Category Archives: Auto Accidents
Liability for Teenaged Drivers
We all know that teenagers are notorious for making rash and illogical decisions. While in most cases, this is merely annoying for parents, it can have devastating consequences when the teen in question is a driver. Summer break is officially over, so many Florida teens are back on the road, traveling to and from… Read More »
Most Dangerous Types of Car Accidents
Any car accident can result in serious injuries. Even seemingly minor fender benders, for instance, could leave an injured passenger suffering from debilitating neck and back trauma. It is true, however, that certain types of accidents are known for causing particularly severe injuries. Victims of head-on collisions, for example, are much more likely to… Read More »
The Dangers of Flooded Roadways
Road hazards come in a number of different forms, but one of the most dangerous is flooding, especially during hurricane season. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that as many as 50 percent of all flood-related drownings occur when a car is driven into flood water. This risk… Read More »
Vehicle Safety Features that Help Prevent Car Accidents
Although airbags and seat belts have been in use for decades and prevent thousands of injuries and deaths every year, new technologies are also constantly being introduced that play a crucial role in preventing car crashes. Unfortunately, despite these advancements, motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians are still injured in collisions on a daily basis. To… Read More »
Driver Fatigue Found to be the Cause of Serious Florida Turnpike Toll Booth Accident
Early last month, a devastating car accident took place at one of several toll booths located near St. Cloud. Video footage from the scene of the crash revealed that the driver of a white SUV approached the toll booth without slowing, and while taking out a number of warning cones, before colliding head-on with… Read More »
The Importance of Proper Tire Care
Most of us don’t think about the state of our tires on a day to day basis. However, doing so could make all the difference when it comes to car accidents, especially during the Florida summers, which are accompanied by rainstorms, high winds, and blistering temperatures. While anyone who drives in poor weather is… Read More »
City Contractors Found Not Liable for Obstructive Shrubbery
In early July, a Florida appellate court issued an opinion clarifying the legal standard by which contractor liability is determined. Ultimately, the court held that a contractor was not liable for a motorcycle accident allegedly caused by overgrown shrubbery that obstructed the motorists’ views. In these types of cases, Florida courts are required to… Read More »
Important Laws to Keep in Mind When Filing a Car Accident Claim in Florida
Florida has a number of unique laws on the books that come into play when filing a lawsuit based on a car accident. For instance, unlike many states, Florida applies a no fault theory to car accident claims. While this does not necessarily mean that at-fault drivers will not be held accountable for their… Read More »
When do Most Car Accidents Happen?
As most of us know, car accidents can happen just about anywhere and at any time. There are, however, certain times of the day that tend to be especially dangerous for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists. Afternoon rush hour, for example, has proven to be one of the most common times in which accidents occur… Read More »
Florida Residents at High Risk of Injury by Defective Takata Airbags
Earlier this month, representatives from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration publicly urged drivers to check their vehicle identification numbers (VINs) to see if their vehicles are equipped with defective Takata airbags, which are currently under recall. Florida residents, in particular, were warned, as South Florida drivers face the highest risk of injury from… Read More »
