After you get into a bad motor vehicle accident, chances are you will have medical bills to pay. A settlement is generally paid to help cover the medical bills of those involved in the accident, as well as to assist with expenses related to vehicle damage. However, it...
Car Accidents
Can an attorney help you get better results after a car accident?
A Florida car accident can leave you feeling traumatized and overwhelmed. You might feel unsure about what to do next or how to get the medical care and compensation you deserve. People do not go through a car accidents often, and accident victims can benefit from...
Who is liable after a rental car accident in Florida?
Renting a car can be a great way to get around Florida, especially when you are on vacation or taking a business trip. However, an accident can happen at any moment, whether it is your fault or someone else's. On top of the physical and emotional toll, the cost of...
The dangers of driving with an unrestrained dog
People often consider sobriety, text messages and speed as factors in auto wrecks. Another element that deserves more recognition is the presence of an unsecured dog. Driving with loose tail-waggers creates a problem everywhere. That said, 56 percent of all Florida...
Florida’s pure comparative negligence law
The vast majority of traffic accidents in Florida and around the country are caused by some sort of human error, and sometimes more than one driver is at fault. In Maryland, North Carolina, Alabama, the District of Columbia, and Virginia, drivers who are injured in...
What if I get into an accident with someone else’s car?
If you get into an accident while driving someone else's car, it is essential to take specific steps to protect yourself and the car owner. Communication with the car's owner will help prevent legal problems. Do not panic after a car accident with someone else's...
Consequences of reckless driving in Florida
Reckless drivers harm thousands of people in Florida annually. Florida statute 316.192 defines reckless driving as any action by a driver that puts others at risk. If convicted, the charge stays on your record for 75 years. A driver can be fined up to $500 the first...
What to do if you are hit by a negligent driver in Florida
Getting involved in a car accident in Florida can be the most unnerving experience one could ever have. Besides the fatal injuries you might sustain, the trauma, which may last for years, can prevent you from leading a normal life. If you've been hit by a negligent...
How you can show exactly what happened in a car crash
Determining fault after a motor vehicle collision can be a complex process. Police officers have to talk to everyone involved in a motor vehicle collision and also interview any witnesses to determine what caused the crash. If everyone tells the truth, the process of...
What should Florida drivers know about no-fault coverage?
Car insurance rules confuse people, in part because they are different in every state. If you didn't attend driver's education in Florida, you may not fully understand how the insurance system here operates even though you have a Florida policy. Even those who have...