Category Archives: Motor Vehicle Accident
Three Reasons to See a Doctor Quickly After Sustaining a Head Injury in a Florida Vehicle Accident
The brain controls almost every function in the body, so any head injury should be taken seriously. However, many people whose injuries appear minor just take a pill for the headache and move on without even considering seeking medical attention. A trip to the doctor may be a short-term inconvenience, but there are many… Read More »
Do You Really Need Uninsured Motorist Insurance?
An insurance agent who says you do not need uninsured motorist insurance (UM) may not be giving you good advice. In Florida, every insurance policy with bodily injury liability coverage must carry an equal amount of UM unless you specifically refuse UM. However UM provides important protections. As one in four Florida drivers does… Read More »
Fatal Truck Accidents in Florida
One out of nine traffic accident fatalities occur in a collision with a large truck, nationwide statistics show. With the increasing volume of truck traffic in the United States, and Florida in particular, the serious injuries such accidents cause merit close attention from Florida personal injury attorneys. In 2008, there were 269 fatal collisions… Read More »
Florida State Football Player Involved in Serious Motorcycle Accident
Video has recently surfaced of a horrific motorcycle accident involving a Florida State football player and a black Lexus passenger car. In the spring of 2013, junior tight end Nick O’Leary, who is golfer Jack Nicklaus’ grandson, was on his motorcycle when the Lexus seemingly pulled out in front of him. Video shows that… Read More »
The Case for Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Many people are penny wise and dollar foolish. One consumer may purchase the cheapest washing machine available, giving little or no regard to the item’s long-term durability and operating costs. Another consumer may buy the cheapest car insurance available, giving little or no regard to the policy’s coverage. Nearly one in four Florida motorists… Read More »