In Florida, “fender bender” describes a minor car accident, but there’s no specific legal definition for it in state law. These accidents can include being hit from behind at a low speed, swerving into another vehicle with minimal contact, or a parking lot nudge. Despite their minor nature, all fender… Continue reading Hidden Risks of Florida Fender Bender Accidents
Continue ReadingHit-and-Run Accidents in Florida: Legal and Insurance Guidelines
At Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein, our car accident lawyers regularly represent victims of hit-and-run car accidents. These accidents present unique challenges. The difficulty for victims lies in the absence of the perpetrator, which adds to the distress of the accident. Hit-and-run accidents are a significant issue in Florida. Statistics by… Continue reading Hit-and-Run Accidents in Florida: Legal and Insurance Guidelines
Continue ReadingMultiple-Vehicle Crashes and Securing Compensation in Florida
If you’ve been involved in a multiple-car crash in Florida, you’re likely facing a situation more complex and chaotic than a typical car accident. In these crashes, the chances of severe injuries increase due to multiple points of collision. Together with your own injuries and vehicle damage, you might find… Continue reading Multiple-Vehicle Crashes and Securing Compensation in Florida
Continue ReadingHigh Costs, High Expectations, and the Wrongful Deaths in Nursing Homes
When families in Florida choose a nursing home for their loved ones, they expect nothing less than exceptional care, especially given the high costs involved. A private room in a nursing home can cost nearly $100,000 per year, a price that should mean round-the-clock attention and care. Unfortunately, the reality… Continue reading High Costs, High Expectations, and the Wrongful Deaths in Nursing Homes
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Legal Recourse in Florida’s Traffic Light Violation Accidents
In August, Florida observed ‘Stop on Red Week,’ an initiative held each year to raise public awareness of the dangers of disregarding red traffic signals. Sadly, the message doesn’t appear to be getting through. 28% of US drivers admit to running red lights and US deaths from red light running… Continue reading Understanding Legal Recourse in Florida’s Traffic Light Violation Accidents
Continue ReadingTips for Taking Photos After a Car Accident
Car accidents are extremely traumatic events. Unfortunately, they are also very common in Miami and throughout Florida. After a crash, you will feel upset, stressed, and perhaps even confused. You may not know the exact steps to take to protect your rights or what to do next. One of the… Continue reading Tips for Taking Photos After a Car Accident
Continue ReadingWhat Florida’s Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine May Mean for Your Auto Accident
If you are injured in an auto accident in Florida, you typically need to first seek personal injury protection benefits under your own “no-fault” insurance policy. But if you suffer more serious injuries, you are able to go beyond the scope of your insurance and file a personal injury claim… Continue reading What Florida’s Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine May Mean for Your Auto Accident
Continue ReadingThe Five Most Common Types of Fatal Car Accidents
While it is something no one wants to think about, fatal car accidents are more common than people think. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there were nearly 4,000 fatal car accidents in Florida in 2021. Of course, not all car crashes are going to result in… Continue reading The Five Most Common Types of Fatal Car Accidents
Continue ReadingWhat Causes Jackknife Truck Accidents?
Jackknife accidents are a type of accident specific to semi-trucks and tractor-trailers that occur when the cab and trailer portion of a truck begin moving independently of each other, with the trailer pivoting at the hitch point, creating a 90 degree angle. These types of truck accidents are extremely serious,… Continue reading What Causes Jackknife Truck Accidents?
Continue ReadingSuffering From a Headache After an Accident?
Headaches after an accident in which a victim strikes his or her head are extremely common. Unfortunately, besides being painful and debilitating, they can also be a symptom of a more severe injury. The only way to diagnose and begin treating these symptoms is to identify the cause by obtaining… Continue reading Suffering From a Headache After an Accident?
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