When the Streets Heat Up, So Do the Risks YOUR SUMMER SAFETY GUIDE FOR SHARING THE ROAD IN ATLANTA
With longer days and warmer evenings, Atlanta’s streets, parks, and neighborhoods come alive during the summer. More people are out walking, jogging, and biking in the sunshine, but this also brings an unfortunate rise in pedestrian and bicycle accidents. Knowing how to stay safe on the road is essential for everyone, whether you’re behind the wheel, on a bike, or on foot. UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), bicyclist fatalities are at their highest between June and September, with the vast majority occurring in urban settings like Atlanta. In 2023 alone, 1,166 cyclists were killed in traffic crashes. Staying alert is key to everyone’s safety, especially in intersections, parking lots, and crosswalks. SMART SAFETY HABITS FOR CYCLISTS AND PEDESTRIANS Cyclists should always wear helmets and use hand signals to communicate clearly with nearby
into the street. Additionally, avoiding distractions like texting or wearing headphones is vital for walkers and riders. HOW DRIVERS CAN HELP PREVENT ACCIDENTS Motorists play a crucial role in protecting vulnerable road users. Defensive driving can prevent collisions, especially in high-traffic areas or near parks, trails, and event zones. Drivers should always check blind spots before backing up or turning, stop fully at red lights and look both ways before turning, yield to cyclists as you would to other vehicles, avoid passing too closely and always give space when overtaking cyclists, and stay aware of their surroundings in parking lots, intersections, and driveways. YOUR RIGHTS AFTER AN ACCIDENT Despite everyone’s best efforts, accidents can still happen. If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you do not have to navigate the aftermath alone. Contact our firm to understand your rights and take the next steps toward recovery.
traffic. Heeding traffic signals, stopping at stop signs, and yielding to pedestrians isn’t just common courtesy; it’s the law. Pedestrians can stay safe by using crosswalks, wearing reflective gear when walking at night, and making eye contact with drivers before stepping
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Cheesy Tomato-Basil Stuffed Chicken
Ingredients •
4–6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 cloves garlic, smashed 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
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1/2 cup basil pesto
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained, oil reserved
Chili flakes, to taste
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves Salt and pepper, to taste
2–3 tbsp sun-dried tomato oil 2 cups cherry tomatoes, divided
Directions 1.
Preheat oven to 425 F.
2. Slice chicken down the middle horizontally (not cutting all the way through). 3. Spread pesto inside filleted chicken, then stuff with cheese and tomatoes before closing chicken, covering filling. 4. Place chicken in a large oven-safe skillet. Drizzle with oil. 5. Set the skillet over medium heat; cook 5 minutes. 6. Add 1 1/2 cups tomatoes, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and season with chili flakes. Cook 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat. 7. Bake in oven for 7–10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tomatoes burst. 8. Toss remaining 1/2 cup tomatoes with basil, thyme, salt, and pepper. 9. Serve the chicken topped with fresh tomatoes.
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