Category Archives: Auto Accidents
The Importance of Accounting for Blind Spots
Blind spots, as most careful drivers are aware, are zones to the side and rear of a car where approaching vehicles are not visible to the driver, even when using a rear view or side mirror. Failing to check one’s blind spots can have devastating consequences, especially when one of the vehicles is a… Read More »
The Risks of Driving With Poor Visibility
Besides heralding the beginning of the holiday season, the end of Daylight Saving Time also means that our days are growing shorter and shorter. As a result, many of us find ourselves driving much more often in the dark than we do in the summer months. Unfortunately, motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists are much more… Read More »
The Implications of Florida’s New Autonomous Car Law
Although many of us are still coming to terms with the fact that driverless cars exist, the reality is that these types of cars are already on the road. In fact, Florida’s governor signed a bill into law that opens the door to fully autonomous vehicles in a way that no other state has… Read More »
Road Rage: A Growing Problem
Almost everyone has experienced anger while on the road at some point in their lives. Whether cut off by another driver, forced to sit in traffic, or getting trapped behind a slow moving vehicle, this type of negligent driving can easily trigger frustration. Unfortunately, the anger of many drivers goes beyond mere irritation and… Read More »
Filing a Car Accident Claim After Your Sideswipe Collision
When talking about the most dangerous types of car accidents, sideswipe collisions don’t usually make the list. These types of accidents, however, can cause a significant amount of damage and serious injuries, especially in collisions between two vehicles of different sizes. For these reasons, Florida residents who are involved in these types of crashes… Read More »
Treating Whiplash Injuries
As one of the most common injuries with which car accident victims are diagnosed, whiplash afflicts thousands of people every year. Whiplash is also notorious for resulting in chronic pain, especially amongst those who are involved in serious collisions, or who do not seek treatment immediately after their accident. Fortunately, car accident victims can… Read More »
Avoiding Back to School Crashes
Although the back-to-school season can be an exciting time for both parents and children, it does come with host of new risks for school age children. School zones, in particular, are often chaotic, especially during pick-up and drop-off times. For this reason, accidents involving pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists are not an uncommon occurrence in… Read More »
Recovering from a Chest Contusion
Whether it’s only a parking lot fender bender or a serious accident that causes major damage to your vehicle, car accidents can be an annoying and sometimes traumatic experience. This is especially true for those who sustain injuries in their collisions, as these individuals may need to pay for expensive medical bills, while also… Read More »
What You Should Know About the Most Common Causes of Florida Car Accidents
Thousands of car accidents take place in Florida every year. The causes of these crashes, however, are as varied as the types of collisions themselves. Ultimately, the cause of a collision plays a crucial role in determining fault and attempting to hold responsible parties accountable for their actions, so if you were injured in… Read More »
How Insurers Value Auto Accident Claims
Florida is a no-fault auto insurance state, which means that car accident victims must go through their insurers before seeking compensation elsewhere. While no two accident claims are the same, there are certain factors that insurers take into account when determining what a car accident claim is worth. These numbers can then be used… Read More »
