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5 Tips for Taking Useful Car Accident Photos

When you’ve been involved in a car accident, setting the scene can be an important part of your case. Pictures of the scene can be crucial evidence of any insurance or legal claim. That’s why you should follow these tips for taking useful car accident photos. Take Pictures as Soon as Possible You may be […]

Car Accidents Caused by Drowsy Driving

Drowsy Driving Prevention Week begins November 1, 2020, and is a good time to remember that drowsy driving is effectively impaired driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), every year, there are about 100,000 police-reported crashes that involve drowsy driving. These accidents result in more than 1,550 fatalities and 71,000 injuries. The […]

I Wasn't Wearing My Seatbelt Can I Recover for My Car Accident

Driving without a seatbelt is very dangerous and is illegal in Florida. Nobody’s perfect, however, and sometimes we don’t do the right thing in all circumstances. If you were injured in a car accident and you were not wearing your seatbelt, you may be concerned that you have no right to receive compensation for your […]

Understanding Motorcycle Accidents

With its beautiful weather and scenery, Florida is a great place to ride a motorcycle. Second to only California, Florida has more registered motorcycles than any other state in the nation. Unfortunately, Florida roads are not always safe for motorcyclists, and dozens are killed or injured in accidents every day. Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents […]

The Future of E-scooter Programs

Coronavirus is changing the way people travel around cities. Many people are seeking to avoid the close quarters posed by public transportation. E-scooters, by definition, allow for safe social distancing, and micro-mobility seems to be the wave of the future. Ridership of e-scooters has doubled during the pandemic in many cities. As a result, some […]

What Makes Bicycle-Car Collisions Different

Accidents involving bicycles and cars happen too frequently and can result in serious injuries. When a bicycle and a car collide, there are some important issues that arise that make these collisions different than typical car accidents. Serious Injuries Bicycle-car accidents frequently involve serious injuries, especially to the bicyclist. A bicyclist doesn’t have the outer […]

Could Fast-Tracked Coronavirus Vaccines be Dangerous

Experts have repeatedly warned that a fast-tracked coronavirus vaccine may endanger the safety of millions of people. However, President Trump has pushed for a vaccine to be approved quickly. Are these vaccines really receiving all of the required testings to ensure they are safe, or could these vaccines be dangerous to the public? And if […]

Do Bike Lanes Really Reduce Accidents

As cities across the country install more bike lanes on their streets, many wonder whether these bike lanes really protect bicyclists and reduce accidents. The point of bike lanes is to give cyclists a dedicated space where they can ride safely and coexist with vehicular traffic. However, there are mixed reviews when it comes to […]

Car Accidents and Elderly Drivers

Americans are healthier and living longer than ever before. Elderly drivers can be found all over the roadways in Florida. Some people continue to drive even when it is no longer safe for them to do so. In general, elderly drivers are safer because they are more likely to use seatbelts, observe speed limits, and […]

Does Bad Weather Excuse Bad Driving

We’re in the midst of hurricane season in Florida, and heavy rains are not uncommon. Anyone who has experienced bad weather on the road knows that many drivers don’t drive appropriately for the conditions. There are reasons bad weather leads to more car accidents. Drivers are obliged to always drive safely, even in inclement weather. […]