While Florida law allows cyclists to use sidewalks, many bicyclists opt instead to use bike lanes, where they can travel more quickly without the risk of endangering pedestrians. Unfortunately, this means that cyclists are often more likely to be involved in a collision with a motorist. Dooring accidents, which occur…
Drunk drivers are probably the biggest hazard that motorists face on the road each holiday season. These drivers kill hundreds of people in late December and injure thousands more because they get behind the wheel after having too much to drink. If you were struck by a drunk driver, we…
A scalp laceration is a very serious injury, which many of our clients suffer when they are involved in a car accident. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, about 6 million people end up in the emergency room every year with lacerations. These cuts carry many complications, which…
Blindness or impaired vision are frequently cited as injuries suffered in car accidents. The human head is very vulnerable in a crash, and striking your head on something can easily hurt the eyes. Although some damage is reversible, other victims will suffer permanent vision problems that dramatically reduce the quality…
According to 7 News Miami, an elderly pedestrian was struck and killed when walking along 65th Street between East Fourth and Fifth Avenues. The accident happened Friday, September 18, 2020, at about 7:00 am. The man was 85-years-old and happened to be walking along the crosswalk when he was struck…
If you were injured by a drunk driver, then you should consider whether you can seek compensation. Driving while intoxicated is against the law, but it is also a civil wrong deserving of compensation. At Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein, our team has successfully brought multiple claims for drunk driving car…
Amputation is a relatively rare injury after a car accident, but it can be devastating and permanently alter a person’s daily experience. After losing a limb, a person can struggle to take care of their daily needs, including cooking, eating, bathing, or getting dressed. Doctors do not make the decision…
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…
