Truck accidents are fortunately not among the most common traffic-related incidents in Florida, but they do tend to cause extreme devastation when they happen. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that there are around 9,640 crashes every year involving semis, 18-wheelers, delivery trucks, and other large commercial vehicles. More than…
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Will Florida Repeal “No-Fault” Laws for Car Accidents?
After years of debate, measures have moved forward in both chambers of the Florida legislature to repeal the state’s 50-year-old motor vehicle no-fault law. Senate Bill 54 has already passed, while companion House Bill 719 was approved in the committee stage on April 19, 2021. The proposed legislation has been…
Miami Car Accidents: Special Considerations for Pregnant Women
Driving is among the riskiest activities you do on a daily basis, but – unlike other things you avoid while pregnant – it is a necessity for personal and professional reasons. Unfortunately, while you are just as likely to be involved in a car accident as other Miami motorists, you…
Sources of Evidence When You are Transported From the Scene of a Miami Auto Accident
Car accidents continue to be a primary safety threat for motorists across the US, and the problem even hits close to home in Florida. According to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there are around 72,000 people hurt in auto collisions throughout South Florida, a figure that…
Right of Way Violations and Miami Car Accidents
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…
Six Things to Do After an Auto Crash in Heavy Miami Traffic
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…
Latest Safety Tech When Shopping for New 2021 Cars and Trucks
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…
South Florida Fatal Car Accident Trends and Statistics
Fatal car accidents are an unfortunately common tragedy across the US and Florida, and especially in large cities like Miami. According to the Annual Report 2018 prepared by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there were 2,917 deadly auto crashes that claimed the lives of 3,135…
Reasons Miami Car Accidents Increase Over the 4th of July
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) periodically assesses multiple holidays throughout the year to determine which are the most dangerous to be on the road, and its findings should be noted for the one coming up soon — the Fourth of July. In a Traffic Safety Facts publication on…
Paying Medical Bills After a Miami Car Accident
You do have legal remedies available after being hurt in a Miami car accident, including the option to seek compensation for your losses. In a particularly serious crash, you may be able to pursue the responsible driver’s insurance company by filing a claim. The objective is to recoup monetary damages…