Monthly Archives: September 2022
Were You The Victim Of Distracted Driving?
We’ve all seen drivers who are completely distracted, whether texting, eating, or reaching for something in the backseat. Whatever form it takes, this type of behavior can be extremely dangerous for anyone else on the road. Distracted driving has proven to be a serious problem in Florida, with the Department of Highway Safety and… Read More »
Did You Suffer Blunt Force Head Trauma In An Accident?
Most of us have experienced some type of bump to the head at some point in our lives. Maybe you struck your head on an open cupboard door, or suffered a fall as a child while playing sports. These, and similar injuries, are common examples of blunt force head trauma. Any type of blow… Read More »
Car Accident-Related Facial Injuries
Injuries to the face are different from other types of accident-related trauma, as our faces help us navigate the world via sight, smell, and taste. This means that accident victims who sustain facial injuries often end up suffering long after the event in question is over, due to problems with mobility, scarring, and disfigurement…. Read More »
How Severe Does A Crash Have To Be For My Airbags To Deploy?
Airbags play a key role in protecting a vehicle’s occupants in the event of a collision, deploying to protect passengers from striking the airbag, steering wheel, doors, or windows. In fact, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), frontal airbags reduce driver fatalities by almost 30 percent, while side airbags can reduce… Read More »
The Dangers Of Speeding
Speeding is one of the riskiest driving habits that a person can engage in, contributing to more than 30 percent of serious injury crashes. There has also been a corresponding increase in fatalities caused by speeding-related crashes over the last few years. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that speeding-related… Read More »
Insurance Coverage For Injured Pedestrians
Pedestrian accidents tend to result in serious injuries, so it should come as no surprise that one of the first questions that many accident victims have following this type of crash is what kinds of financial resources are available to cover their injuries. Injured pedestrians will, for instance, usually experience physical pain and suffering,… Read More »
Taking These Steps Can Help Protect Your Rights After A Bicycle Accident
Riding a bike is generally an environmentally friendly, healthy, and cost-effective way to get around. There are, however, also risks with cycling, especially in Florida, where it can be dangerous to share the road with motorists. It is crucial for bicyclists who are injured in car accidents to be ready to protect their rights,… Read More »
Driving In The Rain
If you drive regularly in Florida, you probably know that avoiding wet road conditions is nearly impossible. Rain can cause a driver to lose control of a vehicle, can reduce visibility, and can generally make it more likely that a person will be involved in a car accident. This makes it especially important for… Read More »
