Women are at much greater risk than men of sustaining serious injuries in crashes, according to a recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Researchers found that women are from 37 percent to 73 percent more likely to be seriously injured in...
Avoiding an accident may require a split-second decision. A reckless driver could cross a double-line to make an illegal pass, following a path to a head-on collision. An oncoming driver might be able to avoid the crash by reacting quickly. Florida commuters that...
A car accident may result in a variety of injuries such as broken bones, head trauma or internal bleeding. In addition to physical health issues, it could take weeks, months or years to overcome the mental distress that a wreck caused. If you file a successful...
When you were out on the open roads, there is very little you can do to change the driving habits of those around you. When a reckless or negligent driver begins acting in a way that can cause catastrophic injuries, it is up to you to practice defensive driving...
A truck accident can instantly change your life. Because of the size and weight of these types of vehicles, they are capable of causing a significant amount of damage in an accident. If you were in this type of crash, it is likely you are experiencing first-hand the...
In many ways, technology makes your life better and easier. Different advancements can make you healthier, safer and more productive, and in vehicles, technology may actually reduce the chance of accidents. Newer cars and trucks are more likely to come with different...
When a driver is behind the wheel, his or her primary concern should be to drive cautiously and arrive safely at the destination. However, cellphones, in-car technology, and other factors can make that more difficult, as these things can take a driver’s attention....
There is no excuse for feeling stranded anymore if your car is out of commission or you want to enjoy an evening out without worrying about driving home. Ridesharing is a convenient and relatively affordable way to get where you need to go. With the help of an app on...
Pedestrians in Florida who become involved in an accident with a car are at much greater risk of serious bodily injury than if they were also inside a vehicle. Pedestrians do not benefit from the protection a car or truck will provide, which means they take on the...
A wreck with a commercial vehicle has the potential to devastate the life of everyone in your family. The road to recovery may be long and difficult, and the bills simply won't wait. That makes it particularly important to hold everyone liable for their share of the...
Imagine you are driving along minding your own business when a semi hits a median after crossing three lanes of traffic, blocking your lane. Unable to stop in time, you strike the truck’s cab with your much smaller vehicle. We don’t have to imagine that scenario because one of our clients lived it. Though he was unable to walk away from the crash without injury, we were able to help him walk away from the incident with a settlement that will make things easier for him and his family.