Blog Archive - August, 2018

GEORGIA – August 31, 2018 (patch.com) Labor Day is a busy time for people across Georgia. It’s an even busier time for Troopers with the Georgia State Patrol, who are gearing up for the increased traffic the holiday usually brings. The story is online at patch.com.*

CANTON, GA- Patch.com reports that a two-year-old child was killed by a vehicle over the weekend. The victim, Lilly, died on Sunday, August 26, 2018.*

TBILISI, GA- Georgiatoday.ge reports that a 66-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle while she was walking home on Monday, August 27, 2018. The crash took place on Beliashvili Street. The woman was reportedly killed instantly when she was struck by a van.*

EMANUEL COUNTY, GA- Augustachronicle.com reports that two people died in an ATV accident on Sunday. August 26, 2018. The crash happened at about 5:15 p.m. when the ATV that the victims were traveling on collided with a passenger vehicle on Old Wadley Road.*

GEORGIA- According to 13wmaz.com, a tractor-trailer was involved in an accident that led to a fire on Interstate 75. The truck was so badly burnt that the crews working to clear the interstate had to shovel up its remains after it was moved to the shoulder.*

SAVANNAH, GA- According to govtech.com, police officers in Georgia are looking at incorporating drone technology into their crime fighting and community protection efforts. The Savannah officers looking to convince the city that officers could make use of drones pointed to car accidents, missing children and active shooters as scenarios where a drone could aid law enforcement efforts.

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – August 27, 2018 (fox5atlanta.com) According to an online news report from fox5atlanta.com, a pedestrian died on the evening of August 26 after being struck by a vehicle in DeKalb County, Georgia.*

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – August 24, 2018 (cbs46.com) A motorcyclist died August 24 in DeKalb County, Georgia, after crashing into a stalled car on Interstate 285, according to an online article from cbs46.com.* 

ATLANTA, GA. – August 27, 2018 (11alive.com) The work week was off to a slow start for many people traveling in and around Atlanta August 27, as two large accidents on a major interstate left traffic at a standstill. An article on 11alive.com details the traffic delays.*

JEFFERSON COUNTY, TN. – August 25, 2018 (citizentribune.com) A crash between two tractor-trailers August 24 resulted in injuries to a Georgia trucker and charges for a Tennessee trucker. The story is reported online by citizentribune.com.*

GAINESVILLE, GA. – August 26, 2018 (gainesvilletimes.com) A two-vehicle crash August 25 in Gainesville, Georgia, started with a tire blowout, according to an online news report from gainesvilletimes.com.*

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – August 24, 2018 (ajc.com) Authorities have identified the motorcyclist who died August 24 in DeKalb County, Georgia, after crashing into a stalled car on Interstate 285, according to an online article from ajc.com.* 

LIBERTY COUNTY, GA. – August 24, 2018 (wtoc.com) As reported online by wtoc.com, three bystanders saved a driver from a burning car after he had crashed into a tree in Liberty County, Georgia.*

WALTON COUNTY, GA. – August 24, 2018 (waltontribune.com) A man from Walton County, Georgia, died after trying to save his dogs from a house fire. The story is reported online at waltontribune.com.*

SAVANNAH, GA. – August 24, 2018 (savannahnow.com) According to an online news report from savannahnow.com, the Savannah Police Department is seeking to use drones during some of its investigations.*

EMANUEL COUNTY, GA. – August 27, 2018 (wrdw.com) A plane crash August 25 in Emanuel County, Georgia, left four people dead and one seriously injured, according to an online news report from wrdw.com.*

COBB COUNTY, GA. – August 24, 2018 (wsbtv.com) According to an online news story on wsbtv.com, a wreck on Interstate 75 August 24 caused major traffic delays in Cobb County, Georgia.

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – August 24, 2018 (myajc.com) Three DeKalb County school buses were involved in a chain-reaction collision August 24 on U.S. 78, according to an online article by myajc.com, and one driver was transported to a hospital with injuries.*

BARTOW COUNTY, GA. – August 24, 2018 (fox5atlanta.com) A beloved show horse died August 22 after a driver crashed through a private Bartow County stable fence and struck the horse, then left the scene. The story is covered by an online news report from fox5atlanta.com.*

CONYERS, GA. – August 23, 2018 (ajc.com) According to an online news report from ajc.com, a dump truck overturned August 23 in Conyers, Georgia, spilling 18 tons of gravel onto an Interstate 20 overpass.*

The Claims Journal reports that Georgia is one of the few states in the country to allow the defense of willful misconduct in a workers’ compensation action. Furthermore, the defense of intoxication while on the job, like willful misconduct, can prevent the worker from collecting workers’ compensation benefits after a workplace injury. Your employer must do more than claim you committed willful misconduct or were intoxicated on the job to avoid liability for your workers’ compensation claim in Georgia. Instead, your employer needs hard evidence and must prove that you committed the acts alleged. Employers looking to avoid liability for their employees’ injuries will investigate injuries thoroughly to avoid paying claims.*

CONYERS, GA. – August 22, 2018 (ajc.com) A news report from ajc.com details a bizarre accident on Interstate 20 in Conyers, Georgia, in which a mattress caught on fire.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. – August 23, 2018 (gwinnettdailypost.com) According to an online news report from gwinnettdailypost.com, the driver involved in an August 23 crash outside of a Gwinnett County elementary school has been identified.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. – August 23, 2018 (ajc.com) According to an online news report from ajc.com, a child was ejected from a vehicle during a wreck August 23 outside of a Gwinnett County elementary school.*

DUBLIN, GA. – August 23, 2018 (13wmaz.com) According to an online news report from 13wmaz.com, an 18-year-old woman tragically died August 23 in a vehicle wreck in Dublin, Georgia.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 23, 2018 (ajc.com) A car stolen from Cobb County, Georgia, crashed into an SUV in northwest Atlanta while driving the wrong way down a street. The story is reported online at ajc.com.*

ALBANY, GA. – August 24, 2018 (walb.com) A school bus from Lee County, Georgia, was involved in a wreck in Albany the morning of August 24, according to an online news report from walb.com.*

JONESBORO, GA. – August 22, 2018 (news-daily.com) A man was struck and killed by a vehicle August 22 on Tara Boulevard in Jonesboro, Georgia, according to news-daily.com. The accident serves as a reminder of the numerous pedestrian fatalities that have taken place on this particular roadway.*

ROME, GA. – August 23, 2018 (northwestgeorgianews.com) According to an online report from northwestgeorgianews.com, a rollover accident August 23 in Rome, Georgia, resulted in injuries to a 2-year-old child.*

DODGE COUNTY, GA. – August 22, 2018 (13wmaz.com) A vehicle wreck August 22 that killed three people in Dodge County, Georgia, was preceded by a high-speed chase with law enforcement, according to an online story from 13wmaz.com.*

CUMBERLAND COUNTY, TN— A 35-year-old man died in a horrific head-on collision on Highway 70 westbound on Tuesday, August 21, 2018, according to 1057news.com.The fatal crash happened west of Crossville sometime in the morning hours. The preliminary investigation revealed that the man lost control over his small vehicle and slammed head-on into a Freightliner heading in the opposite direction. Law enforcement officers and work crews need to shut down the highway for a few hours while they investigated the crash and removed debris from the crash scene.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 23, 2018 (11alive.com) As reported online by 11alive.com, the Georgia Legislature’s attempt to clarify a rule on buses has caused even more confusion for drivers in the state, and some critics say it places students at risk.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 16, 2018 (autonews.com) Public apprehension regarding autonomous vehicles is steadily increasing, according to a recent survey. The survey results are reported online by autonews.com.*

WILMINGTON ISLAND, GA. – August 19, 2018 (wtoc.com) Reports are conflicting regarding a motorcyclist killed by a drunk driver August 19 in Chatham County, Georgia. One of the reports is online at wtoc.com.*

NEW ORLEANS, LA. – August 17, 2018 (cbsnews.com) The parents of a teenager from Georgia have filed a lawsuit against the Phi Delta Theta fraternity of Louisiana State University and four fraternity members in connection with the alleged hazing death of their son. The story is reported online at cbsnews.com.*

