely no obligation.
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9/17/2008
James Murphy
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Two High Schools Students Injured in Crash with School Bus Outside East Dublin, Georgia
According to Stephanie Miller of The Courier Herald online, two students from East Laurens High School sustained injuries in an accident with a school bus yesterday morning (Tuesday, September 16). Jerry Hatcher, the Laurens County School Superintendent, stated that the two students were in a private vehicle when the school bus (with no passengers in it) and their vehicle collided at the intersection of Ernest Stinson Rd. and Highway 80 outside East Dublin. According to the report, the driver’s side door was apparently hit by the bus. Both students were taken to the hospital after the wreck. The Georgia State Patrol is still investigating the accident.


Our law firm handles car and bus accident cases such as this. If you have been injured in an accident in which another driver was at fault, call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation and evaluation of your case. There is absolutely no obligation.
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9/17/2008
James Murphy
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Suspect Injured in Car Accident After Coweta County Police Chase
A police chase on I-85 in Coweta County early this morning (Wednesday, September 17) culminated in an accident that temporarily shut down the interstate. According to Erika Facey-Palmer of 11Alive.com, police began chasing the suspect on I-85 South just north of Newnan, Georgia, around 2:00a.m. The chase continued for roughly eight miles until the suspect crashed his vehicle north of State Road 14/ US 29 and sustained minor injuries. No others were injured in the accident, and police are keeping the suspect in custody while investigating the incident.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in a car accident that was not your fault, call 770-577-3020 for a free evaluation of your case and answers to your most pressing questions. There is absolutely no obligation.
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9/14/2008
James Murphy
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Three People Injured in Head-On Collision in Stephens County, Georgia
Three people were injured in a head-on collison in Stephens County, Georgia, Tuesday, September 9th.  The incident occured on Ga. 17 where it was reported that a Honda CRV crossed the center line of traffic and struck a Ford F-150 head-on. According to witnesses ,a Ford Truck driven by Linda Charpin was traveling south near the town of Avalon when the Honda which was going north crossed the center line.  Matthew Disspain, Ms. Charpin's son, said that his mother did not have time to avoid the head-on collision. There were no skid marks noted at the scene, according to a report by Robin Dake, WNEG AM-630.

Stephens County Hospital admitted Ms. Charpin and her husband with injuries.  As of Tuesday evening, the driver of the Ford F-150 truck had not been identified.  However she was reported to be air-lifted to a hospital in Greenville, South Carolina. Information about her condition was not available from officials as of Tuesday evening.  State Trooper John Crawford of the Georgia State Patrol reported these facts, but the investigation has not yet revealed why the Honda crossed the center line. The accident delayed traffic on Ga. 17 going in both directions.
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9/12/2008
James Murphy
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Cracked Rib/ Fractured Ribs
We recently added an article to our library on fractured ribs (sometimes called cracked ribs or rib fractures).  To view the article, click here.  If you have a rib fracture as a result of an accident that was not your fault, call us at (770)-577-3020 for a free consultation with an experienced attorney.  There is absolutely no obligation.
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9/7/2008
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Police Capture Hit and Run Driver with Help of Witness
In Dawson County, Georgia, last week,  September 2,  five-year-old Omar Gomez was struck by a car as he tried to cross the street to board a school bus that had stopped to pick him up. Of course, when a school bus stops to pick up children, you're supposed to stop, but the driver of a white jeep did not slow down and struck young Omar, knocking him to the ground.  According to his cousin and two sisters, young Omar lay on the ground, but was conscious after the accident and, at first, did not want to go to the hospital in an ambulance. Instead he wanted to go to school because he likes school so much. "Yeah, he likes school, that's why," his cousin said. Gomez was taken by ambulance to Northeast Georgia Medical Center where he was reported in stable condition. This report is according to Kevin Rowson with 11 Alive News.

