Clayton County accident report stated that on March 4, 2015 Vehicle 2 came to a stop in the middle of the roadway on Mt Zion Road but was unable to stop in time, and her vehicle struck Vehicle 2 in the rear. Driver 1 said that Driver 2 just abruptly stopped without warning. Driver 2 advised that she merged into the Mt Zion traffic but had to immediately apply the brakes due to several dogs running across the roadway, at which point her vehicle was rear-ended. She stated that she had no choice but to stop or she would have struck one of the dogs. Driver 1 confirmed that dogs were in the roadway, but claimed that they were way off on the side of the roadway when Driver 2 decided to stop Vehicle 2. Driver 1 was cited for following too closely. Note: Dogs have lives, too.

Clayton County accident report stated that on March 4, 2015 Vehicle 1 merged into the left hand lane while traveling SB on SR3 at the intersection Mt Zion Road. Driver 1 stated that while traveling on SR 3, he observed construction cones sectioning off his lane. He said he attempted to merge into the other lane, and Vehicle 2 passed him too quickly, and the two vehicles collided. Vehicle 1 only sustained scratches on the left rear and corner side of the vehicle. Vehicle 2 also sustained scrapes on the right side of the vehicle. Neither driver reported any injury. Driver 1 was cited for improper lane change. Watch out for vehicles in that other lane!

Clayton County accident report stated that on March 3, 2015 Vehicle 2 was traveling WB on Mt. Zion Blvd near the intersection of Rex Rd. Vehicle 1 came out of the BP Gas Station on Rex Rd exiting onto Rex Road. Driver 2 stated that she was on Rex Road traveling W and advised that Vehicle 1 suddenly began to pull out of the station. She stated she blew her horn, but continued to pull into the roadway. She advised that Vehicle 1 hit the right side of Vehicle 2 as it was pulling out onto the roadway. Driver 1 stated that he was in the parking lot of the BP Station and was making a left onto Rex Road and did not see Vehicle 2 approaching. He stated that as he was pulling onto the roadway when Vehicle 1 struck Vehicle 2. Passenger 2 complained of pain but refused EMS treatment, while Passenger 1 was transported by EMS with complaints of pain. There was slight damage to both vehicles. Driver 1 was cited for failure to yield entering the roadway. Note: You must yield to traffic already in the roadway.

Clayton County accident report stated that on March 2, 2015 Driver 1 advised that all vehicles were driving EB on I-285 at Rex Road,  stated he didn’t notice that Vehicle 2 and Vehicle 3, which were in front of her, were slowing down and accidentally ran into the rear of Vehicle 2.  Driver 2 advised that when she was struck by Vehicle 1, her vehicle was pushed into the rear of Vehicle 3.  Driver 3 advised that she had slowed down for the traffic when Vehicle 2 ran into the rear of her car.  Med 7 arrived & checked out all the parties.  Passenger 1 complained of chest and arm pains, but refused to go to the hospital.  Vehicle 1 had extensive damage to the front bumper, hood and door, and had to be towed. Vehicle 1 had moderate damage to the front and rear bumper.  Vehicle 3 had slight damage to the rear bumper.  Driver 1 was cited for following too closely. Note:  As the traffic slows, just pay attention!

Cobb County accident report stated that March 2, 2015 Vehicle 1 was driving behind Vehicle 2 in a drive-thru at Popeye’s, when he answered his phone and his foot slipped off the brake pedal and rear-ended Vehicle 2. Driver 1 had just placed her order and dropped some change, so she opened her door. When Vehicle 1 struck Vehicle 2 it caused the door to drag alongside the wall of the Popeye’s. There was slight damage to the car door, as well as the rear bumper on Vehicle 2, and just a little damage to Vehicle1. Neither of the drivers reported any injuries. Note: Pay attention to the car ahead while waiting in line.

Cobb County accident report stated that on March 1, 2015 Vehicle 1 was traveling NB in the inside lane at the intersection of Spring Road and Carolyn Drive. Driver 1 said she stopped, waiting for the light to change. Vehicle 2 was also traveling NB in the inside turn lane at the same intersection. Driver 1 was following too closely to Vehicle 2 and her stated that her foot slipped off the brake pedal. As a result, her car struck the bumper of Vehicle 2. Neither complained of any injuries. Driver 1 was cited for following too closely and for a retired registration. Note: Don’t slip and slide. Pay Attention!

Cobb County accident report stated that on January 14, 2015 Driver 2 was stopped at the red light at  S. Cobb Drive and E/W Connector, facing SB.  Driver 1 was behind Driver 2.  When the light turned green, Driver 1 drove forward, striking Driver 2 in the rear end. Driver 2 complained of neck pain, but refused medical treatment. She was advised to go to the hospital since she was experiencing pain.  Passenger 2, an infant was not injured, having been in the child safety seat, in the rear seat.  Driver 1 was cited for following too closely.  Note:  It’s always your fault when proper distance is not taken & you hit from rear. 