COLUMBUS, GA. – August 17, 2018 (wtvm.com) According to an online news report from wtvm.com, a man from Columbus, Georgia, is suing the Muscogee County School District in connection with a hit-and-run bus accident that occurred in 2016.*

ALABAMA – August 20, 2018 (timesdaily.com) As reported online by timesdaily.com, a mother who lost her daughter to distracted driving is pushing for Alabama to pass a Hands-Free law. Georgia’s Hands-Free Law went into effect last month and has been successful.*

GAINESVILLE, GA. – August 18, 2018 (gainesvilletimes.com) According to an online news story from gainesvilletimes.com, a motorcyclist suffered serious injuries August 18 in an accident in Gainesville, Georgia.*

NAPERVILLE, IL. – August 20, 2018 (kwqc.com) The truck driver who caused an August 19 crash in Illinois that injured an 11-year-old child is reportedly from Kingsland, Georgia, according to an online report from kwqc.com.*

NORTH AUGUSTA, SC. – August 20, 2018 (wrdw.com) A 1-year-old girl was tragically struck and killed by a vehicle August 18 in South Carolina, according to an online news report from wrdw.com. The driver fled the scene.*

WHITEMARSH ISLAND, GA—A 72-year-old motorist ran a stop sign and killed a 39-year-old Savannah man who was riding a motorcycle. The crash happened at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 19, 2018, on Island Expressway, in the area of Bryan Woods Road, according to WSAV. Officers from the Georgia State Patrol are investigating the crash.*

LOWNDES COUNTY, GA. – August 15, 2018 (wctv.com) According to an online news report from wctv.com, Lowndes County school officials say the middle school student who was struck by a car August 15 is “undergoing tests.”*

SCOTTSDALE, AZ. – August 16, 2018 (myfox28columbus.com) Grocery company Kroger has launched a program using self-driving vehicles for grocery delivery services in Scottsdale, Arizona, according to an online news story from myfox28columbus.com.* 

COBB COUNTY, GA— The Marietta Daily Journal has reported that three people were rushed to local medical centers with severe injuries. The accident occurred Sunday evening, not too far from Six Flags Over Georgia. Cobb County police are continuing their investigation and may issue criminal charges soon. The preliminary reports from the scene suggest that speed playing a substantial role in causing this horrendous crash.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 15, 2018 (news.gatech.edu) Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a vehicle for delivering stem cells to injured muscles in elderly patients. The story is reported online at news.gatech.edu.*

JEFFERSON COUNTY, GA. – August 18, 2018 (wjbf.com) A Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputy was injured in a vehicle accident in Wrens, Georgia, according to an online news report from wjbf.com.*

COBB COUNTY, GA— According to the Cobb County Currier, Cobb County Police Officers began an investigation into a head-on collision that sent three people to the hospital. Each person is fighting for their lives. The head-on crash happened on August 19, 2018, at approximately 8:15 p.m. on White Road in South Cobb, just south of Factory Shoals Road. Cobb County officers have requested the public’s help in gathering additional information.*

ATLANTA, GA— As if Monday morning could not get any worse, a motor vehicle crash on I-85 south created a nightmare commute for people heading to work and school. Traffic observers opined that anyone who usually takes I-85 into Atlanta should find another route into the city. Even though police cleared the accident by 7:20 a.m., Atlanta’s 11Alive.com reported that the morning rush would not improve due to the delays caused by the crash.*

COLUMBUS, GA—Driving during the Tuesday morning commute was typically brutal after a car crash in Columbus forced police to reroute traffic. WTVM.com reported that a car accident on Wynnton Road caused traffic tie-ups on Tuesday, August 20, 2018. Local police advised drivers to avoid the area if at all possible to allow for a thorough investigation and for crews to have an opportunity to safely evaluate the injured parties as well as clear the scene of the incident.*

ATLANTA, GA—A brave, selfless, and quick-thinking daughter shoved her mother to safety after being pushed on the subway tracks in a downtown Atlanta subway station on Sunday, August 19, 2018, according to OnlineAthens.com. Shocked onlookers watched in horror as a male pushed the woman on to the tracks. The woman’s daughter swooped in a shoved her mother to relative safety as a train arrived at the station. Both women survived, and police apprehended the male.*

BUFORD, GA— Gwinnett County police responded to Ivy Creek Elementary School around 7:20 a.m. Monday morning to investigate reports that a child was injuredin a school bus incident. According to the Gwinnett Daily Post, the police believed the child attended Ivy Creek Elementary School. The child’s condition was unknown.*

WHEATON, MD—A man died after being struck by a vehicle in the area of Wheaton, Maryland. Montgomery County police say the deceased male tried to cross the street around 8:26 p.m. Sunday, August 19, 2018, and a motorist hit him. Emergency personnel rushed the pedestrian to the hospital,butunfortunately,he succumbed to the injuries he suffered in the crash according to WUSA9.com. Police have not released the man’s name, age, or his hometown.*

ATLANTA, GA— A 61-year-old woman barely survived a chain reaction auto collision that pinned her body between her car and a gas pump. Several children were in the vehicle into which the woman was pumping gas at the time of the crash according to WJBF.com.The accident transpired Monday, August 20, 2018, in Lithonia, located in DeKalb County. The unidentified victim remains in critical condition after suffering severe, life-threatening injuries.*

ATLANTA, GA — Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) recently discussed how autonomous vehicles need to learn how to interact with human drivers. Apparently, this is not as simple as it should be. Human drivers are unpredictable and can easily confuse a computer which is programmed to follow the rules of the road.*

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – (walb.com) A 7-year-old boy died after being hit by a car in DeKalb County, Georgia, according to an online news report from walb.com.

ATLANTA, GA. – (actionnewsnow.com) In an article on actionnewsnow.com, an Atlanta doctor discusses the dangers of electric scooters, as he sees more patients entering the ER with scooter injuries. 

WALKER COUNTY, GA. – (wrcbtv.com) The Georgia State Patrol is searching for a driver involved in a pedestrian hit-and-run accident in Walker County, Georgia, according to an online news report from wrcbtv.com.*

THOMAS COUNTY, GA. – August 15, 2018 (wctv.com) According to an online news story from wctv.com, an overturned semi-truck caused serious traffic delays August 15 in Thomas County, Georgia, for more than two hours.*

FULTON COUNTY, GA. – August 17, 2018 (ajc.com) A woman and child were killed August 16 in a car wreck in Fulton County, Georgia. The story is reported online by ajc.com.*

PAULDING COUNTY, GA. – August 15, 2018 (wsbtv.com) A child killed in a motor vehicle accident August 14 had just started preschool and was one month away from her fifth birthday. The story is reported online by wsbtv.com.* 

ATHENS, GA. – August 16, 2018 (saturdaydownsouth.com) According to an online report from saturdaydownsouth.com, a University of Georgia football player was involved in a motorcycle accident on August 16 in Athens, Georgia.*

COLUMBIA COUNTY, GA. – August 15, 2018 (wrdw.com) Two teenage sisters suffered only minor injuries August 14 after a high-speed crash in Columbia County, Georgia, that resulted in a vehicle fire. The story is reported online by wrdw.com.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. – August 16, 2018 (mdjonline.com) A second lawsuit has been filed against Georgia-based Colonial Pipeline in connection with a 2016 explosion, according to an online news report from mdjonline.com.*

CLAYTON COUNTY, GA. – (wsbtv.com) The Georgia teen involved in a crash that killed her classmate on Senior Skip Day gave a press conference recently and said she wished she had died in the accident instead of her friend. The story is reported online at wsbtv.com.*

COBB COUNTY, GA. – August 16, 2018 (wsbtv.com) Two separate tractor-trailer accidents caused massive traffic delays in Cobb County, Georgia, on August 15 and August 16, according to an online news report from wsbtv.com.*

WOODSTOCK, GA. – August 15, 2018 (patch.com) According to an online news report from patch.com, a motorcyclist was injured August 15 in Woodstock, Georgia, during a crash with an SUV.*