Ms. DeShan Fishel has just dropped her daughter off at high school and was behind the bus when Omar was hit. "He kept on going and going so I turned around, did a u-turn and took after him," Fishel said. She reportedly followed the jeep while she was on the phone with 911.  Local police said that Ms. Fishel was instrumental in helping them capture the hit-and-run driver.

When told not to let the driver get out of her sight during the 911 call, Ms. Fishel replied, "Oh, I'm not going to. I chased him down. I'm not gonna let him go anywhere." Police called Fishel a hero but, modestly, Fishel said,  "All I could think about was the little kid getting hit and thinking about this person getting away with it."  The suspect who was apprehended and arrested was ninteen-year-old Gary Woosline.  Police charged him with failure to stop and failure to report an accident. His bond for release was twelve hundred dollars.



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8/29/2008
James Murphy
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Shoulder Injury Focus: Torn Rotator Cuff
Many victims of car accidents suffer from rotator cuff injuries. What exactly is a rotator cuff? It is actually a group of four muscles and many tendons in the shoulder that cover part of the humerus, enabling the rotation of the arm while holding the shoulder in place.  A rotator cuff tear often results from one incident of trauma to the shoulder, despite the assumption by some torn rotator cuffs are only associated with baseball or other sports injuries. In reality, rotator cuff tears occur frequently as a result of car accidents. If you believe that you may have a torn rotator cuff or another type of shoulder injury as a result of a car accident, you should consult a physician as soon as possible. Common symptoms of the injury include pain or weakness when moving or lifting the arm, muscle atrophy around the shoulder, and a crackling sensation when moving the shoulder. In order to determine whether the existence of these symptoms points to a torn rotator cuff (partial or full), an MRI will most likely be done. If your tear is serious, there may be shoulder impingement or disturbance to the shoulder capsule, often causing extreme pain and a limited range of motion. If you have sustained an injury to your shoulder such as a torn rotator cuff, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation with an experienced attorney.
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8/28/2008
James Murphy
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Atlanta Falcons Players in Duluth Car Accident
Atlanta Falcons newcomer starting quarterback Matt Ryan, backup quarterback and UGA alum D.J. Shockley, and receiver Brian Finneran were involved in a Duluth car accident Wednesday morning (August 27) while stopped at a red light. According to www.espn.com, the players were headed to the Flowery Branch team complex when another vehicle crashed into their stopped car due to rainy conditions.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation with an attorney.
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8/26/2008
James Murphy
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Grady EMS Supervisor’s Vehicle Slams Into Atlanta Area Pottery Studio
According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the supervisor of Grady Memorial Hospital EMS slammed into an Atlanta area pottery studio this morning (Tuesday, August 26) after crashing with another vehicle on Woodward Avenue at Boulevard. Both drivers are reported to have suffered minor injuries in the accident, and the studio was damaged as a result of the crash.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation with an experienced lawyer. There is absolutely no obligation.












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8/25/2008
James Murphy
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Police Officer Injured in I-75 Crash While Responding to Hit-and-Run Accident
Stephen Parker, a 41-year-old police officer from Richmond, Kentucky, sustained injuries in a serious car accident on I-75 while responding to a call reporting a hit-and-run accident near mile marker 88. According to www.wtvq.com, Parker was driving by the scene of the accident when a fire truck merged into his lane, causing his vehicle to crash into the median. The officer sustained back and shoulder injuries in the I-75 crash.


Our law firm handles car accident cases such as this. If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation with an experienced car accident lawyer.









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8/25/2008
James Murphy
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Serious Accident Near I-20 Sends Multiple Passengers to Hospital
A two-car collision on Highway 271 near I-20 in Texas Saturday (August 23) sent four people to the hospital and shut down two lanes of traffic. According to www.ketknbc.com, the accident occurred around 10:30pm on Highway 271 between I-20 and U.T. Tyler. The site reported that one car pulled out in front of the other vehicle, causing the accident. Of the seven total passengers in the two vehicles, four of them were sent to the hospital with injuries. According to the website, all riders were wearing seat belts at the time of the I-20 crash.

