Doraville  accident report stated that on September 7, 2018 an officer was called to the scene of an accident  on I-85 SB.   Driver 2 advised that he was traveling SB on I-85 in the second lane when observed another vehicle speeding up behind him, when the other vehicle struck the right side of his Vehicle, and continued driving. Driver 2 then stated that he then lost control of his vehicle and began to spin out of control. As he was spinning, he began to brake to keep from spinning into the center of the roadway, and then impacted the guard rail. After his vehicle came to a stop, he realized that the other car had sped away and he could not obtain any identifying information on Driver 1. Driver 2 stated that he was having severe left shoulder pain and believed that his shoulder was dislocated from the collision, and he was taken to  Medical Center for further medical treatment. The officer could not identify any evidence that concurred with the info given by Driver 2. No citations were given. Note:  In case of a rear ending, try to obtain vehicle description, if the license plate cannot be obtained. 

Fulton County accident report stated that on  September 6, 2018  Driver 2 & 3 were at a standstill in the center lane when Vehicle 1 attempted to pass them in the lane to their left. Vehicle 1 came into their lane, hitting the driver’s side of Vehicle 2 and the driver’s front corner of Vehicle 2. Driver 1 advised that he did not crossover into the other lane and that Vehicle 2 and Vehicle 3 must have crossed over into his lane. It was determined that Driver 1 was at fault and was cited for failure to yield while passing.  

Note:  Passing laws require that a Vehicle must pass only one other vehicle at a time.

Cobb County accident report stated that on August 26, 2018 Driver 1 advised that he was traveling SB on S. Cobb Drive near the E/W Connector in the number 2 straight lane.  He also stated that he saw Vehicle 2 approaching his vehicle in the number 1 straight lane.  Driver 1 said she and the other driver reached intersection together, both his vehicle and Vehicle 2.  But Driver 2 stated that she had pulled out of the Jr. Crickets parking lot and proceeded SB on S. Cobb Drive and that as she was passing Vehicle 1 she felt the bump and observed Vehicle 1 in her travel lane.  There was slight damage to Vehicle 1 and to Vehicle 2 as well.  This indicated that this vehicle could have been drifting to the left.  Driver 1 was cited for failure to maintain his lane.  Note:  Paying Attention Pays Off. 

Cobb County accident report stated that on August 26, 2018 Driver 2 says she was driving WB on the E/W Connector in the number two straight lane approaching Austell Road from the E/W Connector and that Vehicle 1 stopped in the intersection.  She said she tried to stop but was unable to and collided with Vehicle 1.   Driver 1 stated that he began to turn from the E/W Connector onto Austell after a truck had passed through the intersection.  Driver 1 proceeded through the intersection but realized he could not make it through without colliding with Vehicle 2.  Driver 2 thought Driver 1 would have to stop, but realized he was wrong.    The eyewitness, who was traveling WB on EW Connector directly behind Vehicle 2, stated that Driver 1 started to turn left in front of Vehicle 2, then suddenly stopped in the intersection and that Driver 2 tried to avoid colliding with Vehicle 1, but couldn’t stop in time.  No injuries were reported.  Driver 1 was cited for failure to yield turning left.  Note: The left turning vehicle always yields to the traffic with the right of way. 

On August 24,, 2018 an officer observed a 3 car accident. Driver 1 stated that she was traveling SB on Metropolitan in the left hand lane, noticed the traffic in front of her had stopped. She looked in her rear view mirror, made sure the right lane was clear, put on her blinker, proceeded into the right lane, when she felt Vehicle 2 ram her rear, driving her into a pole. Driver 2 stated that he saw Vehicle 1 stop then pull out, but could not stop and hit her rear end. Driver 3 stated that while traveling SB on Metro in the left hand lane a white truck stopped in front of him, and he saw the other 2 vehicles collide with each other, then strike the rear of his truck. The officer observed it was evident that Vehicle 1 had already taken the lane when Vehicle 2 struck Vehicle 3 and then struck Vehicle 1 driving her into the pole. Driver 1 had injuries and was transported to Grady Hospital by the EMT. All other drivers refused medical attention. Vehicle 2 was cited. Note: When the traffic ahead slows down, follow suit & slow down! 

Clayton County accident report stated that on August 23, 2018 Driver1 advised that she was on I-75SB and had exited onto the Mt. Zion Blvd East ramp. She came to the top of the ramp at the intersection of Mt. Zion Blvd was behind Vehicle 2 and began to turn right, but Vehicle 2 stopped. Driver 1 advised that due to thinking Vehicle 2 had continued, she attempted to proceed forward and collided with the rear of Vehicle 2. Driver 2 advised that she was on I-75/SB and had exited onto Mt. Zion Blvd East ramp. She came to a stop at the top of the ramp, and rear-ended by Vehicle 1. Driver 1 had complaints of chest pain. Driver 2 complained of neck and shoulder pain. Both drivers declined transport to the hospital. Driver 1 was cited for following too closely. 

Note: Follow closely and pay the cost. 

DeKalb County accident report stated that on August 19, 2018 Driver 1 was driving North on Boulevard NE and was about to make a right turn onto Ponce DeLeon Ave, when he pulled out too far and saw a car approaching from the East. He stated that he backed his vehicle up and struck the car behind him, which was vehicle 2. Driver 2 confirmed this statement saying that as he was driving North on Boulevard that Vehicle 1, which was in front of him, just backed up and struck his vehicle. No injuries were reported. Vehicle 1 had no damage, and Vehicle 2 had a slight crack in the front hood. Driver 1 was cited with Improper Backing. Note: Never back up with cars behind you. 

Fulton County accident report stated that on August 18, 2018 Vehicle 1 was turning left out of the driveway at 7880 Roswell Rd in Sandy Springs, Ga to travel NB on SR9 Roswell Rd. Vehicle 1 entered the roadway in the path of Vehicle 2, which was traveling SB on SR9. Vehicle 2 struck Vehicle 1 and then Vehicle 2 left the roadway as it attempted to avoid a collision. Vehicle 1 sustained extensive damage to its front end. Vehicle 2 sustained moderate visible damage to its front passenger side. Driver 2 was expecting and requested to be, and was checked out by the EMS. No one else required medical attention. Both parties received citations. Vehicle 2 was not  insured, and was cited for it. Note: Don’t drive without insurance and don’t turn without yielding! 

Cobb County accident report stated that on August 13, 2018 Vehicle 1 was traveling WB on Concord Road at the intersection of Atlanta Road. Vehicle 2 was traveling on Atlanta Road turning left onto EB Atlanta Road.  Vehicle 1 ran the red light and struck Vehicle 2 on the front left bumper.  Driver 1 complained of head, neck and shoulder pain, and had a nose bleed and was transported to Wellstar for further treatment.  Driver 2 complained of head and neck pain also, but refused to be transported to the hospital.  Eyewitness 1, confirmed this.  Driver 1 was cited for failure to obey the authorized traffic control device.  Note:  Run a Light, Run risk of a ticket.