Tag Archives: Miami Car Accident Lawyers
Police Officer Unharmed In Rollover Crash
A Florida law enforcement officer escaped injury in a rollover crash in the Keys one early Saturday morning. The accident occurred when the officer’s vehicle was struck by an oncoming vehicle that had strayed into his lane; the impact caused the officer’s vehicle to flip over, but thankfully the officer did not suffer any… Read More »
Bus Stop Tragedy
A woman has lost her life in a tragic accident that took place while waited for her bus at a Hollywood bus stop. According to reports, an elderly man who was driving an SUV lost control of his vehicle and crashed into the bench at the bus stop. He hit three people, two of… Read More »
Car Accidents Can Happen – Even When You Aren’t Driving
One of the most exciting pieces of new technology today involves self-driving cars. For years, they have been shown in movies depicting the future, along with things like hover boards and time travel. Recently, however, they have become a reality. Companies like Ford and Toyota have been producing cars with automatic braking technology and… Read More »
Uninsured Motorist Coverage In Florida Is Optional Yet Recommended
In the State of Florida, driving without car insurance is illegal and yet an estimated 1 out of 5 floridians operate their motor vehicle everyday, uninsured. For the majority of individuals who are involved in a motor vehicle accident the issue of financial compensation for any injuries or damages sustained becomes pivotal to their… Read More »
Car Seat Safety
Just as you should never ride in a car without using your seatbelt, likewise as a parent you should never allow your child to ride in a vehicle without a proper child safety seat installed. The safety features in a car are designed for an average sized adult, and are simply not capable of… Read More »
Understanding Hit and Run Accidents in Florida
Victims of hit and run car accidents often suffer severe injuries that permanently change their lives. Hit and run accidents are particularly dangerous since it may take longer for victims to receive help for their injuries when a driver leaves the scene of the accident. In many cases, the driver who caused the accident… Read More »
Punitive Damages for Texting and Driving
It may not surprise Miami drivers to know that Florida is one of the most dangerous states in which to commute and drive. In South Florida, population density and aggressive drivers are just a few of the factors that cause accidents. Of course, distracted driving is also a common issue in many accidents, as… Read More »
Types of Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents are those that occur between a car and a pedestrian. These types of accidents can happen while pedestrians are walking, running or standing on the sidewall. There are many different type of pedestrian accident with different health and legal consequences for the driver and the pedestrian. The following includes a list of… Read More »
Uninsured Motorists: A Problem for Florida Drivers
No one wants to get in an accident. Accidents are dangerous, costly, and interrupt the lives of the victims. Unfortunately not wanting to get in an accident won’t prevent a Florida driver from going through such an ordeal. “At least,” you might say to yourself, “I have insurance and the person at fault has… Read More »
Florida’s Crashworthiness Doctrine
The crashworthiness doctrine, although often unknown to many, can certainly play a significant part in a car accident in Florida. The term crashworthiness refers to how a car’s design reacts to an accident. For example, windshield glass that is not shatterproof would perform poorly in a car accident because it would spray glass all… Read More »