The unexpected nature of a car accident can make the incident shocking for crash victims. Many may worry most about their health and safety and not about legal issues related to the crash. Both the person at-fault and the innocent injured party could make critical...
Car Accidents
What sets truck accidents apart from other accidents
You may have first-hand knowledge of just how serious a truck accident can be. The property damage and the injuries may be so severe that your personal injury protection won't cover it all. In that case, Florida law does allow the victims of another's negligence to...
How do drivers put motorcyclists at risk on the road?
When considering the risks that motorcyclists face, people often point to things like a bike’s small size, its speed and power, or the lack of built-in safety features, such as airbags. And it is true that motorcyclists face greater danger on the road than drivers in...
Drowsy driving just as dangerous as drunk driving
Florida drivers understand that it is dangerous and illegal to drive while under the influence of alcohol. However, many people don't realize that drowsy driving is just as hazardous. Drunk driving vs. drowsy driving Experts say that both alcohol and sleep deprivation...
Why should you be wary of insurance companies after an accident?
If you've suffered from an accident in Florida, you might like to believe that insurance companies are on your side and here to help you get back on your feet. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. Insurance companies are for-profit businesses, meaning that they...
Why is distracted driving so dangerous for motorcyclists?
While car accidents can be catastrophic for anyone, motorcyclists in Florida and around the country are particularly vulnerable to injuries and fatalities. Studies have shown that distracted driving increases the risk. Since motorcycles are so much smaller than...
How can people in Florida receive compensation after an accident?
A new study in Austria has revealed that a fourth of all car accidents occur within the first three minutes on the road. Researchers conducted the study by placing devices in participating vehicles. The devices recorded information about the length of the trips, the...
Injuries range from mild to severe in an accident
A motorcyclist in Florida has very little protection against serious injuries or worse when struck by a large vehicle. Trucks and SUVs are especially dangerous due to their relative height and weight compared to that of a motorcycle. Trucks and SUVs also tend to...
Why Florida drivers need underinsured auto insurance
As a driver in the state of Florida, you’re required by law to carry the minimum amount of car insurance coverage. And while you may have what you need by law, that doesn’t mean you have enough coverage. For example, you should also purchase underinsured motorist...
2019 crash fatalities go down, but numbers are still alarming
Florida residents may be pleased to hear that the number of car crash-related fatalities went down for the second year in a row in 2019. However, the national rates are still alarmingly high. The National Safety Council estimates the number to have been 38,800: a 2%...