Distracted driving is a major problem in Florida, with the state highway patrol reporting nearly 40,000 crashes, 33,000 injuries and more than 200 deaths each year can be attributed to drivers who weren’t giving the road their full attention. As Fort Lauderdale car accident attorneys, we know that distraction comes…
As Fort Lauderdale car accident attorneys, we note that one of the most common causes of serious and fatal crashes is red-light running. Red-light cameras were born of the idea that because this action is so dangerous, there had to be a way to enforce the law, even if we…
Florida state troopers and local law enforcement agencies are bolstering their presence on Interstate-75 in April as part of the national “Staying Alive on I-75” initiative, which seeks to slash deaths by 15 percent along one of the nation’s longest highways. Dozens of fatal crashes occur along the highway every…
Wrong way accidents are one of the deadliest causes of collision on the nation’s highways. Many of these accidents occur near on-or off-ramps, where improper signage can mislead drivers; however, a substantial number of the accidents have also involved drunk drivers or drivers under the influence of narcotics or prescription…
March is the biggest month of the year for Florida motorcyclists. March 7 through the 16th is official “Bike Week” in Daytona and nationwide. With riders are eager to descend upon the city, now is the time to consider safety to prevent accidents and injuries on the road. Whether learning…
The recent case of Wright v. Turner, reviewed by the Oregon Supreme Court, centered on the issue of underinsured motorist coverage. Our Miramar car accident attorneys know that no matter what state you’re in, insurance companies will aggressively battle to reduce their liability. Ensuring that you receive the compensation you…
Many times when we talk about school bus accidents and related injuries, we are focused on the well-being of the children aboard the bus or who are on the ground in the vicinity. However, there are a fair number of cases in which other drivers and passengers – often in…
Car insurance is supposed to be a safety net, not only for those who purchase the policy, but for others on the road as well. There are underinsured and uninsured motorist benefits for those injured by an uninsured driver or an at-fault motorist who lacks adequate insurance. But in some…
A recent study showing a dramatic increase in the number traffic fatalities involving drivers who smoke marijuana is sure to provide ammunition to those opposing a constitutional amendment legalizing medical marijuana, which goes before Florida voters in November. Our West Palm Beach accident attorneys are experienced in handling the often…
Public health experts, safe driving advocates and insurance representatives in the UK have expressed their concern in a letter to the BMJ over young driver safety policies and called for “a frank and open public debate” on the issue. According to The Information Daily, government officials promised back in January…