Category Archives: Car And Motorcycle Accidents
Do I Need a Attorney for My Car Crash?
When you have been involved in a car accident, you may wonder when you should engage the services of a Florida personal injury attorney. You are likely overwhelmed thinking of how to pay your medical bills or to repair or replace your car, as well as how you will be made whole again after… Read More
What to Do After a Car Accident
At the end of the day, you can never truly prepare for a collision. Accidents are unexpected by nature, and the whirlwind of getting injured can quickly overtake you. That’s why it’s so important to understand what to do after a car accident. Here, Meldon Law has listed some considerations that could bolster your… Read More
Common Car Accident Injuries
“Man, my back hurts!” “My neck feels really stiff!” “It’s so weird, but I feel sore all over my body!” I often hear these statements from clients after they have been involved in car accidents. Their bodies hurt all over, and the pain usually worsens before it gets better. Even the toughest humans I… Read More
Rear-End Collisions Are More Serious Than Most People Think
A crossing guard was critically injured after a rear-end accident caused a vehicle to strike her and pin her down. The accident occurred on a Wednesday afternoon when vehicles were stopped at a red light, and the crossing guard was in the intersection. A vehicle collided with the one in front of it, which… Read More
Top Five Causes of Car Accidents: Driver Actions and Behaviors That Place You at Risk of Serious Injury
Despite countless public safety campaigns and stricter traffic laws that encourage safe driving, more and more drivers take risks when they get behind the wheel. Drunk driving, cellphone distraction, and aggressive driving result in impaired, distracted, and angry drivers. This toxic roadway culture places everyday drivers at risk for serious injury. If you’ve been… Read More
Rideshare Accidents: If a Lyft Driver Hits Me, Who Can I Sue?
Lyft is a major player in the current rideshare industry. It’s an up-and-coming rideshare choice, second only to Uber, that provides yet another option for catching a ride. With an estimated 1.4 million Lyft drivers on America’s highways and city streets, you face a real chance of being involved in an accident with a… Read More
The Difference Between Collision and Comprehensive Insurance
Some consumers mistakenly believe collision and comprehensive insurance are the same things. However, each provides important but different protections for a driver’s vehicle and finances. Collision Insurance Under Florida law, all owners of vehicles registered within the state are required to purchase a minimum of $10,000 of Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance coverage, and… Read More
3 Driving Habits That Commonly Cause Accidents That Aren’t Related To Drugs Or Alcohol
Anytime you either drive or ride in a vehicle, you put yourself at risk. Data gathered by the Association for Safe International Road Travel indicates that vehicular accidents in the United States result in about 37,000 fatalities and 2.35 million injuries each year. While some of these accidents couldn’t have been prevented, most were… Read More
Know Your Claim: Navigating Car Accident Compensation In Florida
Being involved in a car accident can be traumatic experience, whether it’s a fender bender or a serious multi-car accident. Many cases involve physical injuries, property damage, and even death. Moving forward after an accident can also prove confusing and difficult in the face of both physical and emotional trauma. Do you know what… Read More
Do I Need a Attorney in a No Fault Insurance State?
In the state of Florida, there’s a “no fault” accident law. Essentially, this law means that in the case of an accident, each driver is responsible for contacting their insurance companies to pay for the cost of lost wages, medical expenses, and other fees associated with the accident. Thanks to this no fault law,… Read More