COLUMBUS, GA. – August 17, 2018 (wtvm.com) According to an online news story from wtvm.com, authorities in Columbus, Georgia, are investigating an accident involving a pedestrian that occurred August 17.*

COBB COUNTY, GA. – August 16, 2018 (11alive.com) A pair of semi-truck accidents on August 15 and August 16 wreaked havoc on traffic throughout Cobb County, Georgia, according to an online news report from wsbtv.com.*

VALDOSTA, GA. – August 15, 2018 (valdostadailytimes.com) According to a report from the news website valdostadailytimes.com, a motorcyclist was seriously injured in a traffic accident August 15 in Valdosta, Georgia.*

MARIETTA, GA. – August 17, 2018 (patch.com) A former Uber driver who struck and killed a school crossing guard in Cobb County, Georgia, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison, according to an online news report from patch.com.*

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – August 20, 2018 (patch.com) According to an online news report from patch.com, police in DeKalb County, Georgia, are cracking down on drag racing in response to crashes that have occurred, particularly along one stretch of road.*

FROSTPROOF, FL. – August 17, 2018 (dailyridge.com) Two men from Georgia were involved in a vehicle accident August 16 in Frostproof, Florida. One of the men was injured, according to an online news report about the crash on dailyridge.com.*

COBB COUNTY, GA. – August 19, 2018 (ajc.com) News reporters who cover Cobb County, Georgia, are calling the August 15 tractor-trailer wreck that occurred on Interstate 20 the worst they have ever seen. Their thoughts on the wreck are covered on ajc.com.*

OMER, MI. – August 20, 2018 (wnem.com) According to an online news report from wnem.com, a woman from Georgia was seriously injured August 19 in a vehicle wreck in Omer, Michigan.*

MABLETON, GA. – August 20, 2018 (patch.com) Three people were injured August 19, including two teenagers, in a vehicle wreck in Cobb County, according to an online news story from patch.com. Rainy weather reportedly contributed to the crash.*

SMYRNA, GA. – August 20, 2018 (patch.com) As reported online by patch.com, a vehicle crashed into a traffic light in Smyrna Georgia on August 19, disrupting a busy intersection during the start of the work week.*

CHATHAM COUNTY, GA. – August 20, 2018 (wjcl.com) A vehicle accident on Interstate 95 and Interstate 16 backed up traffic for several hours in Chatham County, according to a news report from wjcl.com.*

WHITEMARSH ISLAND, GA. – August 19, 2018 (savannahnow.com) A drunk driver crashed into and killed a motorcyclist August 19 on Georgia’s Whitemarsh Island, according to an online news report from savannahnow.com.*

COLBERT, GA. – August 15, 2018 (madisonjournaltoday.com) As reported online by madisonjournaltoday.com, three workers were injured August 15 at the construction site for a new Georgia Renewable Power Plant in Colbert, Georgia.*

MACON COUNTY, AL. – August 16, 2018 (thetuskegeenews.com) According to an online news report from thetuskegeenews.com, two men were killed in a four-vehicle collision August 9 in Macon County, Alabama. One of the victims was from Georgia.*

JOHNS CREEK, GA. – (wsbtv.com) According to an online news story by wsbtv.com, several children in Johns Creek, Georgia, fell ill from a chlorine overload at a Lifetime Fitness swimming pool.*

BEAUFORT, SC. – (wsav.com) A 24-year-old motorcyclist died in a single-vehicle collision in Beaufort, South Carolina, according to an online news report from wsav.com.*

LOWNDES COUNTY, GA. – (wctv.com) According to an online news report from wctv.com, more information has been released regarding a middle school student that was struck by a car August 15 in Lowndes County, Georgia.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. - August 15, 2018 (cbs46.com) A double tractor-trailer crash on Interstate 85 August 15 tied up traffic through Gwinnett County, according to an online news story from cbs46.com.*

PAULDING COUNTY, GA. – (ajc.com) The 4-year-old granddaughter of a Paulding County Sheriff’s detention officer was tragically killed in a motor vehicle accident according to an online news report from ajc.com.*

EL PASO, TX. – August 14, 2018 (wsbradio.com) A mother in Texas tragically died trying to shield several children from being hit by a car in a school parking lot. The story is reported by wsbradio.com.*

SOUTH BEND, IN. – (atlanta.cbslocal.com) An Indiana man involved in a car accident earlier this year has recovered from devastating injuries, according to an online news report from atlanta.cbslocal.com.*

BRANSON, MO. – (wsbradio.com) According to an online news story from wsbradio.com, two people were trapped on a bungee ride in Branson, Missouri.*

DENVER, CO. – August 14, 2018 (wsbradio.com) According to an online news report from wsbradio.com, nine people in Denver, Colorado, were injured August 14 in what appears to have been a natural gas explosion.*

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – (ajc.com) The 7-year-old boy who died after being hit by a car in DeKalb County, Georgia, was reportedly hit by a Nissan SUV, according to an online news report from ajc.com.*

ORANGE COUNTY, FL. – (wsbradio.com) As reported online by wsbradio.com, a worker died in an industrial accident at Walt Disney World in Florida.*

ATLANTA, GA. – (wjcl.com) As the new school year begins in Atlanta, Georgia, thousands of school buses have already undergone rigorous testing. The story is online at wjcl.com.*

HARDEEVILLE, SC. – (wsav.com) Interstate 95 is finally back open after lane closures backed up traffic for five hours following a deadly crash. The story is reported online by wsav.com.*

AUGUSTA, GA. – (augustachronicle.com) According to an online news story from augustchronicle.com, local officials announced the start of the “Yellow Dot Program” at a press conference in Augusta, Georgia. The program is designed to alert emergency responders to important medical information about victims.*

ATLANTA, GA. – (wsbtv.com) A car crashed into an Atlanta home according to an online news report from wsbtv.com, and the driver says street racers caused the accident.*

HARDEEVILLE, SC. – (islandpacket.com) According to an online news report from islandpacket.com, a crash on I-95 involving a car and a tractor-trailer left one driver dead. Traffic from the collision backed up into Georgia.*

FORSYTH COUNTY, GA— A woman from Forsyth County, Georgia died in a horrible vehicle crash on Saturday, August 18, 2018, according to the Forsyth News.The woman who passed away from her injuries was the operator of a sports utility vehicle that struck a tree. Police believe she lost control over the vehicle. However, they are unsure why she lost control at this point in their investigation.*

TALLAHASSEE, FL. – August 9, 2018 (wctv.com) An online article from wctv.com examines the debate behind posting photos and videos of vehicle accidents to social media.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 14, 2018 (fox5atlanta.com) In the event of a medical emergency involving an 18-year-old, parents might have limited rights. A financial advisor in Georgia is spreading awareness of this issue and encouraging parents to have their kids sign important documents that can avoid the situation.*

CLAY COUNTY, AL. – August 14, 2018 (trussvilletribune.com) A man from Georgia was involved in a vehicle collision August 13 that killed a man from Alabama, according to an online news story from trussvilletribune.com.*

WAYCROSS, GA. – August 14, 2018 (news4jax.com) A Georgia man died August 11 after heroically pushing his 4-year-old daughter out of the path of an oncoming car. The story is reported at news4jax.com.*

CALHOUN, TN – August 10, 2018 (newschannel9.com) According to an online news report from newschannel9.com, a truck driver from Georgia was involved in a vehicle accident August 9 in Tennessee that resulted in the death of one man.*

GEORGIA – August 11, 2018 (fool.com) Walmart is partnering with autonomous vehicle company Waymo for grocery pickup services, according to an online news report from fool.com.

GENOA, ITALY – August 14, 2018 (npr.org) According to an online news report from npr.org, a section of highway bridge in Genoa, Italy, collapsed August 14, leaving at least 22 people dead and several injured.*

GEORGIA – (augustachronicle.com) Pedestrian accidents and fatalities have been increasing during the last several years, both in Georgia and around the country, according to an online news story from augustachronicle.com.

SAVANNAH, GA. – July 17, 2018 (wsav.com) The defense has answered a lawsuit brought by the wife of a Georgia police officer killed in a tractor-trailer collision, according to an online news report from wsav.com.

