Category Archives: Auto Accidents
Who Pays For A Victim’s Medical Bills After A Florida Pedestrian Accident?
A pedestrian who was struck by a car could sustain potentially life-threatening injuries and, even after receiving treatment, could suffer from permanent disability. In fact, this occurs in the majority of pedestrian-vehicle cases, where pedestrians, unlike motorists, have little protection from impact. This can result in catastrophic injuries and hefty medical bills. Common Pedestrian… Read More »
Side Airbags Can Cause Serious Injuries
Frontal airbags have been required in all new vehicles since the late 1990’s, but in recent years more and more manufacturers have also started installing side airbags in newer models. These devices go a long way towards preventing occupants from sustaining serious injuries in the event of a crash. In fact, some reports reveal… Read More »
Did You Suffer An Airbag Burn?
Required in all new passenger vehicles since 1999, front airbags are one of the most important safety innovations in recent years, providing critical cushioning for occupants during crashes. In fact, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) estimates that front airbags have reduced driver fatalities by 29 percent and fatalities of front seat passengers… Read More »
Were You Injured In A Backover Accident?
Backover accidents occur when a driver who is reversing, mistakenly strikes someone who is walking, standing, or riding a bicycle behind the vehicle. These kinds of crashes can occur anywhere that vehicles commonly reverse, but most take place in parking lots and driveways. While they typically occur at relatively low speeds, backover accidents can… Read More »
Seat Belt Injuries
The first lap seat belts were introduced in the late 1890’s, but didn’t become standard in most passenger vehicles until the 1960’s. In 1973, however, the lap belt was upgraded to a three point harness, which led to an almost 50 percent decrease in fatal injuries. Unfortunately, besides preventing serious injuries, seatbelts can actually… Read More »
Common Causes Of Rollover Accidents
Although they are relatively rare, rollover accidents are notorious for being one of the most dangerous types of car accidents in which a motorist can be involved. For instance, while they account for around only three percent of serious car accidents, they are thought to be responsible for as many as 30 percent of… Read More »
Who Caused My T-Bone Accident?
T-bone accidents are one of the most devastating kinds of car accidents in which a person can be involved, as they usually result in significant property damage, as well as serious injuries. Recovering compensation for these losses will hinge on proving who caused the accident in question. This can be a difficult endeavor in… Read More »
Were You Injured In A U-Turn Accident?
Although u-turns are often legal in Florida, that doesn’t necessarily mean that they are safe. The reality is that many people are injured because a driver attempted a u-turn in the wrong place. While fault isn’t often relevant in car accident cases, as Florida is a no-fault state, it could come into play if… Read More »
Were You Involved In A Run-Off-Road Crash?
Often, when people think of car accidents, they imagine a collision between two vehicles. Some of the most deadly kinds of crashes, however, involve only a single vehicle. Run-off-road crashes, for instance, contribute to a large portion of the serious injuries and fatalities of car accident victims every year. What is a Run-Off-Road Accident?… Read More »
Child Pedestrian Accidents
There has been an alarming increase in pedestrian fatalities in recent years. One study, for instance, published by the Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA) revealed that 2021 saw the most pedestrian deaths in the U.S. in nearly 40 years. Of the individuals who are particularly at risk of being involved in deadly pedestrian accidents… Read More »
