Whether you just got your driver’s license or have had it for years, there are some rules of the road that are so basic you will never forget. Come to a full stop on red, always use your turn indicator, never pass in a no-passing zone, and other regulations listed…
If you were injured in a car accident, your health care providers may engage in numerous different strategies to assist with the recovery process and ease your pain. However, besides undergoing surgery and taking pain medication, your doctor may recommend physical therapy to get you back to health. This continuing…
Being involved in a car accident is always frightening, but you could feel overwhelmed if the auto crash occurs in the heavy traffic of Miami streets. Unfortunately, these incidents are becoming more common. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the number of collision fatalities in urban areas…
You probably know that property owners have a duty to maintain their premises in a safe condition and free from reasonably foreseeable hazards. You might also be aware that there are limitations on this legal obligation. Under Florida law, property owners cannot be held liable in a lawsuit when a…
We live in an age of instant gratification, same-day delivery, and lightning-fast WiFi, so automakers do their best to keep the short attention spans of new car buyers when rolling out the latest model year. An August 27, 2020 article in US News & World Report discusses increased horsepower and…
There is no question that immediate medical care is at the forefront when treating a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Whether from a car accident, slip and fall, dangerous product, or other incident, your first priority as the victim’s loved one should be seeking emergency or urgent medical attention. However, as…
There is a popular view that Florida is home to a larger population of elderly individuals compared to other US states, and census data confirms this assumption. The state Department of Elder Affairs reports that more than a quarter of the state’s population is at least 60 years old, while…
Even though truck accidents are nowhere near as common as other motor vehicle collisions, they tend to be the most catastrophic incidents on the road. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), semis, 18-wheelers, and other commercial vehicles account for around 13% of all traffic deaths in the…
Many US states have taken action against the dangers of texting and driving by enacting statutes that make certain types of cell phone use illegal while a driver is operating a vehicle. Florida’s approach is contained within the Florida Ban on Texting While Driving Law, which took effect in July…
Autonomous automobiles have gained significant traction in the US in recent years. It is logical to assume that the same technology will lead to self-driving freight trucks traveling our nation’s highways. According to a recent article published by online news source Vox, it would seem that the future is now:…