The South Florida Sun-Sentinel reported recently that a woman from Hollywood, Florida was arrested on the evening of Friday, May 7, 2021 after causing two accidents within seven minutes while allegedly driving under the influence (DUI) of intoxicants, one of which caused fatal injuries to a pedestrian. According to a press release issued by officials...
Fox Channel 13 News Tampa Bay reported recently that two local motorists drove off the side of an elevated highway entrance ramp along Interstate 95 in Fort Lauderdale on the afternoon of Sunday, May 16, 2021, almost exactly 24 hours after another car tumbled off the ramp at the exact same spot. According to a...
The Orlando Sentinel reported recently that a fatal crash took place near Yeehaw Junction in Osceola County, Florida on Monday. November 30, just hours after another multi-fatality crash happened in the same area. According to an official with the Florida Highway Patrol, a driver from Cumming, GA was driving west on State Road 60 near...
WEAR ABC Channel 3 News reported recently that a young man from Crestview was killed in a motor vehicle accident that took place on Interstate 10 in the Florida Panhandle on the evening of Monday, March 8, 2021, in Santa Rosa County east of Pensacola. According to officials with the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident...
First Coast NBC / ABC On Your Side News reported recently that a Hilliard woman was killed in a motor vehicle accident that occurred when she tried to beat a train through a road / railroad junction only to be struck by the oncoming train. According to officials from the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident...
In Florida, approximately 25% of all crashes involve a hit-and-run. Because of this, the state has an awareness campaign called “Stay at the Scene.” The campaign looks to educate drivers on their responsibilities if they are in a crash and the potentially serious consequences they face if they are convicted of leaving the scene of...

Anytime you go out on the road, you are at risk for an accident. In Florida, car accidents happen more frequently than almost any other place in the United States. It is important that you know how to protect yourself and what you need to do if you get in any kind of accident...

As a parent, you want to protect your child from danger; however, when your child starts learning how to drive, it can be a scary time. You may find yourself not wanting to hand over the keys to your teen driver and being fearful of your child driving without you. If you find yourself asking...

Enter Our Giveaway of 2 Mini iPads for Signing a Parent Teen Safe Driving Contract Car accidents in Florida and throughout this nation are the leading cause of teenage deaths. For the parents of Antonio Rodriguez, the statistics of teen traffic-related deaths are all too familiar, as their son was one of the 3,000 teenagers...

Inexperienced Teen Drivers Pose a Risk to Others on Florida Roads All drivers are potentially dangerous, possibly causing serious Florida car accidents involving you or your family members. These wrecks can cause serious injuries, such as broken bones or internal bleeding, and can even result in loss of life. Though any driver can cause a...

With many people out of work or working from home, and many businesses remain remaining closed as a method to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the roadways are less congested than ever before. This presents an opportunity that some drivers cannot resist, driving dangerously faster than posted speed limits. Unfortunately, this means that while overall...

Around 8 percent of expectant mothers suffer traumatic injuries such as fractures and open wounds that typically arise from falls or car accidents. A recent study has suggested pregnant women who sustain traumatic injuries may experience better outcomes when treated at trauma centers instead of non-trauma hospitals. According to research published in the Journal of...

If you or someone you love suffered injuries in a golf cart accident, a Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyer can hold the at-fault party accountable on your behalf. They will explain how fault is determined in this kind of accident and how your state defines negligence. Typically, the elements that constitute negligence can establish how fault...

To report a hit and run in Miami, you need to contact local law enforcement immediately by calling 911. Reporting the hit and run incident as soon as possible helps authorities locate the responsible driver, gets you in touch with emergency medical services, and protects your legal rights. If you have questions or need assistance...

If Geico denied your car accident claim, you typically have 15 days to respond with an appeal letter. Consider consulting a car accident lawyer if you feel that the reason for denial was unjust or if you need assistance. Whether you opt for legal representation, beginning the appeal process is your first step. Determining Why...

If you were involved in a car accident, you may be wondering what happens in a side-impact collision. In these types of collisions, also known as T-bone accidents, a vehicle strikes another vehicle’s side. Side-impact collisions can happen when a vehicle is backing up or driving forward. Many of these accidents happen at intersections when...

A common question law firms hear is, “The person that caused my injury is claiming that it was my fault. What do I do?” There are multiple strategies to tackle this issue, but it is important to determine the details about what happened in your accident first. The facts matter, not emotions or desires. If...

While there is no data on the average settlement value for rear-end collisions, there are a few key factors that can provide insight into the potential value of a case. These include the certainty with which another driver was at fault for the accident as well as the extent of your costs and losses. With...