Category Archives: Auto Accidents
Speeding Is A Factor In 26 Percent Of Fatal Car Crashes
Of the many types of driver error that contribute to the millions of car accidents that occur in the U.S. every year, speeding is perhaps the most common. More than simply a bad driving habit, speeding can cause serious car accidents. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that speeding contributes… Read More »
Common Car Accident Mistakes
Car accidents are unpredictable, happening just about anywhere and at any time. They can also leave victims with feelings of shock and fear, leading them to make mistakes that could affect their eventual recovery. Read on to learn more about some of the most common mistakes made by Florida car accident victims. Failing to… Read More »
Determining A Car’s Value After An Accident
Even car accident victims who are fortunate to walk away from their collisions with no serious injuries will still likely sustain some sort of damage to their vehicles. In many cases, when damage is particularly severe, a car can be deemed “totaled”, in which case, the owner’s insurer will offer a sum equal to… Read More »
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 »
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 »
What To Do After A Multi-Car Pile-Up
A multi-vehicle collision occurs when more than two vehicles are involved in a crash. Unfortunately, these kinds of accidents occur quite often and tend to be more complex to resolve than other types of car accident cases. For instance, since multi-car pile-ups usually result from a chain reaction, there are almost always multiple parties… Read More »
