Blog: Car Accidents
- What is Contributory Negligence and Does It Apply in Florida?
Oct 16, 2018
Determining who’s at fault in an accident is critically important. This is especially true when someone is injured. The answer, however, is not always black and white. Often, there are a confluence of circumstances that contribute to an accident event, sometimes with different parties sharing portions of the blame. For example, if someone crosses the street outside of a clearly marked crosswalk, while a “Do Not Walk” signal is flashing, and is then struck...Read More - 5 Tips to Stay Safe When Riding a Motorcycle
Jul 9, 2018
The wind in your hair. The open road. A sense of freedom that leaves the grind of everyday life behind in the dust. This is how many enthusiasts describe the experience of riding a motorcycle. The flip-side of this beautiful picture is that motorcycles are dangerous. It’s seemingly the first thing someone says when the subject comes up, but it’s true. In fact, motorcycle deaths occur But if you’re born to ride...Read More - How Older Americans Can Protect Themselves When Driving This May
May 16, 2018
As we age, it can become increasingly more difficult to drive. There are both mental and physical impairments that affect us. Unfortunately, research studies from the AARP tell us that seniors are specifically impacted by conditions including the worsening of eyesight, slower reaction times and loss of hearing. Physical impairments like these can reduce our ability to react timely to sudden situations. While all of these can certainly be the cause of...Read More - Is Drowsy Driving as Dangerous as Drunk Driving?
Mar 21, 2018
Driving while drowsy is extremely dangerous. While most people are aware of the dangers of driving while intoxicated, many people tend to overlook how serious drowsy driving can be. Even without consuming alcohol, you can become a risk to yourself and others. This type of driving occurs more frequently than you may expect. For example, imagine you are in the final stretch of a long car ride home. Rather than pulling into...Read More - Can Anything Happen to Me Criminally If I’ve Lost My Driver’s License?
Dec 10, 2017
When you lose your driver’s license, time is of the essence. Start by retracing your steps. Think about where you were when you last remember having your license with you, who was with you and what you were doing. This will help you remember if you dropped your driver’s license when you were at the bar on Friday night, left it at the ATM or you have simply misplaced it. Next, revisit where you...Read More