Ocala Personal Injury Law Blog
Pedestrian safety standards in vehicle accidents
In Florida and across the U.S., there are federal safety standards to protect drivers in a vehicle crash, but there are no standards designed to protect pedestrians when they get hit. In light of this fact, the Government Accountability Office, or GAO, is asking the...
How some car crash injuries appear after a delay
Florida residents who were involved in a car crash may have found that some of their injuries appeared only after a delay of several days or weeks. This often happens, and the following are some of the symptoms that can alert victims to the presence of a delayed...
Why vehicles may move too slowly
In some cases, driving too slowly on a Florida road or highway can be just as bad as driving too fast. Driving below the speed limit on a highway may cause vehicles to pass on the right, which could increase the risk of an accident. Traveling at speeds lower than the...
Truckers should prepare for their drive to prevent distraction
Large trucks are everywhere on the road in Florida, and they pose many dangers to you as a driver. The truck driver can make the vehicle even more dangerous by doing things behind the wheel that distract their focus from the road. Truck drivers have an obligation to...
Drivers react more slowly using CarPlay than when texting
Technology, ranging from smartphones to infotainment systems, is a source of distraction for many drivers in Florida. In its effort to reduce distraction as well as make driving more fun, Apple introduced its CarPlay system back in 2014. CarPlay allows drivers to use...
AAA survey: most U.S. adults wary of self-driving vehicle tech
A AAA survey conducted in January 2020 has come up with some findings that will interest Florida residents who are wary of self-driving cars. Only 12% of respondents said they would feel safe in such a vehicle. Twenty-eight percent of respondents even said they were...
Bill may let teen truckers drive interstate despite safety risk
Florida residents should know that the commercial trucker they pass by on the freeway may be as young as 18 years old. In all states except Hawaii, though, 18- to 20-year-old CDL holders are limited to travel within the state. Now, a bill introduced in February 2019...
Say This, Not That: Post-Accident Chats with a Florida Car Insurance Company
When you receive a phone call from the responsible driver’s insurance company just days after being injured in an auto collision, you’re probably thrilled to answer it. After all, the sooner you talk to the claims adjuster and provide important information, the faster...
Documents to Bring to Your First Meeting with a Florida Personal Injury Attorney
Most personal injury lawyers offer a free initial consultation for accident victims, which is fortunate when you’ve been hurt and are suffering the financial consequences. It is always best to call an attorney immediately after an accident. In that case, the...
How Long Will I Be in Pain After a Florida Car Crash?
If you’re one of the roughly 4,200 victims who are injured in Marion County, FL car accidents every year according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there’s a good chance you’re still experiencing some pain. In a minor crash, you may feel...
