Many first-time victims of car accidents wrongfully assume that filing for an injury claim will result in a fair settlement. The truth is that every case is different and it can take months, even years, before a final verdict is reached in court. The process isn’t as straightforward as you…
Don’t Run If you ever get involved in a car accident, the foremost rule of thumb is to stop at the scene. Human nature might urge you to flee, so you have to keep calm and prepare yourself to face reality. Whether you are at fault or not, leaving the…
Car accidents can cause thousands of dollars of damage, if not more, depending on the seriousness of the wreck. If you were involved in a bad collision, there are mistakes you absolutely should avoid committing. These mistakes can undermine your case and cause you to lose out on badly needed…
A recent collision between a school bus and dump truck in Miami raises an interesting question: who is responsible when a garbage truck and a school bus collide? Although many people believe school buses are never to blame, that is not true. Instead, we need to analyze each driver’s actions…
Car defects contribute to a surprising number of car accidents. A vehicle needs to work as expected, otherwise a motorist can quickly lose control and crash, especially when brakes are defective. From USA Today comes news that General Motors is recalling around 3.4 million vehicles because of brake problems. That…
From ABC 10 comes a disturbing story of a man who keeps having cars crash into his home. According to the story, Rogers Harold has lived in Miami Garden for years near a three-way stop that has no light. Fearing that motorists were going to crash into his home, he…
A clear majority of car accidents are caused by negligent drivers or defective automobile parts. However, defective road conditions can sometimes contribute to accidents, especially after bad weather events. A recent sinkhole that opened up in Hollywood in late July 2019 is a good example. At our firm, we do…
One common misconception we hear all the time is that a driver who rear-ends another vehicle is “always” at fault for the accident. That simply is not the case. In some situations, a driver will not be liable. Instead, the vehicle in front is to blame for the collision even…
Each year, thousands of Floridians die in car accidents. Knowing these 5 poor driving habits will help reduce this number, keeping us all safer. Remember, we all owe each other a duty to be as safe as possible while out on the road, so commit to reducing drunk, drugged, drowsy,…
Car accidents often leave drivers and passengers with serious injuries, including broken bones, burns, sprains, or nerve damage. If you have been injured, you will need immediate medical attention. Initially, you might use health insurance or pay out of pocket to receive care. But who is ultimately responsible for medical…