Our law firm handles car accident cases such as this.  If you have been injured in a car accident that was not your fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation with an experienced lawyer.




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8/21/2008
James Murphy
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Four Atlanta Accidents Within Five Miles on I-85 Wednesday, August 20
Between exit 56 (Collinsworth Road) and exit 61 (Fairburn) on I-85 in Atlanta Wednesday morning (August 20), four separate accidents occurred, closing some lanes for over six hours. In the first crash, a tractor-trailer truck collided with a concrete barrier around 4:30am and caught fire. Three additional accidents took place as well, and at least one person was life-flighted in a helicopter to a local hospital.


Our law firm handles car accident cases such as this. If you have been injured in a car accident that was not your fault, call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation with an experienced attorney for the metro Atlanta area.














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8/20/2008
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Serious Injuries Caused by I-85 Atlanta Racing Accident, Illegal Immigrant Charged
Illegal immigrant Alvardo Galardo, 24, has turned himself in to Union City Police after fleeing the scene of a racing accident that occurred shortly before 6:00am Thursday (August 14). According to www.myfoxatlanta.com, the crash occurred on I-85 in Atlanta near Union City when Galardo and another driver weaved in and out of lanes racing at over 100 miles per hour. Galardo’s black Mitsubishi Eclipse then slammed into an SUV while going over 100mph, causing multiple vehicles to spin and careen across the northbound lanes. Upon impact, the SUV that was hit flipped, leaving its driver, 61-year-old Linda Wiglesworth, trapped, upside-down, as another vehicle struck her Explorer. Suffering serious injuries as a result of the crash, Wiglesworth was taken to Atlanta Medical Center immediately. Both racers fled the scene– Galardo on foot and the other in his vehicle (believed to be a white Dodge Neon). The 24-year-old illegal immigrant, after turning himself in, was arrested Thursday night and faces racing, hit-and-run, and driving without a license charges. Police do not know how Galardo was able to register his vehicle and obtain Fulton County tags without a license.


Our law firm handles car accident and serious accident cases. If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation with an attorney.



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8/14/2008
James Murphy
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Augusta Deputy Injured in Car Accident While On Duty
While responding to a Wednesday morning burglary, twenty-six-year-old Aiken County deputy Brandon Geisler lost control of his patrol car due to wet road conditions on Belvedere-Clearwater Road. According to The Augusta Chronicle online, Geisler’s vehicle overturned when it hit a curb. The deputy suffered minor injuries in the crash and was taken to Aiken Regional Medical Centers for treatment and release.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in a car accident that was not your fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.
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8/13/2008
James Murphy
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Georgia Man Pinned Beneath SUV in Car Accident
Girlonzia "Lonie" McDaniel of Seminole County, Georgia, became trapped underneath his vehicle after losing control of his Kia when traveling toward Bainbridge, Georgia. According to The Post-Searchlight, McDaniel’s vehicle left the roadway at the intersection of Spring Creek Road and Ten Mile Still Road, entered the woods, overturned in trees, and ejected the driver. McDaniel was pinned beneath his vehicle when it came to rest. EMS responders and firemen used chainsaws to clear the brush and had to use a jack to raise the vehicle and free McDaniel. The Georgia man was then taken to the hospital.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in an accident in which another driver was at fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.










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8/12/2008
James Murphy
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Woman Injured in Stone Mountain Post Office Crash in Metro Atlanta
We recently posted a blog about a driver crashing into the Douglasville, Georgia, post office. According to the CBS 46 News website, a similar metro Atlanta post office crash occurred in late July in Stone Mountain, Georgia. According to the site, a driver was attempting to pull into a handicapped parking spot at the branch on West Mountain Road when he drove through the front door of the post office, striking a woman inside the building. The woman sustained minor injuries to her leg.


Our law firm handles car accident cases such as this. If you have been injured in a car accident that was not your fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.












