Car And Motorcycle Accidents
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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….
The tragic New York limousine accident that resulted in 20 fatalities has brought much-needed attention to industry safety. Seventeen passengers, the driver, and two bystanders died as a result of the accident, which remains under investigation. New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo told reporters that the limo had failed a…
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…
You’ve probably heard someone call a rear-end collision a “fender-bender.” This name incorrectly implies that rear-end collisions are not serious accidents and cause only minor damage to the fenders of vehicles. However, many people who have been in this type of accident know from experience that it can cause serious…
A car accident can be scary, especially if it’s the first time you’ve had to deal with everything that comes along with it. Many of my clients have little idea what to do immediately afterward (PRO TIP: everyone reading this blog should immediately download or order our book “Seven Mistakes…