LOWNDES COUNTY, GA. – August 15, 2018 (walb.com) According to an online news report from walb.com, a middle school student was struck by a car August 15 in Lowndes County, Georgia.*

THOMAS COUNTY, GA. – August 8, 2018 (wctv.com) For several days, crews with the Environmental Protection Agency have been working to clear a house in Thomas County, Georgia, after a family was poisoned by liquid mercury. The story is online at wctv.com.*

GERMANY – August 7, 2018 (phys.org) According to an online news report from phys.org, German luxury automaker BMW is recalling more than 300,000 vehicles in Europe after reports of engine fires.*

August 8, 2018 (empr.com) An over-the-counter nasal decongestant has been recalled due to microbial contamination, according to an online news story from empr.com.

MCDUFFIE COUNTY, GA. – August 18, 2018 (wrdw.com) According to an online news report from wrdw.com, a vehicle crash in McDuffie County, Georgia, caused the death of a man from Warren County.*

WARREN COUNTY, GA. – August 17, 2018 (wjbf.com) According to an online news report from wjbf.com, authorities in Warren County, Georgia, responded to a vehicle accident on Interstate 20 August 17.*

KOKOMO, IN. – August 8, 2018 (kokomotribune.com) According to an online news report from kokomo.com, a four-vehicle collision in Kokomo, Indiana, might have been caused by equipment failure in a Georgia driver’s tractor-trailer.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 8, 2018 (patch.com) As reported online by patch.com, the number of motorcycle deaths dropped across the country and in Georgia in 2017, but state helmet laws remain a point of contention.

TIFT COUNTY, GA. – August 8, 2018 (wtxl.com) According to an online news report from wtxl.com, a vehicle collision in Tift County, Georgia, left one person dead.*

ALBANY, GA. – (walb.com) According to an online news report from walb.com, the victims of a double-fatality wreck in Albany, Georgia, have now been identified. The two were father and daughter.*

LOWNDES COUNTY, GA. – (wctv.com) Additional information has been released regarding a vehicle accident in Lowndes County, Georgia, August 8 that killed one man, according to an online news report from wctv.com.* 

GLYNN COUNTY, GA. – (thebrunswicknews.com) According to an online article from thebrunswicknews.com, a teenage driver struck and killed a pedestrian in Glynn County, Georgia.*

MILLEDGEVILLE, GA. – August 15, 2018 (unionrecorder.com) A 72-year-old woman from Milledgeville, Georgia, was killed in a vehicle accident August 10, according to an online news report from unionrecorder.com.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 14, 2018 (11alive.com) A motorcyclist died in a vehicle accident on Interstate 85 in Atlanta, Georgia, according to a news report from 11alive.com.* 

WALKER COUNTY, GA. – August 14, 2018 (wdef.com) Georgia State Patrol Troopers have arrested a man they think was involved in a pedestrian hit-and-run accident August 14 in Walker County, Georgia. The story is reported online at wdef.com.*

CHATTANOOGA, TN. – August 9, 2018 (newschannel9.com) According to an online news report from newschannel9.com, two Tennessee women are suing Uber for failing to suspend a driver after a complaint of sexual assault.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 13, 2018 (cbs40.com) According to an online news report from cbs40.com, a Georgia Department of Transportation worker was injured August 13 in a construction accident on Interstate 285.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 9, 2018 (11alive.com) A friend of a man struck and killed by an Atlanta police officer while riding a scooter has set up a memorial at the scene of the accident. The story is reported online by 11alive.com.* 

GREENLAND, NH. – August 10, 2018 (macon.com) According to an online news story from macon.com, a school bus crash in New Hampshire resulted in injuries to the driver and several students.*

August 10, 2018 (tiresandparts.net) An online article from tiresandparts.net discusses a recent study performed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety regarding driver assistance systems. Most the systems tested did not perform as well as expected.*

SAVANNAH, GA. – August 6, 2018 (wjcl.com) A Savannah Police patrol car was involved in a three-vehicle collision August 6 near the Savannah Speedway, according to an online news report from wjcl.com.*

Kokomo, Indiana - A Georgia big-rig driver crashed into a mini-van Kokomo, Indiana according to Newsbug.info. The mini-van carried a 41-year-old woman and her three small children. All four needed to be air-lifted to a local trauma center where they remain in critical condition.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 7, 2018 (11alive.com) As reported by 11alive.com, people in an Atlanta neighborhood are coming together to help a teenager who was injured in a lawnmower accident.*

PORTAGE, IN. – August 8, 2018 (accessatlanta.com) According to an online news report from accessatlanta.com, one toddler was killed and another was seriously injured when a freight train hit them in Portage, Indiana.*

SAN FRANCISCO, CA. – August 13, 2018 (foxbusiness.com) As reported by foxbusiness.com, a trial against Roundup maker Monsanto concluded August 10 with a verdict for the plaintiff and an award of $289 million in damages. The result could signal a large future liability for Monsanto and its parent company, Bayer.*

SEATTLE, WA. – August 13, 2018 (gpbnews.org) According to an online news report from gpbnews.org (reposting a transcript from an NPR broadcast), federal regulators are considering tarmac security changes after the theft and subsequent crash of an airplane in Seattle, Washington, on August 10.*

DADE COUNTY, GA. – August 7, 2018 (fox5atlanta.com) According to an online news story on fox5atlanta.com, the chief deputy of the Dade County Sheriff’s Office was struck by a vehicle during a high-speed chase August 7 and was seriously injured.*

ATLANTA, GA. – (13wmaz.com) Police officers in Atlanta risked their lives to save a man from a burning car August 5 and were able to free him just in time, according to an online story from 13wmaz.com*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 8, 2018 (wjcl.com) As the new school year approaches in Atlanta, Georgia, thousands of school buses are set to undergo rigorous testing. The story is online at wjcl.com.*

HARDEEVILLE, SC. – (islandpacket.com) According to an online news report from islandpacket.com, a crash on I-95 involving a car and a tractor-trailer left one driver dead. Traffic from the collision backed up into Georgia.*

HARDEEVILLE, SC. – August 8, 2018 (wsav.com) Interstate 95 is finally back open after lane closures backed up traffic for five hours following a deadly crash. The story is reported online by wsav.com.*

COLQUITT COUNTY, GA. – (moultrieobserver.com) According to an online news story from moultrieobserver.com, a Colquitt County School bus was involved in a minor collision August 8, but thankfully, no students were injured.*

AUGUSTA, GA. – (augustachronicle.com) According to an online news story from augustchronicle.com, local officials announced the start of the “Yellow Dot Program” at a press conference in Augusta, Georgia. The program is designed to alert emergency responders to important medical information about victims.*

BRYAN COUNTY, GA. – (wsav.com) The family of a woman injured in a pedestrian hit-and-run accident in Bryan County, Georgia, is searching for the missing driver and offering a reward, according to an online story from wsav.com.*

KOKOMO, IN. – (newsandtribune.com) According to an online news report from newsandtribune.com, a truck driver from Georgia apparently caused a four-vehicle collision in Kokomo, Indiana, that sent a mother and her three children to the hospital.*

DADE COUNTY, GA. – August 7, 2018 (timesfreepress.com) According to an online news report from timesfreepress.com, authorities in Dade County, Georgia, responded to a vehicle accident on Highway 11.*

SACRAMENTO, CA. – August 13, 2018 (foxnews.com) A vehicle collision August 12 in Northern California led to a fight between the drivers and the deaths of both, according to an online news article from foxnews.com.*

DOOLEY COUNTY, GA. – August 13, 2018 (walb.com) According to an online news report from walb.com, the Dooley County School System posted a tribute to a teacher on August 13, saying the teacher died August 10.*

CLEVELAND, TN. – August 13, 2018 (newschannel9.com) A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board indicates a pilot hit in the head by a plane propeller in Tennessee was about to travel to Georgia with his wife. A story from newschannel9.com shows NTSB’s report raises a number of questions about the man’s death.*

