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Florida Ranks 3rd Nationwide for Red-Light Running Accidents
A Florida car accident attorney explains what you need to know A recent study ranked Florida third nationwide for car accident fatalities caused by drivers who run a red light. The analysis was conducted by the National Coalition for Safer Roads and found that in Florida 84 people on average died each year in intersection...
Read MoreRare Roundabout Crash in The Villages Results in DUI Charge
Roundabouts have been shown to reduce car accident-related injuries and fatalities when they replace traffic signals, but crashes can still happen. Earlier this month, a 28-year-old man crashed a vehicle at the Warm Springs Avenue and Fenney Way roundabout, according to a Villages-News brief. Wildwood Police say the driver was stumbling around at the site...
Read MoreHit and run crashes are a problem in Florida
If you're driving in Tavares or anywhere in Florida and you get into an accident, the law says you're required to stay on scene and promptly report the crash to local law enforcement if it involves injuries, death, or at least $500 in vehicle or property damage. Aside from checking for any potential injuries, one...
Read MoreWater safety tips every parent needs to know
One of the best things about living in the Sunshine State is it stays warm enough throughout the year for you to go swimming pretty much whenever you want. In general, though, the weather from April to October is the best time of the year to enjoy swimming and other water activities. With that in...
Read MoreFlorida a hotspot for distracted driving
Faced with an increasing number of distracted driving accidents, Florida and many other states are cracking down on drivers who let distractions steal their attention away from the road. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month - a time when police departments step up enforcement to stop people from texting, eating, self-grooming, and partaking in other...
Read MoreHow are settlements and verdicts determined in personal injury cases?
If someone else's carelessness resulted in you being injured, you may be wondering how long it will take to settle your case. There are many factors that go into building a personal injury case, as well as the time it takes to resolve one. This can take several months, and sometimes years. Typically, The Law...
Read MoreProving A Premises Liability Claim In Florida
Every year, people in central Florida are hurt in premises liability accidents. These are accidents that occur on another person's property as the result of negligence. Examples include slip and falls, swimming pool accidents, elevator and escalator accidents and assaults that result from negligent security. If you were injured on someone else’s property in an...
Read MoreDo I need surgery after a car wreck?
In many cases, you may recover from a crash-related injury with long-term rest, pain medication, and physical therapy. Some injuries simply won't heal with minimal treatment or rest and require surgery. Severe injuries that require surgery are common in head-on collisions, high-speed rear-end collisions, T-bone crashes, and pedestrian accidents. If you sustained a severe injury...
Read MoreAuthor: Pedestrian deaths 'silent epidemic' in U.S.
The rising number of pedestrian deaths is a national crisis. Increased attention to the issue can help save lives, says the author of a new book. In “Right of Way: Race, Class, and the Silent Epidemic of Pedestrian Deaths in America,” journalist Angie Schmitt examines the 50 percent increase in U.S. pedestrian deaths over a...
Read MorePunitive Damages Possible For Distracted Driving Accidents In Florida
A Florida car accident attorney explains how this process works Distracted drivers wreak havoc on Florida’s roads and highways. More than 12 percent of all car accidents in Florida are caused by distracted drivers, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Agency (NHTSA). Specifically, distracted drivers cause an estimated 45,000 motor vehicle accidents each year...
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