Fulton County accident report stated that on August 4, 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.

Clayton County accident report stated that on August 3, 2018 Driver 1 advised that he was on Upper Riverdale Road at the intersection of SR3 traveling SW in the right turning lane and struck the left rear side of Vehicle 2 with his front bumper. Driver 2 advised that he was in the right turning lane on Upper Riverdale Rd facing SW when, as he changed lanes from the left to right turning land, he struck Vehicle 1. Both vehicles received slight bumper damage and no injuries were reported. Driver 1 was cited for Improper Lane Change. Note:  Changing lanes across three lanes requires absolute attention. 

Cobb County accident report stated that on August 3, 2018 Driver 1 was attempting to make a left turn onto Roswell Road. He advised that drivers in lanes 1 &2 of Roswell Rd stopped and motioned him forward. When Vehicle 1 proceeded through lanes 1 & 2 on Roswell Rd South, he failed to see Vehicle 2 traveling in the center lane. That is when the front bumper of Vehicle 1 struck the front bumper of Vehicle 2. Both vehicles received moderate damage and were removed by their respective owners. Driver 2 received a citation for Restriction of Center Lane. Note:  You are more responsible in the center lane

Gwinnett County accident report stated that on July 30, 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 July 29, 2018 Driver 1 was attempting to exit a shopping center parking lot on Roswell Rd at Hammond Dr. She said that she was about to turn left to go north, when she saw a vehicle pulling into the parking lot, as she pulled out.  She stated that she thought she had enough time to clear both the lanes and enter safely, but that when she entered the road she didn’t see Vehicle 2. Both drivers complained of injuries and required medical attention. Driver 1 was cited for failure to yield when entering the roadway. Driver 2 had no registration. Note: Pay attention while turning and have your documents in order.  

Gwinnett County accident report stated that on July 29, 2018 Vehicle 1 approached the intersection of Annistown Rd and DeShong Rd. Vehicle 3 started to make a left turn onto DeShong and stopped short, causing Vehicle 2 to also stop short and causing Vehicle 1 to rear end Vehicle 2.  Minor  injuries were reported bu both drivers.  Driver 2 stated he would see his regular doctor. Driver 1 was cited for following too closely

Gwinnett County accident report stated that on July 28, 2018 Officer Mancia reported that both Vehicles 1 & 2 had were attempting to come off the Duluth Hwy NW/I-85 exit ramp at the same time. Vehicle 1 was driving too fast, as to overtake Vehicle 2 and grazed the rear right bumper of Vehicle 1. Slight damage was done to the right rear panel. No injuries were reported. Driver 1 was cited for following too closely and failure to yield.

Gwinnett County accident report stated that on July 27, 2018 Vehicle 1 was driving North on Medlock Bridge Rd and Bush Rd. Vehicle 2 made a right turn onto Medlock without stopping causing Vehicle 1 to run into the left rear panel of Vehicle 2.  Significant damage was done to both vehicles. Driver 2 complained of injuries but denied medical attention. Driver 1 was cited for failure to yield to oncoming traffic.

Cobb County accident report stated that on July 23, 2018 Vehicles 1 & 2 were traveling from the driveway of Cumberland Pkwy and Vehicle 2 entered following too closely and rammed Vehicle 1 while turning into the center lane. Vehicle 1 had damage to the rear driver’s side door and rear left panel. Driver 1 experienced pain in his arm but refused medical treatment. Driver 2 was cited for following too closely. Note: Keep your distance.

Unincorporated DeKalb County accident report stated that on July 20, 2018 Vehicle 2 was traveling North on Northeast Expressway in the far right lane. Vehicle 1 was stopped on Woodcock Blvd at the stop sign attempting to make a left on NE Expressway. Vehicle 1struck Vehicle 2 on the passenger far rear side. Driver 1 stated that Driver 2 had improperly backed into his vehicle. Driver 2 had complaints of neck and back pain but refused EMS service. Driver 1 was cited for Failure to Yield, and Vehicle 1 had to be towed. Note: Paying attention when attempting to make left turns will save your vehicle and your driver’s record! 

DeKalb County accident report stated that on July 19, 2018 Vehicle 2 was traveling NB in lane 1 on I-285 near Memorial Drive. Vehicle 1 was traveling directly behind Vehicle 2.  Driver 2 stated that the traffic was very heavy and as she was slowing down her vehicle was struck from behind by Vehicle 1. Driver 1 confirmed that she did hit Vehicle 2. No injuries were reported. Driver 1 was cited for Following Too Closely and was unable to move her vehicle. It was moved to the shoulder. Vehicle 2 was operable. Note: While driving in heavy, stop and go traffic, use extra caution! 

Gwinnett County officer was dispatched on July 19, 2018, to the intersection of Columbia Drive and Monica Drive in response to an accident. The report stated that Driver 1 was traveling SB on Columbia Drive and began to make a turn onto  Monica Drive. Driver 2 was traveling SB and as a result of Driver 1’s left turn, Driver 2 collided with Driver 1. There were no injuries reported and all parties refused medical treatment. Driver 1 was cited for Failure to Yield While Turning Left. Note: It is always the left turning driver’s responsibility to yield to all oncoming traffic is clear! 

Fulton County accident report stated that on July 18, 2018 Driver 1 was traveling WB on Coronet Way and was stopped in traffic behind Vehicle 2. She stated that Vehicle 2 was stopped behind a bus and began to move forward when it suddenly stopped due to the red light, which the driver only saw once the bus had proceeded. She then was unable to avoid striking Vehicle 2 in the rear. Driver 2 confirmed that this was correct. Driver 1 was cited for Following Too Closely. Note: A bus always prevents seeing the light change!! 

DeKalb County accident report stated that on July 15, 2018 Driver 2 was traveling South on S. Hairston Rd and approached the intersection of S. Hairston and Elam Rd when Vehicle 1 made a right turn causing a collision at the intersection. He further stated that he had the green light.  Driver 1 stated that she made the turn, and thought it was clear to pass at the time. There was moderate damage to the front driver’s side of Vehicle 1 and moderate damage to the right front passenger’s side of Vehicle 2. No injuries were reported. Driver 1 was cited for Failure to Yield. Driver 2 was cited Having No License. 

Note: Don’t drive without your license, and please don’t get in accident w/o it! 

DeKalb County accident report stated that on July 15, 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.