WALTON COUNTY, GA. – August 13, 2018 (waltontribune.com) A woman was airlifted from the site of a single-vehicle accident August 13 in Walton County, Georgia, according to an online news report from waltontribune.com.*

ATLANTA, GA. – August 10, 2018 (cbs46.com) A driver who hit two pedestrians in Atlanta August 3 will not face charges, according to an online article from cbs46.com.*

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA. – August 10, 2018 (patch.com) Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services presented a resolution August 9 to the Cherokee County Division of the Georgia Utility Coordinating Council in recognition of Safe Digging Day. The story is online at patch.com.*

COWETA COUNTY, GA. – August 9, 2018 (af.mil) Two Georgia cadets saved a man from a sinking vehicle August 2 after he wrecked in a rural pond, according to a news report from af.mil.*

AUSTIN, TX. – August 9, 2018 (mystatesman.com) An Austin, Texas, police officer, who was formerly an officer in Georgia, was paralyzed August 4 in an ATV accident, according to an online story from mystatesman.com.*

ATLANTA, GA. – (wsbtv.com) According to an online news report from wsbtv.com, authorities have now identified the man who was struck and killed by an Atlanta police officer while riding a scooter.* 

ACWORTH, GA. – August 9, 2018 (mdj.com) A toxicology test will be performed in the case against a driver who caused a double-fatality collision in Cobb County on July 22. The 20-year-old driver has been arrested and admitted to drug use before the crash.*

MACON COUNTY, AL. – August 9, 2018 (alabamanews.net) According to an online news report from alabamanews.net, a five-car crash in Macon County, Alabama, resulted in the death of a man from Georgia and a man from Alabama.*

ACWORTH, GA. – August 9, 2018 (ajc.com) The driver who caused a crash that killed a Cobb County teacher and a 17-year-old girl has been arrested, according to an online report on ajc.com. Following his arrest, the driver admitted to smoking marijuana before the crash.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. – July 28, 2018 (gwinnettdailypost.com) According to an online news report from gwinnettdailypost.com, a husband and wife died July 27 after a head-on vehicle collision in Gwinnett County, Georgia.*

BURKE COUNTY, GA. – July 28, 2018 (augustachronicle.com) Heavy rains and flooding caused several accidents in Burke County, Georgia during the weekend of July 28, according to an online news report from augustachronicle.com.*

July 26, 2018 (naplesherald.com) As reported online by naplesherald.com, car insurance companies are trying to gain new clients by tapping into Americans’ love for new technology.

CUMMING, GA. – July 26, 2018 (miamiherald.com) According to an online article from miamiherald.com, authorities in Forsyth County, Georgia, are still searching for a driver after he crashed into a pregnant woman’s vehicle and fled the scene.*

SAVANNAH, GA. – July 28, 2018 (wtoc.com) A car crashed into a Savannah home in the early morning hours of July 27, according to an online news report from wtoc.com.*

CUMMING, GA. – July 26, 2018 (patch.com) According to an online article from patch.com, authorities in Forsyth County, Georgia, are still searching for a driver after he crashed into a pregnant woman’s vehicle and fled the scene.*

JASPER COUNTY, SC. – July 27, 2018 (islandpacket.com) According to an online news story from islandpacket.com, a 9-year-old boy from Georgia was killed July 26 in a vehicle accident on Interstate 95 in Jasper County, South Carolina.*

COLUMBUS, GA. – July 27, 2018 (wtvm.com) According to an online news report from wtvm.com, a rollover accident July 27 on Interstate 185 in Columbus, Georgia, resulted in injuries to one or more people.*

NORTH CAROLINA – July 29, 2018 (themountainpress.com) Officials have now released the name of the truck driver who caused a vehicle accident July 14 inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park that killed a man from Georgia. The story is reported by themountainpress.com.*

PITTSBURGH, PA. – July 25, 2018 (kjzz.com) According to an online news story from kjzz.com, Uber has now restarted its self-driving vehicle testing program. The company suspended the program almost five months ago after a fatal pedestrian crash in Arzona.

ACWORTH, GA. – July 26, 2018 (wsbradio.com) A woman killed in a head-on collision in Acworth, Georgia, was reportedly a third-grade teacher who was about to be married in two months. The story is reported online at wsbradio.com.*

CHARLOTTE, NC. – July 30, 2018 (wsoctv.com) A head-on vehicle collision July 28 in Charlotte, North Carolina, resulted in the death of an Uber driver, according to an online news report from wsoctv.com.*

AUGUSTA, GA. – August 6, 2018 (wtoc.com) According to an online news story from wtoc.com, the “Yellow Dot Program” is coming to Augusta, Georgia. The program is designed to alert emergency responders to important medical information about victims.*

FAIRFIELD TOWNSHIP, OH. – August 6, 2018 (whio.com) A female passenger in an Ohio vehicle accident died August 4, according to an online report from whio.com.*

ATLANTA, GA. – (ajc.com) According to an online news report from ajc.com, an Atlanta police officer ran a stop sign hitting and killing a man riding a scooter.*

SANTA ANA, CA. – August 6, 2018 (myfox28columbus.com) Authorities have identified the five people killed in a plane crash August 5 in Southern California, according to an online news article from myfox28columbus.com.*

EATONTON, GA. – August 6, 2018 (unionrecorder.com) According to an online news report from unionrecorder.com, three people were injured during a head-on collision that occurred August 5 in Eatonton, Georgia.*

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – August 6, 2018 (wsbtv.com) Several law enforcement agencies in DeKalb County, Georgia, are teaming up to try to cut down on the number of large truck and bus accidents on a particularly dangerous stretch of roadway in the county.*

August 6, 2018 (freightwaves.com) An online article from freightwaves.com discusses some of the recent strides made by the self-driving car industry, concluding that the vehicles might be all around us sooner than we expected.*

MUSCOGEE COUNTY, GA. – August 6, 2018 (wtoc.com) According to an online news report from wtoc.com, officials in Muscogee County, Georgia, were responding to a vehicle accident August 6 involving a car and a logging truck.*

RICHMOND HILL, GA. – July 27, 2018 (wtoc.com) According to an online news report from wtoc.com, at least one person has died as a result of a five-vehicle crash July 26 on Interstate 95 in Richmond Hill, Georgia.*

WILLIAMSBURG, KY- Thenewsjournal.net writes that a car accident led to the arrest of a fugitive from Georgia. The accident occurred on Friday, July 27, 2018, at about 6:51 p.m.*

BOSTON, MA. – August 6, 2018 (businessinsurance.com) At a recent meeting in Boston, ride-sharing company Uber explained its new insurance program for drivers while affirming that it is not offering a workers’ compensation program.*

COLUMBIA COUNTY, GA. – August 6, 2018 (wtvm.com) According to an online news report from wtvm.com, authorities in Columbia County, Georgia, responded to a vehicle accident on Interstate 20 August 6.*

FOLEY, AL. – August 6, 2018 (wtvm.com) A woman and her unborn child were killed August 5 in a head-on vehicle collision in Foley, Alabama. Authorities believe alcohol was a factor in the collision, according to an online news story from wtvm.com.*

Atlanta- The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is reporting that three teens between the ages of 17 and 18 suffered injuries after a tubing accident on Lake Lanier. The incident occurred on Saturday, August 4, 2018,around 12:45 p.m. The cause of the boating incident is still under investigation with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.*

Kennesaw, GA- A pedestrian died in after being run down according to the Kennesaw Patch. Local law enforcement and other emergency responders received an urgent call for service regarding the incident around 9:55 p.m. The police noted that the collision occurred on Stilesboro Road at the intersection of Kennesaw Due West Road.*

Snellville, GA-The Snellville Patch is reporting that Georgia's Hands-free law which recently took effect is making a difference. Officers from the Snellville Police department say that accident numbers are down sharply from this time last year. The officers attribute that success to the state prohibiting cell phone and other electronic device use while driving.*

Atlanta- Atlanta Police officersworking in Buckhead responded to a car wreck that knocked a front seat passenger unconscious while the car burst into flames according to the Buckhead Patch. Dramatic "body cam" footage released by Atlanta PD shows the selfless bravery of the officers as they extinguished the fire and pulled the unconscious passenger to safety.*

