After a car crash in Evans, it is common to get a call from an insurance adjuster — sometimes even that very same day. Many adjusters are professional and polite, but their job is to protect the insurer’s bottom line. That can mean asking questions in ways that reduce...
Most DUIs start when an officer catches someone driving while impaired. However, what if you attempted to do the right thing and parked on the side of the road to sleep it off? Most professionals run the risk of getting called out or worse, losing their jobs because...
An accident can happen in the blink of an eye. In one moment you are driving to work and the next you find yourself looking at a totaled vehicle, checking to see if you or anyone else is hurt and trying to figure out what went wrong. When the answer points to another...
Georgia law treats every driver as having consented to chemical testing simply by operating a vehicle on state roads. If an officer arrests you for driving under the influence (DUI) in Evans or anywhere in the Augusta area, the state considers you to have already...
Georgia prohibits driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating substances. If an officer suspects that you are drunk, they may ask you to take part in a series of field sobriety tests. While these tests can support an officer’s observations, they are...
It is illegal to drive a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Some might think the best solution to this problem is to sleep away the effects inside their car, wake up sober and drive to their next destination. However, in Georgia, this can still lead to a...
Facing a Driving Under the Influence charge before you even turn 21 can feel life-changing. If it is your first time, you might be unsure what the legal process is or what the consequences will be. This guide walks you through what you should know about how Georgia...
The human body's response to trauma can be deceptive. If you tell a police officer, an EMT or the other driver you are unhurt following a collision, the at-fault driver’s insurance company will likely reference this statement repeatedly if you later seek compensation...
Getting arrested for the first time can leave you scared, confused and unsure of what comes next. In Georgia, a misdemeanor doesn’t always send you to jail, but the risk depends on the charge and how you respond afterward. Here’s what determines whether you spend time...
When someone has been drinking and realizes they need to drive, panic can set in. Many people turn to so-called “sober up quick” tricks, believing they can speed up the sobering process enough to safely get behind the wheel. However, taking a cold shower, eating a...
