An auto accident turns life upside-down, for you and for any family member who uses that car. When a vehicle is damaged or destroyed, you might find yourself without your only mode of transportation for work, school and other daily needs. Navigating how to go about repairing or replacing your ...
A statute of limitations defines a specific timeframe and expiration on your right to file a lawsuit regarding a car accident you have been in. If you file your case outside of the time range or after the deadline has passed, the state has the right to dismiss your case. ...
Many people write off rear-end collisions as “minor.” However, these collisions are anything but. Rear-end collisions account for one-third of all traffic accidents, making them the most common type of crash. These incidents cause expensive medical bills, extensive injuries, and other related hardships. There are many things Floridians need to ...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drivers falling asleep while driving is a significant problem in the U.S. No driver knows the exact moment they’ll fall asleep behind the wheel, putting everyone on the road at risk of harm. There are various laws that apply to fatigued ...
One of the factors that can make turning on yellow dangerous is the fact that many drivers believe they can speed up and beat the red light. Speeding vehicles have a higher risk of causing an accident. Thus, when you are turning on a yellow light, you are likely to get ...
No one expects to get into a car accident. When they do, they often make mistakes during the chaotic experience. Some of the top mistakes include leaving the scene of the accident, forgoing medical treatment, and waiting too long to take legal action. You can avoid these mistakes by being ...
Traffic accidents are stressful. Being in a car accident involving a leased car can only complicate matters further. Yet, this does not prevent you from recovering compensation for your losses. It also does not prevent you from partnering with an attorney who can manage each of your legal obligations. What ...
A hit and run refers to when you experience a car accident, and one of the involved parties leaves the scene abruptly without exchanging information or checking to see if you’re okay. Unfortunately, you might become a victim of a hit-and-run accident anytime. Some drivers might try to escape from ...
Brake checking is a dangerous driving behavior that causes many car accidents, some of which have fatal consequences. However, most motorists have no idea what brake checking is, nor do they understand its dangers. Besides it being dangerous, brake checking is illegal. Below, we offer an overview of what brake ...
Teen drivers are among the most distracted age group on the road, data shows. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 15-to 20-year-olds were involved in more crashes in 2019 than any other age group. Teens are putting themselves at risk of having an accident while on the road ...
Uber helps people get around town by connecting drivers with riders through an application (called an “app”) on their smartphones. This service has been a huge hit, allowing many people to make extra money on the side. However, Uber car accidents are not uncommon, and as a result, people get ...
Getting compensation after a car accident can be relatively straightforward if you can clearly identify the at-fault party. However, that isn’t always the case with yellow light accidents because determining fault and liability can be complicated. When a driver makes a turn on a yellow light, they should only do ...
Dash cams – or cameras mounted on the dash of a vehicle – provide video evidence of things that happen while you drive. In some cases, these cameras capture accidents that occur in Florida. Can you use dash cam evidence in your car accident claim? In most cases, Florida allows ...
If you suffered a car accident that another driver caused, you may be struggling with the physical, emotional, and financial costs. You might also be seeking compensation for these costs and wondering how to calculate your car accident compensation amount. It may not be as simple as adding together the ...
Failure to Yield There is a responsibility for every driver to obey traffic laws. This includes yielding to motorists and pedestrians who have the right of way. Unfortunately, many drivers don’t follow the rules of the road. This, in turn, could endanger everyone in their vicinity. Failure-to-yield collisions are among ...
Overview According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 36,096 people were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes on U.S. roadways during 2019. This represents a 2.0-percent decrease from 36,835 fatalities in 2018, or 739 fewer fatalities. The estimated number of people injured on our roadways increased in 2019 ...
A 19-year-old Immokalee woman was killed after a crash on Corkscrew Road near Alico Road in Estero. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash happened on Corkscrew Road a mile east of Alico Road around 1:50 p.m. Troopers said a 24-year-old Immokalee man driving a sedan lost control and ...
A 39-year-old Cape Coral man died after his vehicle spun out and crashed into an oak tree, officials said. Officers with the Cape Coral Police Department said Jeremy Brendel was speeding southbound on Del Prado Boulevard after leaving the Bella Vida community around 10:40 p.m. As he sped towards a ...
A driver was killed following a rollover crash that happened on County Road 953, authorities said. According to police, the car was traveling east near West Elkcam Circle when the driver swerved into the grass. This caused the vehicle to flip, ejecting the driver. Emergency Services transported the driver to ...
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says one person was killed after a crash involving a school bus and a car. JSO said the crash happened in the 300 block of Lee Road in Jacksonville just before 2 p.m. According to a tweet from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, no children ...
