Whiplash is One of the Most Common Injuries in Accident Claims You may sustain many injuries during an accident, but one of the most common is whiplash. In fact, over two million Americans suffer from whiplash each year. It is a common misconception that whiplash is a minor injury. That… Continue reading Whiplash is One of the Most Common Injuries in Accident Claims
Continue ReadingWhat is the Cost of a Spinal Cord Injury?
A spinal cord injury occurs any time the spinal cord or the nerves surrounding the spinal column become damaged. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC), approximately 282,000 Americans currently suffer from trauma due to spinal cord damage. A spinal cord injury will not only cause you immense… Continue reading What is the Cost of a Spinal Cord Injury?
Continue ReadingThe Dangers of “Hugging” the Curb for Florida Bicyclists
Many of us ride our bicycles in Florida not just to take advantage of the state’s balmy weather, but to get exercise, or to get to and from work. Unfortunately, anyone who has spent a decent amount of time on Florida’s roads as a cyclist is probably aware of the… Continue reading The Dangers of “Hugging” the Curb for Florida Bicyclists
Continue ReadingWhich Bones are More Susceptible to Injury in a Car Accident?
Car accidents can and do cause a wide range of injuries, but broken bones are amongst the most common. Unfortunately, just because they occur at a relatively high rate does not make them any less painful, debilitating, or expensive to treat. It is, however, often possible for car accident victims… Continue reading Which Bones are More Susceptible to Injury in a Car Accident?
Continue ReadingThe Dangers of Dooring Accidents
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… Continue reading The Dangers of Dooring Accidents
Continue ReadingCan Technology Prevent Drunk Driving Accidents?
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… Continue reading Can Technology Prevent Drunk Driving Accidents?
Continue ReadingDrunk Driving Surges Over the Holidays
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… Continue reading Drunk Driving Surges Over the Holidays
Continue ReadingScalp Lacerations from a Car Accident
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… Continue reading Scalp Lacerations from a Car Accident
Continue ReadingEye Injuries in Car Accidents
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… Continue reading Eye Injuries in Car Accidents
Continue ReadingCar Wrecks and Vocal Cord Paralysis
The voice box contains two muscles known as “vocal cords.” These cords vibrate, which creates a person’s voice. Unfortunately, some car accidents can damage the cords or otherwise result in vocal cord paralysis. A person could strike their throat on the steering wheel or have the shoulder belt strangle them,… Continue reading Car Wrecks and Vocal Cord Paralysis
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