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8/6/2008
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Four-Car Accident on Metro Atlanta’s Lawrenceville Highway Sends Cop to Hospital
A metro Atlanta police officer from Lilburn, Georgia, was sent to the hospital after sustaining injuries in a four-car collision caused by a driver who fell asleep at the wheel Tuesday morning (August 5). According to reports, the police officer was on Lawrenceville Highway driving toward the city of Lawrenceville when he stopped in a line of vehicles at the Beaver Ruin Road traffic light. His Chevy Impala police cruiser was totaled when a sedan rear-ended his vehicle, causing the Impala to collide into two vehicles ahead of it. The driver of the sedan was asleep and, therefore, never attempted to stop his vehicle to prevent or lessen the impact of the crash. Injured in the accident, the police officer was transported to the hospital and is in stable condition. No charges have been filed, and no alcohol or drugs played a role in the accident.


Our law firm handles car accident cases such as this. If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation.








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8/5/2008
James Murphy
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Campbellton Street Post Office Crash in Douglasville, Georgia
According to Douglasville Police Department deputy chief Chris Womack, a glass window broke at the Douglasville post office when an elderly woman drove her car into the front of the office over the weekend. The woman accidentally drove into the post office on Campbellton Street when she mixed up her gas and brake pedals. No one was injured, and no charges have been filed.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. Call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation.
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8/1/2008
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Woman Injured When Ejected from Vehicle on I-285 in Atlanta Last Night
A woman was injured in a car accident on Interstate 285 in Atlanta Thursday night (July 31) when she was ejected from her vehicle and went through the windshield. She was then airlifted to an Atlanta area hospital for treatment. The crash is currently under investigation, and the number of vehicles involved in the accident is not yet known. Fulton County transportation officials temporarily shut down all lanes of I-285 in Atlanta near Cascade Rd. as they worked to clear the highway.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in a car accident that was not your fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.
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7/30/2008
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Multi-Vehicle Accident on Interstate 20 Injures Five
Interstate 20 in Alabama experienced delays Monday morning (July 28) due to a multi-vehicle accident that injured at least five people. Occurring shortly before 8:30am between Allison Bonnet Drive and Fairfield, the accident involved six vehicles and sent five people to hospitals. According to reports, the wreck covered both the north- and southbound lanes of the interstate.


Our law firm handles car accident cases such as this. If you have been injured in an accident in which another driver was at fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is no obligation.
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7/29/2008
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Villa Rica and Temple Population Growth a Good Thing, Say Mayors
Rapid growth has hit Carroll County towns Villa Rica and Temple over the past several years, and both mayors have emphasized the advantages of the drastic changes in reports to the Times-Georgian. The U.S. Census Bureau announced its population estimates recently, showing a population double in Temple from 2000 to 2007 and a tripling of Villa Rica’s population over the same seven years. Though Carrollton is growing as well, it has only grown at a rate of approximately five percent over the reported time span. In fact, if population growth occurs at the same rate in each town over the same distribution, Villa Rica will be larger than Carrollton in five years. According to Villa Rica Mayor J. Collins, the steady increase has boosted the town’s economy and provided new opportunities for residents. Temple’s mayor holds a similar view for his town.


Collins, who grew up in Villa Rica, now owns his own business in addition to serving as mayor. As a result, he sees the growth as a chance for residents to do the same, and if not interested in owning their own businesses, they are certainly provided with numerous opportunities for employment. Modern conveniences are a welcome change, also, such as grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping areas. Collins also mentions the positive effect the increase in population will have on the town’s politics: a larger town means a greater amount of influence in political decisions. In addition to these benefits, a larger tax base means greater potential for the city and no unreasonable tax increases to residents.


Though Temple Mayor Rick Ford also sees population growth positively, he assures residents that he will work to keep the "small town feel" that many enjoy.


With Carroll County cities booming, more traffic will follow. Our law firm handles car accident cases and offers a free consultation. If you are involved in a car accident that is not your fault, call 770-577-3020 and we will gladly evaluate your case.


