Category Archives: Car And Motorcycle Accidents
How to Get a Police Report for a Car Accident in Florida
If you were in an auto accident in Florida and need a copy of your police report, you can get a copy from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). You must pay a $10 fee, plus an additional $2 convenience charge. Conversely, you can contact the reporting police officer’s precinct…. Read More
Why Is My Car Accident Settlement Taking So Long?
Your car accident settlement may reach a successful resolution in a matter of weeks or a few months if the injuries are minor and liability is clear. On the other hand, multiple factors can draw out your case for several months or even years. These factors include the severity of your injuries, a lack… Read More
Is Florida a No-Fault State for Car Accidents?
Florida is a no-fault state for auto accidents, one of only twelve in the United States. This system ensures that motorists with insurance have financial recovery options after suffering collisions. Yet, thanks to provisions made by HB 837, the state’s personal injury system has slightly changed––potentially complicating some legal cases. If you or a… Read More
Woman Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash In Fort Lauderdale
A rear-end crash can often lead to a chain reaction accident if the vehicles are close enough to each other. These crashes can involve multiple vehicles and result in serious injuries or fatalities. Sadly, a woman was killed in a recent crash involving three vehicles in Fort Lauderdale. The fatal accident occurred on the… Read More
Pedestrian Killed After Getting Hit By 2 Vehicles
Crossing a busy street as a pedestrian can be a scary situation. It’s important to yield to other vehicles and make sure you have the right of way. Otherwise, you could end up an accident victim. Sadly, this was recently the case in Gainesville, when a woman attempted to cross a busy road during… Read More
Teen Killed In Solo-Vehicle Crash
Car accidents are never happy events. In all crashes, there is some degree of damage involved. Sometimes the vehicle is totaled. The occupants of the vehicles involved may be seriously injured or killed. Sometimes children and teens are involved, making the crash even more devastating. Sadly, this was recently the case in Gainesville. Four… Read More
What To Know About Hydroplaning
Florida is known for wet weather from time to time. Driving in the rain is not an easy task. It comes with a lot of dangers, especially if puddles form on the road. Hydroplaning occurs when water gets in front of your tires faster than your vehicle can push it out of the way…. Read More
1 Killed, 1 Injured In Ocala Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycles can be fun to ride, but they’re also small and hard to see. This makes them more prone to accidents. Sadly, a motorcycle rider was killed in a recent crash in Ocala. The fatal accident occurred on the evening of January 10 on Southwest 19th Avenue Road, near 24th Avenue. A Ford F-150… Read More
1 Killed, 2 Injured In Crash
Driving requires significant skill and attention. Pulling out from a driveway onto a highway is an act that needs to be taken seriously. You need to be patient. An SUV pulling out of a private driveway in Mayo collided with another vehicle, leading to fatality. The fatal accident occurred on the evening of December… Read More
2 Killed In Head-On Crash In Ocala National Forest
When vehicles are going straight, it’s easy to stay in control. When there are curves in the road, drivers can lose control, especially if there is speed involved. A recent crash on a curve in the road in Ocala National Forest has left two women dead. The fatal accident occurred on the afternoon of… Read More
