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...
Due to its notoriety as a tourism destination and position as an import/export hub, Florida highways are busy year-round. Unfortunately, all of this traffic increases the odds of truck-involved traffic accidents. As a result, insurance claims for truck accidents are...
If you’re older and your balance isn’t what it used to be or if you’re a person of any age with mobility issues, you may not be able to keep yourself from falling if you slip or trip on something. You may take extra precautions, watch where you’re walking and perhaps...
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...
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...
Drunk driving is still a huge problem in Florida, even with the stringent measures to curb it. The law holds all road users to high standards; therefore, you can sue the at-fault driver for injuries and property damages caused by their reckless behavior. How to know...
As a cyclist in Florida, you do all you can to stay safe. You wear bright colors and reflectors. You ride in bike lanes. You have a helmet and try to keep up with the flow of traffic. Unfortunately, cyclists are at a high risk of being injured in crashes in Florida....
As we age, it becomes increasingly important to take measures to stay safe. One of the most common dangers that seniors face in Florida is slip, trip and fall accidents. These accidents can cause severe injuries and, in some cases, even death. 1. Clean up clutter One...
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...
If you are involved in a car accident that takes place in Florida, you may experience a variety of injuries. For example, you may receive cuts, scratches or other minor abrasions after making contact with seats, windows or other surfaces inside of the car. You may...