 
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7/26/2008
James Murphy
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Georgia Woman Suffers Head Injury From Car Accident
 

An Augusta, Georgia, woman suffered a head injury Friday morning after she got out of her car and inadvertantly ran into the path of another vehicle.  According to witnesses, Cheryl Wusch of Martinez, Georgia, was driving north on Wheeler Road near Augusta when she apparently became upset and pulled her car in front of a Pontiac Grand Prix.  She then got out of her car, reported sheriff's Deputy Greg Kernaghan.  The Grand Prix's driver of Waynesboro, Georgia, tried to reverse and drive around Ms. Wusch but, according to witnesses, she ran in front of his car and was hit.  Fortunately, her injuries were not life-threatening.


Our law firm handles car accident cases.  If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation.
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7/22/2008
James Murphy
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Free Seminar to Discuss Ways to Tell Parents They’re “Too Old To Drive”
Lakeshore Mall in Gainesville, GA, will host a free seminar this Saturday (July 26) for anyone feeling that his or her aging parents need to give up their car keys– permanently. According to seminar creator and speaker Don Linnartz, a talk with parents when their driving becomes hazardous is essential but sometimes difficult. In an attempt to ease that difficulty while also stressing the importance of being sensitive to the elderly’s feelings, he speaks to many about how, when, and why they should have a "talk" with elderly drivers.


Due to diminished vision, slower reflexes, or even dementia from various diseases, older drivers can endanger themselves and others on the road. Despite their limitations, however, the elderly can be very defensive when addressed about them. Linnartz teaches seminar attendees to be careful in wording, timing, and behavior when talking about the topic, and he recommends using near-accidents or fender-benders as opportunities to mention the issue. Some elderly people may recognize at least a small need for adjustment to driving habits, such as avoiding driving at night or making left turns. If done carefully, a concerned son or daughter can refer to such precautions and suggest adding to them. Car accidents are numerous, and we all need to work together to minimize their occurrence.


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7/21/2008
James Murphy
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Important Broken Arm Information
We recently added an article to our library about broken arms.  Click here to view the article and obtain the important information you need to know if you have suffered from a broken arm.  Our law firm handles personal injury cases.  Call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation.
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7/18/2008
James Murphy
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Teenage Driver Dies After Hitting Pole Near Metro Atlanta’s Powder Springs
Eighteen-year-old Harrison High School graduate Tyler Sargent died Wednesday (July 16) around 7:30pm when his 1997 Mercury Sable sideswiped another vehicle and then caught fire when colliding with a utility pole in Cobb County. According to police, he was headed north on Mars Hill Road when his vehicle crossed into the southbound lane near Hermitage Drive, causing the devastating crash. Friends and family gathered in his remembrance Thursday (July 17) at his home in Powder Springs. The metro Atlanta resident, according to relatives and friends, was polite, fun-loving, and loved by everyone around him. He had recently applied to Georgia Highlands College and was considering becoming a teacher.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a car accident, call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation.
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7/18/2008
James Murphy
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Dekalb Police Officer Injured in Car Accident While Pursuing Atlanta Citgo Robbery Suspects
An Atlanta police officer was transported by ambulance from Dekalb to Grady Memorial Hospital Wednesday afternoon for injuries he sustained in a one-car accident while pursing robbery suspects. According to officials, the officer was responding to a call regarding an armed robbery by three suspects at the Citgo on Moreland Avenue and I-285. On the way to the Citgo station, the officer hit a utility pole and suffered injuries. Though one of the suspects is in custody, police are looking for the remaining two.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been injured in an automobile accident that was not your fault, call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.
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6/27/2008
James Murphy
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Atlanta Ambulance Budget Cuts Put Lives of Accident Victims at Risk
June 27, 2008 - Earlier this week, 50-year-old Ricky Hawkins crashed into an electric pole head-on at the intersection of Lee and Oak Streets in Southwest Atlanta. Another vehicle was involved in the accident, as well, but the driver was unharmed, unlike Hawkins. Though Hawkins’ injuries were not life-threatening, he suffered from a fractured jaw, and his front teeth were knocked out in the crash. Ambulance medics were unsure if he was experiencing internal bleeding at the time of transfer to the hospital. Because the victim was transported to the hospital quickly, his injuries will most likely heal without further damage. What if the ambulance had not responded in ample time, however?


