Personal Injury
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), a non-profit organization located in Washington, DC, 2020 had the biggest ever annual increase in the rate at which motorists struck and killed pedestrians. So, what exactly drove this increase? It is believed that drunk and drugged driving, speeding, and distraction, which were rampant on U.S…. Read More »
Is The Driver Who Makes A Left Turn Always To Blame In An Accident?
When an accident involving a driver who made a left turn occurs, it’s almost always assumed that the left-turning driver is to blame. This is primarily because most accidents involving a driver who made a left turn in Florida occur because left-turning drivers ignore right-of-way laws. Indeed, no one in specific has the right… Read More »
How Long Will My Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Case Take?
After suffering injuries in a Fort Lauderdale accident because of another party’s negligence, you might be eligible to recover compensation. Recovering compensation after suffering a personal injury is quite important as compensation can help you get your life back on track. The payment a personal injury victim obtains after filing a personal injury claim… Read More »
Speeding And Car Accidents
According to the NHTSA, speeding has been involved in approximately one-third of all motor vehicle fatalities for more than twenty years. In 2019 alone, speeding killed 9,478 people, contributing to 26% of all traffic fatalities. This means that in 2019 alone, an average of 25 people died in speeding-related accidents every day. According to… Read More »
Pregnancy And Car Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are one of the biggest threats to pregnant mothers and their unborn children. Regardless of how far along you are in your pregnancy, make sure you see a doctor as soon as possible after a car accident. Even if you feel fine after your accident, ensure you see a doctor because… Read More »
Signs Your Personal Injury Attorney Is Not Doing A Good Job
After suffering injuries in an accident because of someone else’s fault, it is only right that you take the necessary steps to ensure they compensate you for your injuries and damages. After an accident, a personal injury attorney can help you take the necessary steps to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. However,… Read More »
4 Myths About Florida Truck Accident Claims
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), in 2019 alone, more than 5000 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes. This was a 2% increase from the previous year and a 43% increase since 2010. In the same year, more than 115,000 large trucks were involved in accidents resulting in an injury, a 5%… Read More »
10 Personal Injury Terms You Need To Know
Sometimes, understanding some of the words or phrases personal injury attorneys use can be challenging, especially for someone with no law background. But, as much as clients can leave the technical parts of personal injury cases, including legal jargon, to personal injury attorneys, there are some terms and phrases personal injury victims should acquaint… Read More »
FLHSMV’s Road Trip Checklist And Safety Tips
Road trips are fun and excellent ways of bringing families closer, but the bad news is that apart from road trips being fun and an excellent way for families to bond, a road trip exposes you to many dangers. However, the good news is that you can minimize risks with the help of a… Read More »
Florida Wide Right Turn Truck Accidents
Unfortunately, because of the size and weight of large trucks, truck accidents usually result in severe injuries or death. According to the NSC, in 2019, 118,000 large trucks were involved in accidents resulting in an injury. In the same year, the NSC estimates that over 5,000 people died in large-truck crashes. One common type… Read More »
