Category Archives: Auto Accidents
Underinflated Tires Can Cause Blowouts
With temperatures dropping now that autumn is officially upon us, Florida drivers should be sure to check that their tires are properly inflated. While motorists may know that driving on underinflated tires can affect gas mileage, many don’t know how much it increases the chances of a blowout. Tire blowouts, in turn, can have… Read More »
Tips for Driving Safely in Florida Storms
Besides being known for its beautiful beaches, wildlife, and tourist attractions, Florida is also notorious for its yearly autumn storms. These weather conditions can make driving in Florida a nerve-wracking experience, with the rainy season in particular accompanied by heavy rains and strong winds. Having an understanding of our state’s unique weather patterns and… Read More »
The Toll of a Rollover Accident On a Victim’s Body
Any type of car accident will expose a vehicle occupant’s body to potential physical harm. Certain kinds of crashes, however, including rollover accidents are notorious for causing particularly serious injuries, as occupants are at risk of being thrown violently around the inside of the car, becoming trapped, or even getting ejected. For this reason,… Read More »
Are You Suffering From Hip Pain After a Car Accident?
Hip pain could be a sign of a variety of injuries, including everything from dislocations to broken bones. Whatever the specific nature of the injury, hip pain and accompanying symptoms tend to be particularly debilitating for accident victims, limiting their mobility and making it a lot harder to perform day-to-day tasks. Read on to… Read More »
Top Five Causes of Florida Car Accidents
With its heavy traffic and outdated roadway infrastructure, Florida is regularly ranked as one of the most dangerous states for drivers in the nation. Accidents in our state happen for a number of reasons ranging from increasing numbers of out-of-state travelers who are unfamiliar with the highway systems to inclement weather. Most car crashes… Read More »
Pregnant Women Face More Risks in Car Accidents
While pregnancy can be a wonderful time, it can also be extremely stressful and dangerous. Pregnant women, for instance, face additional risks if involved in a car accident. Tragically, these problems can prove fatal. In fact, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that car accidents result in more than 5,000 fetal losses every… Read More »
Head-On Collisions Can Have Devastating Consequences
Navigating the aftermath of a car crash can be overwhelming, with accident victims forced to suffer through physical pain, emotional turmoil, and complicated legal challenges. This tends to be particularly true after serious car accidents, like head-on collisions, which are notorious for resulting in especially devastating injuries. Head-On Collisions Of the many types of… Read More »
Car Accident-Related Blunt Force Head Trauma
Of the many types of injuries that car crash victims can sustain, blunt force trauma to the head is among the most devastating. In fact, blunt force trauma, specifically to the head, is the leading cause of death for vehicle occupants. What is Blunt Force Head Trauma? Blunt force head trauma occurs when the… Read More »
Financial Recovery for Steering Wheel Injuries
Although many people don’t realize it, some of the most severe head and chest injuries that car accident victims experience occur because the force of their impact caused them to strike their steering wheels. Fortunately, like other car accident-related injuries, physical injuries caused by steering wheels are compensable in Florida. How Steering Wheel Injuries… Read More »
Keeping an Injury Journal After a Car Crash Can Strengthen Your Accident Claim
There’s a lot to keep track of after a car accident, from getting medical attention and filing insurance claims to handling vehicle repairs and taking time off from work. It can be difficult, especially when suffering from an injury, to stay on top of all of these matters, which is why we often encourage… Read More »
