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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
