Car Accidents Blog Posts:

Road Rage Incident Leaves One Person Seriously Hurt In North Fort Lauderdale

According to the Florida Highway Patrol a person has been hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being deliberately hit, while driving, by a vehicle in a road rage incident. Florida Highway Patrol Lt. Alvaro Feola stated that the incident occurred on the exit ramp from southbound Interstate 95 to Copans Road. In a preliminary investigation it […]

Florida Appeals Court Finds Restaurant Didn’t Undertake Duty to Prevent Drunk Driving – De La Torre v. Flanigan’s Enterprises, Inc. Florida Appeals Court Finds Restaurant Didn’t Undertake Duty to Prevent Drunk Driving – De La Torre v. Flanigan’s Enterprises, Inc.

In some jurisdictions, bars or even social hosts face liability for providing alcohol to a person who subsequently causes an automobile accident while intoxicated.  In Florida, however, bars and restaurants are only liable if they willfully and unlawfully serve or provide alcohol to a person who is under the legal drinking age or if they […]

Accident on Atlantic Boulevard In San Marco Stops Traffic

Law enforcement officials reported a traffic accident on Atlantic Boulevard in San Marco that left two people critically injured. According to the news release by authorities, a vehicle ran a red light and caused a crash that escalated into a two-vehicle collision. The crash sent two people to the hospital and caused serious traffic delays […]

Officer Hospitalized After Running Over Debris On North Ocean Boulevard In Fort Lauderdale

Officials reported that a police officer has been involved in a car accident on North Ocean Boulevard. Reports confirmed the crash happened when the officer ran over debris with his patrol motorcycle. The accident occurred along North Ocean Boulevard near Northeast 27th Street intersection. Authorities said, the officer attempted to stop a vehicle near Northeast […]

Car Accidents FAQ:

How Long Does A Car Accident Claim Take To Settle in Naples, FL?

The time it takes your Florida car accident claim to settle depends on a number of factors. The following can influence the length of time it takes a car accident claim to settle and the claimant to get paid: The cause of the accident The severity of the injuries and property damage The insurance companies […]

To Get A Settlement Check How Long Does It Take To Get A Settlement Check From A Car Accident In Florida?

How long it takes to get a settlement check from a car accident depends on the strength of your case and whether you settle out of court or file a lawsuit. It also depends on how large your case is, which insurance company handles the claim, and the nature and extent of your injuries. You may […]

If a Person Dies from a Car Accident Can a Claim Still Be Pursued If a Person Dies from a Car Accident?

In Florida, if a person dies from a car accident, the family can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party responsible for their family member’s death. If the accident victim survived the accident, filed a personal injury claim for their injuries, but later died from their injuries, the lawsuit will convert to a […]

Do You Have To Go To Court For A Car Accident in Orlando, FL?

Whether or not you will have to go to court for a car accident depends entirely on how your case plays out. Many times, our clients receive a fair settlement from the insurance company without ever having to step foot inside the courtroom. The primary factors that impact whether you will have to go to […]