Drunk drivers continue to cause too many accidents on Florida’s roads and highways. Fortunately, our own Senator Rick Scott has some innovative ideas for using technology to combat the problem. He has introduced legislation called the RIDE Act, which stands for Reduce Impaired Driving for Everyone. This law would mandate…
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,…
Most people understand that when a negligent driver hits them, they can sue for compensation. But what happens when it is the road itself that is the hazard to blame for an accident? Many roads and intersections in Florida are poorly designed, and the results are tragic. A recent accident…
Many people ride public transportation to get to work, run errands, or attend school. If you have been injured as a passenger, then you might be able to receive compensation. However, you will need to take several steps to protect your rights. At Dolan Dobrinsky Rosenblum Bluestein, we have extensive…
Rear end collisions have a reputation for being minor “fender-benders.” However, rear-end collisions result in around 1,700 fatalities each year according to the National Transportation Safety Board. Another 500,000 people are injured every year. With numbers like these, anyone involved in a rear-end collision should seek out immediate medical help….
According to the Insurance Information Institute, a staggering 26.7% of Floridians do not have car insurance. When these drivers collide with pedestrians or other motorists, they often flee the scene knowing that they have no way to pay out compensation to injured victims. Fortunately, those injured have some options for…
Commercial trucks are big vehicles. Under federal regulations, they can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, which is 20-40 times heavier than many passenger vehicles. Unsurprisingly, these commercial trucks can cause horrific injuries when they slam into smaller vehicles. What are the most common reasons for truck accidents? Helpfully, the federal…
A devastating truck accident in early January has raised concerns about the driving skills of commercial truck drivers. The accident killed the driver, another trucker, and five children in a fiery crash that took place on Interstate 75 near Gainesville. According to media reports, 59-year-old Steve Holland veered into a…
In July, we wrote about an accident involving the Brightline train system and its history of collisions. Unfortunately, another accident has recently occurred, this one leaving a woman in critical condition. As reported by the Miami Herald, a woman was badly injured in a collision in the middle of October…