Sadly, that question may be answered by victims of car accidents in Atlanta next week. According to Grady EMS officials, the loss of nearly one-third of the budget for the ambulance service that covers the city of Atlanta will likely result in extreme delays for ambulance responses upon crashes. Currently, Grady EMS meets its target response time of 8 minutes or less, but budget cuts will lead to fewer units, leading to a possible 35-minute wait for accident victims. To ensure profitability, ambulances may be diverted from emergency calls to less serious transport services that bring in more revenue (like driving wealthy clients home from the hospital).


By cutting budgets, Fulton County Commissioners risk cutting short the very lives of their Atlanta residents. We hope the risk does not become reality.


We at Murphy & Associates handle car accident cases.  For more information, contact us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation.
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6/26/2008
James Murphy
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Standing Room Only, If At All: High Gas Prices Turn Commuters to Vanpools
June 25, 2008 - In metro Atlanta and Douglas County, skyrocketing gasoline prices are turning commuters to alternative transportation, including vanpools and commuter buses. Both Rideshare and Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA) have seen great boosts in business as a result of the economic change, with waiting lists for vans that were once below capacity and buses with standing room only. As a result, plans for new routes and transportation centers are in production.


At the beginning of the year, Rideshare had 42 vanpool routes. The current number is 53, with six new routes being coordinated. Also since the beginning of the year, approximately 175 more commuters are using Rideshare daily, increasing the total number of daily riders to an average of 550. While the commuters who have already decided to use Rideshare sign up on waiting lists for certain vanpools, those who are unsure about "mass transit" are expressing their interest: inquiries regarding Rideshare options have doubled in a number of months.


GRTA has experienced a similar phenomenon. The buses transport weekday commuters from Douglasville to various destinations in downtown and midtown Atlanta, and some routes have standing room only. The transportation center parking lot is nearly full each day, and new park and ride lots are in the works. This fall, construction will begin on a lot near the intersection of Stewart Parkway and Douglas Boulevard in Douglasville.
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6/25/2008
James Murphy
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Crash into Culvert Kills Metro Atlanta Resident
June 25, 2008 - Metro Atlanta resident Brandy M. Cline, 22, was driving on Georgia 53 when her car crashed into a cement culvert on the shoulder of the road around 3:00pm Saturday (June 21). She was six miles south of Winder on Georgia 53 when her car ran off the road and into the culvert, leading to her death. According to officials, no alcohol appeared to be involved in the fatal accident. Police are investigating the crash further.


Our law firm handles car accident cases. If you have been in a car accident in which another driver was at fault or have lost a loved one due to another’s reckless driving, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. For more information regarding car accidents and car accident cases, visit our car accident practice area page.


 
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6/24/2008
James Murphy
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Post Road Bridge to Reopen Next Week
June 24, 2008 - Douglas County Department of Transportation (DOT) began paving the damaged part of Post Road Bridge over Dog River in Douglasville, GA, today. As DOT crews scraped asphalt and cleaned the site yesterday to prepare the bridge for reopening, it was determined that the bridge would open next week as long as weather permits. The bridge has been closed since May 31 when a deputy discovered a two-foot hole in one of the traffic lanes. Highway 5 has been one of the routes used as a detour for Post Road traffic.
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6/23/2008
James Murphy
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Wheelchair-Bound Car Accident Victim Hopes to Stand This July
June 23, 2008 - After suffering extensive injuries in a car accident this past January, collegiate fast-pitch softball player Tiffany Jones found herself confined to a wheelchair. Though her prognosis is good, the eighteen-year-old must undergo physical therapy and treatment for an extended (though unknown) period of time. Combined with her excellent physical condition from sports prior to the accident, her hopeful attitude and positive efforts to help her local community should certainly aid in her recovery. Since returning home from rehabilitation in Atlanta, GA, the athlete has been speaking to various groups about her accident, the importance of wearing seatbelts, how quickly car accidents can occur, and simple ways to contribute to society like adopting a pet.


