Video surveillance tapes may be a boon to plaintiffs
The issue of proof surrounding who is at fault in Florida for a serious car accident is an important one because, without evidence of fault, an injured innocent party will have no recourse. In order to receive compensation for one’s damages, be they property damages or personal injuries, an accident victim has to demonstrate that […]
Do not underestimate the dangers of drowsy driving
Most people do not tend to think of drowsiness as something that can pose danger. They certainly do not place sleepiness into the same category as drug or alcohol impairment. However, missing a night’s sleep can have the same effects as a 0.1 percent BAC, noticeably over the legal limit of 0.08 percent. Less severe sleep […]
Why you should not avoid medical care after a car accident
Some people in Florida downplay the importance of getting medical treatment after a car accident. However, no immediately noticeable injury does not mean injury free. You may be able to walk away from your motor vehicle wreck and think you will be fine in a few days, but what is going on inside your body may tell […]
How to deal with aggressive drivers in Florida
Aggressive driving is just one of the hazards that can make your Florida commute unnecessarily dangerous. According to the AAA Safety Foundation, aggressive driving causes over half of the nation’s traffic fatalities. Recognizing and avoiding aggressive drivers can help you stay safe. Of course, any driver can turn into an aggressive driver, so monitoring your own […]
Available damages in a Florida car accident case
After a car accident, you have a lot to deal with. You need to get treatment for your injuries, figure out if you can return to work and handle insurance paperwork. At this time, you may get insurance representatives calling you trying to arrange a settlement. Why not just take their offer instead of continuing with […]
The most dangerous intersections in Broward County
Broward County may not be as heavily populated as Miami-Dade County, but with the tourist population, the roads can be especially dangerous. Local 10 News reports that one of the most dangerous intersections in South Florida is in Hollywood, at the intersection of U.S. 441 and Pembroke Road. Road work will continue in that area until 2019, […]
Car accidents and traumatic brain injury
While some people are lucky enough to walk away from car accidents with relatively minor injuries, many end up with long-lasting and even lifelong health consequences. Traumatic brain injury, which results from an impact to the brain, may occur during a crash. You may have suffered an impact even if you did not directly hit your […]
What makes commercial trucks so dangerous?
Large trucks figure prominently among the risks drivers encounter on Florida’s roads. Understanding the specific dangers trucks present as well as their causes can help motorists stay safer and avoid potentially serious accidents. A top mistake a driver can make is thinking of a big rig as just another car that happens to take up […]
What should you do after a car accident in Florida?
If you were the victim of a car crash in Florida, you likely face a lot of stress. You may worry about how you will pay your medical bills, whether your injuries will stop you from working and who can help you make the right decisions throughout this difficult period. Consulting a knowledgeable attorney can […]
Signs that a driver is drunk
Driving on the streets of Coral Springs is a necessity for many motorists. Many of them are not aware that they are sharing the roads with intoxicated drivers and at risk of involvement in drunk driving accidents. People who drink and drive are one of the biggest dangers on the roads today. Their driving actions […]
