Category Archives: Auto Accidents
How Does PIP Insurance Work in Florida?
Florida is a no-fault auto insurance state, which means that motorists who are involved in car accidents must first attempt to recover compensation for their medical bills and vehicle repair costs through their own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) policies. However, Florida drivers are only required to carry PIP insurance coverage of at least $10,000,… Read More »
The Importance of Witness Statements in Your Car Accident Case
The resolution of car accident cases can be contentious, with both parties attempting to prove lack of fault. In these situations, a third party witness, or someone who saw the accident occur, can prove to be an invaluable resource in helping to establish the facts of a case. It can, however, be difficult to… Read More »
Will My Car Accident Claim be Dismissed if I Was Partially at Fault for the Crash?
It’s not always easy to apportion blame when it comes to car accidents, especially in cases that involve more than two vehicles. Fortunately, accident victims are not limited to obtaining compensation in cases where they were completely free of blame in causing an accident. Instead, Florida adheres to the legal theory of pure comparative… Read More »
Who is Liable for a Crash Caused by a Motorist Who Was Driving a Borrowed Vehicle?
Lending a vehicle to a friend or loved one on a temporary basis isn’t unusual and in most cases, doesn’t cause a problem for either of the parties. Accidents do occur, however, wherein the person who causes the collision is driving a borrowed vehicle. This can add a layer of complexity to an already… Read More »
Liability for Car Accidents Involving Tourists
Florida has some of the busiest roads in the country. Although many of the drivers on these roads are residents, a large number are visitors and they are just at-risk, (if not more so due to the unfamiliarity with the roads), of being involved in a collision. Having to negotiate a settlement or otherwise… Read More »
Who Was At-Fault for My Car Accident?
Liability for a car accident, whether determined through an insurer’s claim process or through a personal injury suit, can only be established through proof of negligence. While establishing liability must be done on a case by case basis, there are certain types of accidents, in which one party is usually at fault. For example,… Read More »
Most Common Florida Car Crash Injuries
In the same way that no two car crashes are identical, the injuries sustained in accidents can vary significantly and depend on a number of factors, including the type of collision in question, as well as the health of the parties involved. There are, however, a few kinds of injuries that do tend to… Read More »
Calculating Florida Car Accident Awards
Calculating potential compensation for accident-related injuries can be extremely challenging and requires the gathering of a significant amount of information and evidence. This can be difficult to achieve without legal assistance, so if you or a loved one were recently involved in a car crash and have questions about your possible recovery options, it… Read More »
Florida Streets May Still be Dangerous for Pedestrians During the COVID-19 Emergency
Although pedestrian traffic has hit an all-time low in Florida due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Florida remains a dangerous place for pedestrians. In fact, according to the Miami Herald, Florida has one of the highest rates of pedestrian accidents in the nation. Struggling to pay for medical bills after being injured in a pedestrian… Read More »
The Risk Factors of Drowsy Driving
Although law enforcement officers cannot test for drowsiness in the same way that they can for the consumption of drugs or alcohol, they can take note of it on accident reports. This information can ultimately play a critical role in determining who caused a particular collision and whether one of the parties is entitled… Read More »