In the accident, Tiffany was riding as a passenger when she was thrown from the vehicle. The car flipped several times, throwing Tiffany out of the back window and causing her to hit the pavement. The list of her resulting injuries is staggering: a broken neck, separated right shoulder, lacerated liver, broken nose, and, of course, bruises and cuts. The scholarship-winning athlete was told that she would never be able to walk again.


Strong and determined, Tiffany has already shown miraculous progress. Her muscles are working to some extent, and her dad reports that she may be working on standing up in less than one month.


Our law firm handles car accident cases such as this. For more information, visit our car accident practice area page or contact us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation.


 
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6/23/2008
James Murphy
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Death of Son Prompts Parents to Keep Kids Safe
June 23, 2008 - After witnessing a family tragedy that led to their own son’s death, metro Atlanta parents Steve Wise and Brandi Lucas have chosen child safety as their personal mission. Wishing that no one would experience what they had to endure four years ago, they have participated in fundraisers for police departments in their hometown of Covington, GA, and held child safety drives since the accident.


The tragic event occurred when young Garet Wise was visiting family. As another relative backed out of the driveway, Garet’s father, Steve, watched the car accidentally strike his toddler, knowing there was nothing he could do to prevent the accident. Devastated, both parents became determined to prevent future accidents involving children. Currently, the couple is planning another child safety seat drive which will take place at the beginning of this school year.


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6/17/2008
James Murphy
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Post Road Bridge to Reopen Soon
June 17, 2008 - Douglas County Department of Transportation director Randy Hulsey announced Monday (June 16) at the Board of Commissioners (BOC) work session that repairs to Post Road bridge will most likely be completed within two and one-half weeks. Upon completion, the bridge will reopen to traffic, but Hulsey has proposed that it be inaccessible to large trucks.

After spending between $30,000 and $40,000 laying new pavement, replacing steel, rebuilding approaches to the bridge near Dog River, and replacing the deck completely, the BOC may drop the bridge’s load limit from 19 tons to 10 tons. As a result, large trucks would be unable to cross the bridge, but local school buses would still be able to cross (since they weigh under 10 tons). In this case, trucks would use State Highway 5 as an alternative route (as they are doing currently).


The plans for the new bridge will locate it just west of the present bridge, allowing travelers on the two-lane county road (which connects southern Douglas County to Interstate 20) to use the reopened old bridge during the construction of the new one.
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6/16/2008
James Murphy
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Hiding Past Injuries From Your Lawyer
June 16, 2008 - There are many guidelines to follow if you want to avoid mistakes in your personal injury or worker’s compensation case, but reporting past injuries to your lawyer is one of the most important actions to keep in mind. Even if you believe some of your injuries are unrelated to those you experienced as a result of your accident, it is in your best interest to be honest with your attorney about them. Upon researching all of your past and current injuries, your lawyer will use his or her experience to distinguish those that are related from those that are not and prepare to argue your case accordingly. You may be tempted to believe that your medical records from another state or years in the past will not be discovered, but the lawyer who is representing the other person will most likely find out information about all your prior injuries and treatments.