Cobb County accident report stated that on January 12, 2015 Vehicle 2 was EB on Windy Hill Road in the curb lane, driving straight.  Vehicle 1 was NB on Old Concord Road attempting to cross over Windy Hill and continue North on Old Concord Road.  Driver 1 failed to yield to Vehicle 2 when attempting to cross Windy Hill, thus causing Vehicle 2 to strike Vehicle 1 in the left front side section with the front section of Vehicle 2. Driver 2 complained of hand pain. Driver 1 had bleeding on the left side of his head.  Both drivers were transported to Kennestone Hospital by Metro. Driver 1 was cited for failure to yield when entering crossway.  Note: Entering Roadway Requires Extra Caution. 

Cobb County accident reported that on January 10, 2015 Vehicle 1 was heading NB on Cooper Lake Road directly behind Vehicle 2.  Driver 2 was stopped on Cooper Lane Road due to the heavy traffic from the intersection of East/West Connector and Cooper Lake Road.  She said her foot slipped off  the brake pedal causing her vehicle to roll and strike Vehicle 2 in the rear.  Neither party complained of injuries.  Vehicle 2 was removed from the scene by Driver 2, but Vehicle 1 had to be removed by the friend of Driver 1, as Driver 1 was cited for following too closely and also for driving with a suspended license.  Note:  Driving with a suspended or revoked license is asking for a ticket or trip to jail. 

Cobb County accident report stated that on January 7, 2015 Driver 1 turned off of Atlanta Road into the parking lot of the Soho Gas Station at 3002 Atlanta Road, and as he maneuvered his vehicle into the right side of the parking lot to park, he pulled his tractor trailer in at too shallow an angle.  The trailer  pulled over the right side curb and ran over six small bushes on the property.  No injuries were reported and no citations were given, as this accident took place on private property. Note: Use proper judgment. 

Cobb County accident report stated that on  January 7, 2015 Driver 1 was trying to exit a private drive (facing West on S. Cobb Drive) and tried to make a left turn onto S. Cobb Drive to travel SB.  Vehicle 2 was travelling NB on S. Cobb Drive in the center turn lane.  Driver 2 was trying to get to a private drive, the Metro PCS Store, and would have to make a left turn from that lane.  Traffic stopped for Vehicle 1 and Driver 1 exited the private drive, entering the roadway to make the left turn.  While Driver1 was crossing the roadway, he was struck by Vehicle 2, who failed to yield, in the center turn lane.  Driver 1 complained of an injury to the lower right side of his back & neck. Passenger 1 complained of injury to her collar bone & right knee. And Driver 2 complained of injury to the right rib cage. And there was air bag deployment on both vehicles.  All subjects were transported by Metro to Kennesaw Hospital for further treatment. Driver 1 was cited for Failure to Yield When Entering Roadway. Note: Play closer attention when driving onto private property. 

Cobb County accident report stated that on January 5, 2015 Driver 1 was making a left turn from travelling SB on S. Cobb Drive to go EB on Church Street.  He stated that he accelerated the vehicle because he saw Vehicle 2 attempting to stop to avoid hitting him in the cab area.  Driver 2 said that he was going NB on S. Cobb Drive when Vehicle 1 attempted the left turn onto Church Street and tried to stop but could not stop in time to avoid striking Vehicle 1.  There were no injuries reported and Driver 1 was cited for Failure to Yield Turning Left.  Note: Turning L requires more attention to the traffic’s speed.  

Cobb County accident report stated that on  January 3, 2015  Vehicle 1 turned off  of  Village Parkway heading EB on Lake Park Drive, but due to Driver 1’s being unfamiliar with the area and roadway set up, turned EB into the WB lanes.  Vehicle 2 was in the left lane of WB Lake Park when Vehicle 1 met Vehicle 2 head on.  Driver 2 made a quick evasive move to the right lane but was unable to get out o the way of Vehicle 1, quick enough.  The driver’s side front end of Vehicle 1 struck the driver’s door of Vehicle 2.  Driver 1 was cited for driving the wrong way on a one way roadway, as well as driving without a license.  Note:  Observe road signs at all times!  

Cobb County accident report stated that on  December 27, 2014 Vehicle 1 was traveling SB on Cobb Parkway near the intersection of Lake Park Drive, SE.  Vehicle 2 was turning Left from the center turn lane on SB Cobb Parkway at the same intersection.  Vehicle 1 made an improper U-Turn from the inside lane causing Vehicle 2 to strike Vehicle 1 in the left side quarter panel as Vehicle  2 turned left.  There was moderate damage to the left quarter panel of  Vehicle 1 and moderate damage to the right front bumper of Vehicle 2.  Passenger 1 was taken to the hospital with head pain and swelling to the head.  No other injuries were reported. Driver 1 was cited for Improper U-Turn.  Note:  U-Turns require extra attention both ways. 

Cobb County accident report stated that on  December 26, 2014 both Vehicles 1 and 2 were traveling SB on S. Cobb Drive toward Concord Road when Vehicle 1 collided into the rear quarter panel of Vehicle 2 as a result of an improper lane change.  Minimal damage was done to both vehicles.  Neither party reported any injuries.  Driver 1 was cited for both Improper Lane Change and Failure to Produce Proof of Insurance.  She was able to provide the insurance Policy No, which reduced the 2nd citation to a warning, and saved her.  Note:  When driving make sure you carry all pertinent ID and Proof of Registration and Insurance.