Clayton County accident report stated that on August 8, 2018  Driver 2 was traveling E on I-285 in the number 5 lane when Vehicle 1 moved into his lane without yielding causing him to break suddenly.  Driver 2 stated that he could not stop in time and struck Vehicle 1 in the rear.  Driver 1 confirmed his statement adding that he was attempting to get off on the exit to Riverdale Rd starting from the number 4 lane.  Both vehicles had extensive damage.  Driver 1 was taken to Southern Regional Hospital with complaints  pain of neck, back and hand.  Driver 1 was cited for improper lane changes.  Note:  When changing lanes, you must yield. 

Fulton County accident report stated that on August 7, 2017. Driver 1 was traveling EB on Virginia Ave when she was hit while attempting to make a left turn into a shopping center. Driver 2 stated that she was also traveling EB and that Vehicle 1 just suddenly came to a screeching stop, w/o a turn signal, and so could not avoid running into the rear end of Vehicle 2. Although Driver 1 appeared to have been driving too closely, no citation was given due to the collision being made on private property.  

Note:  What a lucky break! 

Clayton County accident report states that on August 6, 2017 an officer was dispatched to the intersection of SR 138 and Kendrick Rd. Driver 1 was driving West at the light at SR138 and Kendrick, waiting to turn left onto Kendrick Rd. She started to turn left when she observed an oncoming vehicle turning right, and Driver 1 was hit on the driver’s side by Vehicle 2. Driver 1 stated that the traffic light was yellow while she was in the intersection.  Driver 2 stated that Vehicle 1 turned right in front of her.  Driver 2 could not stop fast enough to avoid the accident and hit Driver 1. Driver 2 was cited for broken turn signal  and for driving too fast for the conditions. Driver 1 was cited for failure to yield. Note: Yield to oncoming traffic, always. 

Clayton County accident report stated that on August 6, 2018  Vehicle 2 was parked at the loading dock of 1775 Maynard H Jackson Service Road.  Vehicle 1 was also in the loading dock area next to Vehicle 2. Driver 2 essentially stated that he had just sat down in his vehicle and had not yet closed the driver’s door, when Vehicle 1 pulled forward and hit vehicle 2’s door causing damage. Driver 1 stated that he observed Driver 2 get into Vehicle 2 and thought that the door to Vehicle 2 had closed, and therefore pulled forward and hit the door of Vehicle 2. Note: Pay close attention to parked cars, starting up, in proximity to your vehicle. 

Clayton County accident report states that on August 5, 2018 Driver 2 was stopping for the red traffic light located at No Main Street, from the WB SR138.  Driver 1 did not stop and so struck the rear of Vehicle 2. There was only slight damage marks to the front of Vehicle 1 and no visible damage to Vehicle 2. The occupants of Vehicle 2 complained of neck pain, but denied having a medical unit respond. Driver 1 was cited for following too closely. Note: For those who ‘rear-end’ others, they are always wrong. 

Clayton County accident report stated that on August 5, 2018 a unit was called to investigate a private property incident and Driver 1 advised that while backing up, she looked over her shoulder and did not see anything and so started to back into the refueling stall. As she backed into the stall, she felt the bump as she backed into Vehicle 2. Driver 2 stated that she saw Vehicle 1 backing into her, blew the horn, but was unable to prevent Vehicle 1 from striking her. No one was cited due to the incident happening on private property, and no injuries were reported.  Note: When backing up, continue to back up until you stop! 

Fulton County accident report stated that on  August 4, 2018 Driver 2 was waiting at the traffic light at Roswell Rd and Glenridge Drive when his vehicle was rear-ended by Vehicle 1. Driver 1 stated that he was about to turn but came to a complete stop as his car rear-ended Vehicle 2 unintentionally. No injuries were report and both vehicles sustained moderate damage, front bumper damage for Vehicle 1 and slight rear end damage to Vehicle 2. Driver 1 was cited for Following Too Closely. Note: Leave at least 1 car length space between you at all times. 

Clayton County accident report stated that on  August 4, 2017 Driver 1 was traveling NB on SR85 in the left lane when she observed another vehicle traveling NB in the left lane at a high rate of speed, which caused her to merge over into the right lane and strike Vehicle 2, which was stopped, in the rear. Driver 2 stated that he was stopped on NB on SR85 when Vehicle 1 struck his vehicle in the rear.  No injuries were reported. Driver 1 was cited for Following Too Closely. Note: When driving too fast, and out of control, expect an accident. 

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.