Valdosta-The Valdosta Daily Times is reporting that a man tragically died in a car crash. Witnesses reported the accident around 10:30 p.m. Troopers from the Georgia State Patrol are investigating the violent two-car collision severelyinjured at least one other person in addition to killing the young man. Criminal charges could issue against one of the drivers in the incident when Troopers complete the accident reconstruction report.*

Gwinnett County- The Gwinnett Daily Post reports that the Georgia State Patrol is pleased that Georgia motorists are taking the state's new hands-free law as seriously as intended by the legislature and Gov. Deal when the bill became effective on July 1, 2018. The law makes holding a phone while driving unlawful. The law is so specific that a driver violates the rule if any body part touches the phone or another electronic device while the driver is operating his or her vehicle.*

Rome, GA- The Rome News-Tribune today cites a research study that concludes the ever-popular red light cameras do not lower the number of accidentsthat occur at intersections.  The study, conducted by Case Western University in Cleveland, Ohio suggests the opposite is true: red light cameras cause more accidents than they prevent.*

Atlanta-Fox 5 reported that a man died in a hit-and-run crash in southwest Atlanta. Police say the driver fled the scene of the fatal collision. The driver eventually returned to the site of the collision and began cooperating with police officers. The investigation conducted by Atlanta police is still ongoing.*

Joplin, MO- Two Georgia girls, aged 8 and 9, were among eight people injured in several car accidents in Missouri over the past weekend, according to the Joplin Globe.The emergency medical services personnel who attended to the victims at the scene described the girls' injuries as minor. No criminal charges stemmed from the crash at this point.*

JACKSON COUNTY, GA- The madisonjournaltoday.com reports that a man was sadly killed in an accident on July 30, 2018, in a vehicle collision that occurred in Jackson County. The victim was identified as 85-year-old Andrew J. Adams of Danielsville. Adams died in a two-vehicle accident that happened at the intersection of Highway 98 and Highway 441 at about 6:59 p.m.*

CUMBERLAND COUNTY, GA - According to 1057news.com, one person was injured in a two-vehicle collision in Cumberland County on August 1, 2018.*

SOUTH FULTON, GA- The ajc.com reports that a woman who attempted to beat an oncoming train is now facing charges in connection with the death of three people who were in the vehicle with her at the time. The driver was the only person in the vehicle to survive after a freight train struck her Chevrolet Impala.*

CANTON, GA- According to patch.com, plans for the funeral service for a driver from Canton who was killed in a collision on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, have been set. The service will took place on August 4, 2018, at the Darby Funeral Home.*

ATHENS, GA- Foxnews.com reports that a woman who suffered a sneezing fit while behind the wheel drove her SUV into the back of a minivan. The driver, a 43-year-old woman from Mississippi, told officers who responded to the collision that the sneezing was the reason she failed to slow down when the minivan slowed at a yellow traffic light.*

LINCOLN COUNTY, GA- The www.wjbf.com reports that a teenage girl was tragically killed in a collision that took place on the Lincoln County/Columbia County bridge. The victim was identified as Sarah Rhodes of Evans Georgia. Rhodes was 17-years-old.*

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA- Patch.com reports that a man walking near his disabled vehicle was hit by a car on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. The accident took place around 2:42 p.m. on the northbound side of I-575.*

CARIBOU, MAINE- Wsbradio.com reports that a man who was involved in a horrific single-vehicle collision likely only survived the ordeal because he wore his seat belt. Joseph Guimond, 21, of Maine was traveling north on Route 1 when his truck veered into the southbound lanes and then left the roadway and struck a utility pole.*

JACKSON COUNTY, AL- According to al.com a woman from Fort Payne sadly died in a collision close to the Alabama-Georgia State line at around 4:30 a.m. The victim was identified as 39-year-old Denise Santiago. Santiago was driving a 2008 Pontiac when her vehicle collided with a pickup truck.*

LOWNDES COUNTY, GA. – (wtxl.com) A vehicle accident in Lowndes County, Georgia resulted in the death of one man, according to an online news report from wtxl.com.* 

GREENWOOD COUNTY, GA- The indexjournal.com reports that a man from Greenwood was tragically killed in a wreck on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. The man has been identified as 47-year-old Bryan Orlando Hackett.*

USA- Newsweek.com reports that a study looking into data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) located some of the country’s most dangerous highways. The study looked at information on fatal traffic accidents between the years 2010 and 2016. ValuePenguin, a research and analysis organization, released the results of the study in June 2018.*

USA- Breitbart.com reports that Uber has decided to end its self-driving truck project, which would have made massive changes to the trucking industry. The company released a statement saying that they chose to end the project and focus only on self-driving cars.*

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA- Blog.cvn.com writes that Judge Shawn Bratton issued sanctions against Ford in relation to a lawsuit that stemmed from a tragic rollover accident in 2014. The Judge found that Ford had “forced” the court to declare a mistrial by eliciting certain testimonies. Ford’s actions were described as intentional, and the Judge said the company had already been warned about their wrongful actions, but had continued their in appropriate behavior, and acted in “bad faith.” Ford is now precluded from “challenging its underlying fault” in the deaths of Melvin and Voncile Hill.*

St. Louis, MO- According abc6onyourside.com, a certificate of inspection for the duck boat that capsized indicated that the wind speed on Table Rock Lake was far higher than permittable limits when the Missouri Tourist boat tragically sank on July 19, 2018, killing 17 people.*

USA- Govtech.com reports that Uber will be discontinuing its self-driving truck program, Otto. In 2016, Uber acquired Otto for $680 million. While the name “Otto” was retired, the technology and workers were folded into Uber.*

DETROIT, MI - Macon.com reports that over 1.4 million Dodge Ram pickup trucks are being recalled after it was discovered that the vehicles’ tailgates can unexpectedly open while the vehicle is in motion. The Tailgates involved are equipped with power locks.*

Sioux City, Iowa- The Macon Telegraph reports that a man from Sioux City, Iowa will receive a $7.5 million settlement as compensation for the life-threatening injuries he suffered in an auto accident with a public transportation bus. The accident happened in November of 2016. The Sioux City council members must vote to approve the deal before the plaintiffs receive any money.*

Aiken, SC - A 33-year-old man died in a hit-and-run collision in the early morning hours of Friday, August 3, 2018, according to WTOC.com. The deceased man tried to cross York Street NE when a dark SUV ran him down and fled the scene. Police continue to investigate why the driver fled the scene.*

Charleston County, S.C. - Charleston County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating why a man driving a pickup truck ignored warnings and signals at a train crossing and slammed into a CSX train, according to WTOC.com.The collision occurred at approximately 2:00 a.m., Friday, August 3, 2018, on Highway 162. Law enforcement officers had to shut down the highway for at least three hours while crews cleaned the wreckage and officers could perform their investigation.*

WALKER COUNTY, GA. – August 6, 2018 (wrcbtv.com) As reported by wrcbtv.com, a tractor-trailer overturned in Walker County, Georgia, on August 6, which caused fuel to spill out onto Highway 27.*

LOWNDES COUNTY, GA. – August 6, 2018 (wctv.com) According to an online news report from wctv.com, Troopers with the Georgia State Patrol are investigating a fatal vehicle accident that occurred August 5 in Lowndes County, Georgia.*

CAtlanta-CBS46.com reported that a six-vehicle pile-upcaused the Downtown Connector in Atlanta to be shut down in the pre-dawn hours of August 3, 2018. Crews were able to reopen I-75 Downtown Connector by approximately 7:00 am. The cause of the crash and the existence of any injuries is not knownat this time.*

Rincon, GA - An Effingham County school bus was involved in a minor accident on Friday, August 3, 2018, according to Effingtonherald.net. The accident happened at or about 8:00 a.m. The exact number of students on-board at the time of the crash was not statedin the initial news report. However, the report did indicate that none of the students reported any significant injuries.*

