Category Archives: Auto Accidents
Who is Liable for Accidents Involving Florida Emergency Vehicles?
We all know that when an emergency vehicle approaches with its sirens going and lights flashing, that we need to make our way to the side of the road as quickly and as safely as possible. However, this is not always possible, in which case, a person could end up in a collision with… Read More »
Recovering Damages After a Collision with an Uninsured Driver
Despite the requirement that all drivers carry a minimum amount of liability insurance, an alarming number of Florida drivers fail to obtain insurance. In fact, Florida is reported as having the highest percentage of uninsured motorists in the U.S., with nearly 30 percent of motorists in the state lacking coverage. Unfortunately, this means that… Read More »
How do Juries Apportion Fault in Personal Injury Cases?
Some car accidents are clearly the fault of only one party. If, for instance, someone ran a red light and the other driver wasn’t speeding, wasn’t distracted, and was otherwise following all traffic laws, the first motorist would undoubtedly be found responsible for the entirety of the accident. It is not uncommon, however, for… Read More »
How Does PIP Insurance Work in Florida?
Florida is a no-fault auto insurance state, which means that motorists who are involved in car accidents must first attempt to recover compensation for their medical bills and vehicle repair costs through their own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) policies. However, Florida drivers are only required to carry PIP insurance coverage of at least $10,000,… Read More »
The Importance of Witness Statements in Your Car Accident Case
The resolution of car accident cases can be contentious, with both parties attempting to prove lack of fault. In these situations, a third party witness, or someone who saw the accident occur, can prove to be an invaluable resource in helping to establish the facts of a case. It can, however, be difficult to… Read More »
Will My Car Accident Claim be Dismissed if I Was Partially at Fault for the Crash?
It’s not always easy to apportion blame when it comes to car accidents, especially in cases that involve more than two vehicles. Fortunately, accident victims are not limited to obtaining compensation in cases where they were completely free of blame in causing an accident. Instead, Florida adheres to the legal theory of pure comparative… Read More »
Who is Liable for a Crash Caused by a Motorist Who Was Driving a Borrowed Vehicle?
Lending a vehicle to a friend or loved one on a temporary basis isn’t unusual and in most cases, doesn’t cause a problem for either of the parties. Accidents do occur, however, wherein the person who causes the collision is driving a borrowed vehicle. This can add a layer of complexity to an already… Read More »
Liability for Car Accidents Involving Tourists
Florida has some of the busiest roads in the country. Although many of the drivers on these roads are residents, a large number are visitors and they are just at-risk, (if not more so due to the unfamiliarity with the roads), of being involved in a collision. Having to negotiate a settlement or otherwise… Read More »
Who Was At-Fault for My Car Accident?
Liability for a car accident, whether determined through an insurer’s claim process or through a personal injury suit, can only be established through proof of negligence. While establishing liability must be done on a case by case basis, there are certain types of accidents, in which one party is usually at fault. For example,… Read More »
Most Common Florida Car Crash Injuries
In the same way that no two car crashes are identical, the injuries sustained in accidents can vary significantly and depend on a number of factors, including the type of collision in question, as well as the health of the parties involved. There are, however, a few kinds of injuries that do tend to… Read More »