Perhaps the quickest and easiest way to damage your claim is to try to hide or not disclose information about your injuries. You will lose credibility and possibly lose your case. For more information on mistakes to avoid if you want to win your auto accident case, please order my free booklet, "Mistakes to Avoid if You Want to Win Your Car Wreck Case," by calling 770-577-3020.
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6/11/2008
James Murphy
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Steer Clear of Red Light Running
June 11, 2008 - You might be in a rush, but you won’t be in a hurry when having to pay the possible consequences of running a red light. The Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration reported through its "Stop Red Light Running" program that 1.8 million crashes in intersections occur each year. In 1998 alone, drivers who ran red lights caused automobile accidents that led to over 80,000 injuries and almost as many as 1,000 deaths (according to federal government statistics).


Just how serious are these statistics? Considering the fact that over half of all United States drivers admit to running a red light, pedestrians, motorcyclists, and drivers alike have great cause for concern. In terms of the likelihood of serious injury or death, this offense is equal to that of drunk driving. The exchange of time at the price of safety is simply too dangerous. By "stopping on red," you may prevent tragic or even fatal injuries that could otherwise occur. In addition to avoiding this temptation when you approach a red light, it is essential that you watch for other drivers who may choose to run red lights due to frustration, "road rage," or, the most common reason, impatience. To ensure your own and others’ safety, always allow yourself plenty of time to reach your desired destination (accounting for possible traffic delays), and pay careful attention to other drivers at intersections. Thank you for your safe driving!


Interested in learning more? Click here to read the report.
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6/11/2008
James Murphy
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New Carrollton Office Location
June 11, 2008 - Murphy & Associates is pleased to announce that we have a new Carrollton location for your convenience. Already serving many clients in Douglasville and the surrounding areas (including Carrollton), we are pleased to provide a local office for Carroll County residents, a convenient location to meet with us. If you are looking for an experienced attorney in the Carrollton area, contact us at 770-577-3020 to schedule a free consultation at our new office location: 500 Old Bremen Rd. Carrollton, GA 30117.  Need driving directions?  Click here. 
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6/10/2008
James Murphy
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A Bone Fracture May Require Much More Than a Cast
June 10, 2008 - Until experiencing a bone fracture personally, many may not realize the severity and long-term effects of the injury. The most common and often more painful outcome of auto accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents, a bone fracture may require much more than just a temporary cast or sling: surgery, physical therapy, extended recovery periods, and even chronic pain and permanent partial disability are among the more serious results. In addition to facing the high cost of medical bills, a person with a fractured bone often loses wages due to necessary time away from work for treatment and recovery. Adding to the degree in which a fracture changes the quality of one’s lifestyle, the injured person almost always experiences a loss of independence and mobility, sometimes for a long period of time.


What exactly is a fractured bone? The injury is a medical condition in which a break in the continuity of the bone has occurred. Though fractures can be caused by other medical conditions that weaken the bones of sufferers, they are often the result of force or stress on the body. You may tell someone that you have a "broken bone" after a receiving a fracture in a high-impact automobile wreck or another type of accident, but the technical term in orthopaedic medicine is "fracture" rather than "break." Whether you’ve fractured an arm, wrist, ankle, leg, shoulder, hip, rib, or another fragile bone area, we at Murphy & Associates are well-qualified to assist you with compassionate legal advice. We have seen many cases in which victims of motor vehicle accidents have suffered from broken ankles, broken arms, and other bones, and they have received compensation for their pain and suffering, lost wages, and medical bills. If you have fractured a bone due to an accident that was not your fault, we will meet with you for a free evaluation of your case. We look forward to helping you.
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6/9/2008
James Murphy
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How Big is Your Blind Spot? Find Out Before It's Too Late

June 9, 2008 - Hopefully, every new driver is frequently warned about his or her "blind spot" and the dangers of not accounting for it properly. How many drivers, however, account for the differing sizes of their blind spots when they change vehicles? Child fatalities caused by drivers who backed into the "invisible" kids behind them seem to answer this question negatively. According to a nonprofit group devoted to child safety around cars (Kids and Cars), over half of all non-traffic accidents resulting in child fatality between 2001 and 2006 were caused by "backover" incidents. In addition, every week in the United States, a minimum of 50