Ft. Mitchell, AL- WTVM.com reports that a woman from Montgomery, AL died in a single car crash in the town of Fort Mitchell. Police have now identified that woman as 53-year-old Kelly Via. The fatal accident happened around noon on August 2, 2018, near 177 Bradley Road in Fort Mitchell. Officers are still trying to unravel the facts which caused this fatal Alabama car wreck.*

Lee County, AL - Travelers should be aware that the Alabama Department of Transportation predicts significant delays on I-85 in Lee County during an overnight construction project which is about to start, the Opelika-Auburn News is reporting. Crews were working on the roads on Friday, August 3,2018, around 8:00 pm.*

Cartersville, GA - A local police officer,saved two people from a burning pickup truck on July 18, 2018, in Floyd County. That officer, Corporal Justin Lusian, received an award from the Floyd County Police Department for his outstanding bravery and commitment to public service, according to the Cartersville Patch. Not only did Corporal Lusianrisk his own life to save two trapped motorists, but he also organized their medical treatment roadside with the assistance of other Good Samaritans.*

Flathead County, Montana- The Daily Inter Lake reports that a man from Whitefish offered a plea of not guilty to two counts of negligent vehicular assault. James Bowling French, Jr., 56, faced the allegations in Flathead County District Court on Thursday, August 2, 2018. The criminal charges stem from an indecent that happened in July where French, Jr. allegedly ran two people from Marietta, Georgia over with his car.*

Effingham County, GA- WTOC.com reports that two school buses slammed into each other around 8:00 a.m. on Friday, August 3, 2018. The initial reports indicated that no children suffered any injuries. However, as the day progressed, law enforcement officials said that two children were in fact injured in the Friday morning crash. The injuries are not considered life-threatening.*

Savannah, GA- The Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety reports that 138 pedestrians have died in 2018, according to WTOC.com as of August 2, 2018. That is a 15% increase from this time in 2017. The latest statistics indicate that 260 pedestrians died in crashes in 2017. While the statewide trend is disturbing, pedestrian fatalities in Savannah have remained constant at this juncture for the last few years.*

Valdosta, GA - Georgia State Patrol troopers police Valdosta interstates and highways from Post #31. On August 3, 2018, the Georgia State Patrol released statistics relating to traffic enforcement, and other law enforcement encounters experienced by troopers from Post #31, according to Valdostatoday.com.*

Las Vegas, NV - Law enforcement officers in Clark County, in which sits the city of Las Vegas, along with neighboring Washoe County are cracking down on drivers and pedestrians who violate the rules of the road. The Nevada Department of Public Safety declared that initiatives like this would commence starting Monday, August 6, 2018, according to Macon.com. Since Las Vegas is a popular vacation and business destination for people from Georgia, folks who plan on traveling to Las Vegas and throughout Nevada should be aware of this latest law enforcement endeavor.*

HARRIS COUNTY, GA. – July 26, 2018 (wsmv.com) According to an online news report from wsmv.com, a National Guardsman from Tennessee was killed in a single-vehicle accident in Harris County, Georgia.*

MOULTRIE, GA. – July 27, 2018 (walb.com) According to an online news story on walb.com, one woman was injured, and one man died in a head-on collision July 26 in Moultrie, Georgia.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. – July 26, 2018 (gwinnettdailypost.com) An online story on gwinnettdailypost.com reports that a man has been criminally charged in connection with a fatal multi-vehicle accident that occurred in Gwinnett County, Georgia.* 

EMERALD ISLE, NC. – July 26, 2018 (whio.com) Beach goers in North Carolina formed a human chain July 26 to save people from rough waters. One man drowned while trying to aid in the rescue efforts.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. – July 26, 2018 (ajc.com) The young woman killed in a major vehicle accident in Gwinnett County, Georgia, had a 2-year-old daughter, according to an online story from ajc.com.*

ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KS. – July 26, 2018 (salina.com) As reported online at salina.com, a man from Georgia was injured July 25 in a semi-truck accident in Ellsworth County, Kansas.*

CLARENDON COUNTY, SC. – July 27, 2018 (wtoc.com) According to an online news report from wtoc.com, a 2-year-old girl was killed July 24 in a vehicle accident on Interstate 95 in South Carolina.*

SOUTH FULTON, GA- 11Alive.com is reporting that a third woman who was a passenger in a vehicle that collided with a train has died. The crash happened around 4 p.m. on Monday, July 30, 2018, at the train track crossing on Buffington Road, close to Roosevelt Highway. Two other young women were pronounced dead at the scene on Monday.*

AUGUSTA, GA- WRDW.com reported that a fuel tanker flipped over on I-520 Monday in Augusta. The fuel tanker truck spilled 8,500 gallons of ethanol onto the roadway and sent the driver of the fuel truck to the hospital with injuries. Law enforcement authorities initiated a reward incentive for information leading to the cause of the near environmental calamity. Law enforcement officials believe the driver of another vehicle is responsible for the fuel tanker crash.*

(BethesdaMagazine.com) Bethesda, MD- Stephen Greenhouse, M.D., a renowned fertility specialist died tragically in a personal watercraft accident. Dr. Greenhouse was 53 years old. He predeceased his wife and three sons, according to Bethesda Magazine.*

CASS COUNTY, MO- A Peculiar (MO) police officer received a suspension, with pay, while the Missouri Highway Patrol investigates the circumstances surrounding an accident in which the officer admitted to the cyclist he just struck that he was not paying attention. According to WALB.com, the police officer was looking at his cell phone while driving his police car and hit a man riding a bicycle. The victim's camera, which was mounted on his head, captured the collision. Thankfully, the cyclist was not seriously injured.*

SOUTH FULTON, GA (11Alive.com) -Three women died in a collision with a CSX train around 4:00 p.m., Monday, July 30, 2018, in South Fulton. A fourth woman, the person reportedly driving the vehicle involved in the collision with the train remains hospitalized, according to the USA Today. The accident occurred on Buffington Road, within a short distance from Roosevelt Highway.*

One Georgia Man Seriously Hurt While Another Involved in Scary Tractor-Trailer Crash Escaped without Injury

TRENTON, MO- A Georgia tractor-trailer driver was fortunate to walk away from a frightening three-vehicle accident in Trenton, MO. The accident occurred Monday, July 30, 2018, in the afternoon according to KTTN.com, a short distance west of Trenton, MO in Grundy County. Two other men suffered varying degrees of injuries and required medical treatment.*

MISSOURI- According to the nypost.com, two teenagers in Missouri were involved in a minor traffic accident that turned deadly. The incident occurred when 57-year-old Leonard Joyner’s vehicle rolled backward at an intersection in Kansas City. Joyner’s Lincoln Town Car tapped into a Chevrolet Trailblazer.*

COLUMBUS, GA- Wrdw.com writes that a father in Georgia killed his 22-month-old son when he ran him over with his vehicle twice.*

CLAYTON COUNTY, GA- Wsbtv.com reports that a salvage yard worker was killed in an accident on Tuesday, July 31, 2018, when a pickup truck fell onto him.*

CANTON, GA- Patch.com reports that a three-vehicle accident occurred on Interstate 575 on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. The driver of one of the vehicles, 22-year-old Robert Allan Stone of Canton, was killed in the crash.*

ATLANTA, GA- Patch.com reports that three people died on Monday, July 30, 2018, when their vehicle was hit by a freight train at a South Fulton County railroad crossing. One person in the vehicle survived with only minor injuries.*

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, OH- Whio.com reports that a man and woman from Troy were killed in a collision in Champaign County, Ohio on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. The collision occurred on Ohio 235 at about 9 a.m.*

BRUNSWICK, GA- Wsav.com reports that a crash involving a tractor-trailer and an SUV killed two people and injured four in the Brunswick area on Interstate 95.*

ROSSVILLE, GA- According to newschannel9.com, a theme park ride attendant was hospitalized following an accident at Lake Winnie on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. The incident reportedly occurred on the Alpine Way Chair Lift.*

MONTGOMERY, GA- Wvasfm.com reports that a 10-year-old girl died in a car crash in Montgomery County on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. The accident occurred on Highway 231 at about 1:30 p.m.*

SOUTH FULTON COUNTY, GA- Wsbtv.com reports that the driver of a vehicle that was struck by a train on Monday, July 30, 2018, is being charged in the accident. The driver, identified as Doreen Carter, was the vehicle’s only survivor. She is still in the hospital.* 

RICHMOND HILL, GA. – (wjcl.com) According to an online news report from wjcl.com, a driver is facing charges for causing a fatal five-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 in Richmond Hill, Georgia.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. – July 29, 2018 (krmg.com) A couple who caused a fatal wreck July 22 in Gwinnett County, Georgia, reportedly fled the scene on foot, carrying their three children. An online news story on krmg.com reports the details of the accident.*

BARNSTABLE, MA- Whio.com reports that a new father and veteran Marine, 32-year-old Kevin Quinn, was killed in a traffic accident on his wayback from seeing his newborn daughter and his wife in the hospital.*

STONE MOUNTAIN, GA- Duck boats, nearly identical to the one that capsized ten days ago during a hellacious storm in Branson Missouri, are ready to ride again at Stone Mountain Park according to the USA TODAY. Park operators closed the attraction known as "Ride the Ducks" since that tragedy in Branson which killed 17 people, including nine family members from Indianapolis, IN. Stone Mountain officials say that their ride is safe.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA. – July 27, 2018 (11alive.com) As reported online by 11alive.com, a fatal incident on Interstate 85 in Gwinnett County, Georgia, might have been related to a medical emergency.*

BARTOW COUNTY, GA. – July 26, 2018 (patch.com) The three people were injured in a serious vehicle accident in Bartow County, Georgia according to an online news story from patch.com.*

OCALA, FL. – July 26, 2018 (ocala.com) According to an online news report from ocala.com, a Georgia truck driver has been cited for causing a multi-vehicle accident last year that resulted in the death of one person in Florida.*

MOULTRIE, GA. – July 27, 2018 (moultrieobserver.com) Authorities say a July 26 collision in Moultrie, Georgia, that killed a man and injured a woman did not involve texting while driving, according to an online report from moultrieobserver.com.*

PAULDING COUNTY, GA- WSB-TV 2 in Atlanta is reporting that a 19-year-old man previously diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome was run down in Rockmart, located within Paulding County. The fatal accident occurred on Sunday, July 30, 2018, in the evening. No one has come forward at this time to identify the driver or the passenger who fled the scene.*

Results Recently Released From Study Show that Dehydration Can Lead to Cognitive Mistakes

BIRMINGHAM, AL- A new study conducted by Georgia Institute of Technology shows that working in hot conditions can make someone accident-prone. The researchers concluded that simply working in your backyard for two hours on a hot day can lead to numerous physical problems as well as cognitive difficulties including an impaired judgment, WBRC.com reported.*

GEORGIA – July 27, 2018 (wrdw.com) According to an online article from wrdw.com, a stretch of Interstate 20 from Georgia to South Carolina is the site of numerous accidents and fatalities every week.*

LOWELL, MA. – July 27, 2018 (660news.com) A former Massachusetts high school basketball star was killed in a vehicle accident July 26, according to an online news story from 660news.com.*

WEST POINT, GA. – July 27, 2018 (www.lagrangenews.com) According to an online news report from valleytimes-news.com, a vehicle accident July 27 in West Point, Georgia, resulted in the death of one person and injuries to several others.* 

MARIETTA, GA. – July 26, 2018 (11alive.com) According to an article on 11alive.com a teenage girl from Marietta has died of her injuries after falling out of a moving car July 5 in Cobb County, Georgia.

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA- Ajc.com reports that a man was killedin a rollover collision on Interstate 57 on Wednesday, August 1, 2018,at 12:30 a.m.*

USA- Thejakartapost.com reports that a study released in July 2018 shows that dehydration has a significant impact on human cognitive function. The dehydration a person could experience in a couple ofhours of activity on a hot summer day is enough to impair a person’s ability to concentrate.*

Boynton Beach, FL -  (DailyMail.co.uk) One young man tried to take the "In My Feelings" so-called challenge a bit too far and nearly paid for his mistake with his life. A Boynton Beach man took a video of himself jumping out of the car his was driving and started dancing to the pop-artist Drake's apparent hit song "In My Feelings" when the man slipped and fell into the road. The video, as shown by CBS Atlanta, shows just how close this man came to losing his life when a car traveling in the opposite direction hit him. Apparently, his idea was to jump on top of a stranger's car and keep dancing, hence the "challenge."*

COLUMBIA COUNTY, GA. – July 26, 2018 (wrdw.com) According to an online news report from wrdw.com, a teenager was sadly killed in an accident July 25 with a logging truck in Columbia County, Georgia.*

BARTOW COUNTY, GA. – July 26, 2018 (patch.com) Three people were injured July 25 in a vehicle accident in Bartow County, Georgia, according to an online news story from patch.com.*

MARIETTA, GA. – July 26, 2018 (atlanta.eater.com) A doughnut shop in Marietta, Georgia, will be closed longer than expected, as the shop works to repair damage caused by a truck crashing into its building. The story is reported at atlanta.eater.com.*

AUBURN, AL. – July 26, 2018 (oanow.com) A woman tragically died July 25 in an Alabama accident with a tractor-trailer that was hauling jet fuel, according to a news story published online at oanow.com.*

ATLANTA, GA. – July 26, 2018 (11alive.com) After a birth defect and operation left her without the use of her legs, an Atlanta woman has found a new zest for life. The story is reported at 11alive.com.*

ST. LOUIS, MO. – July 25, 2018 (kmox.radio.com) According to an online news report from kmox.radio.com, the woman who died July 23 in St. Louis, Missouri, when her vehicle was struck by falling concrete was the wife of a former St. Louis Police Chief.* 

GEORGIA – July 25, 2018 (41bnc.com) As part of their speed-enforcement program called Operation Southern Shield, Troopers with the Georgia State Patrol issued 6,000 tickets during the month of July. The details are online at 41nbc.com.*

MARIETTA, GA. – July 26, 2018 (11alive.com) A teenager who was seriously injured after falling out of a moving car in Cobb County, Georgia, has now tragically died from her injuries, according to an online article from 11alive.com*

Herniated disks can be incredibly painful injuries. In some cases, people may not know they have one. In others,they can cause radiating pain, tingling, numbness, and in severe cases, paralysis or loss of bodily function. What makes a herniated disk even worse is when someone else is responsible for causing you to have one. 

Children die all too often in car accidents. In fact, car accidents are the leading cause of death for children. Despite informational campaigns that warn parents that make sure that their children are secured properly in the vehicles and state laws mandating children be secured in car seats and in safety belts, children continue to die in car accidents. The fragility of a child plays a significant role in the survivability of accidents. 

MARIETTA, GA. – July 23, 2018 (mdjonline.com) A story on mdjonline.com reports on the grief experienced by the people of Marietta, Georgia, at the loss of a young man who was about to become a Marine. He was killed July 20 in a vehicle accident.*

BULLOCH COUNTY, GA. – July 23, 2018 (statesboroherald.com) According to an online news report from statesboroherald.com, the victim of a deadly hit-and-run pedestrian accident in Bulloch County, Georgia, has now been identified.*

CAMDEN COUNTY, GA. – July 23, 2018 (firstcoastnews.com) A family in Camden County, Georgia, is asking for help from the community after a vehicle accident seriously injured their young son. The story is found on firstcoastnews.com.*

DALTON, GA. – July 20, 2018 (patch.com) According to an online news report from patch.com, authorities have now identified the people involved in a three-vehicle collision July 19 on Interstate 75 in northwest Georgia. The collision killed two people from Bartow County, Georgia.* 

ALABAMA – July 24, 2018 (timesdaily.com) As reported online on timesdaily.com, Alabama has the third-highest number of vehicle accident deaths related to speeding.*

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA. – July 23, 2018 (patch.com) A man from Acworth, Georgia, has been charged in connection with a fatality vehicle accident that occurred in April 2018 in Cherokee County, Georgia. The story is reported at patch.com.*