Car Accidents

According to an article in the New York Times, more than half of the 17 million vehicles sold annually in the U.S. now have keyless ignitions. 28 people have died and 45 others have suffered carbon monoxide poisoning caused by push button ignitions, also known as keyless ignitions, since 2006. It […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), car crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens. Additionally, in 2017: 2,364 teens in the United States aged 16-19 were killed in motor vehicle crashes. About 300,000 were treated in emergency departments for injuries suffered in motor […]

The Florida Turnpike system operates throughout Florida and delivers drivers to various locations throughout the state. Much of the turnpike system consists of toll roads; drivers can purchase a SunPass that they can use to quickly navigate through the tolls at a relatively low cost. Florida has over 460 miles […]

Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage is a component of an auto insurance policy that provides coverage for you, the policyholder, when you are involved in an accident with someone who does not have insurance. Underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage is an addition to your auto insurance policy that protects you, the policyholder, […]

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 738 motor vehicle traffic fatalities in 2017 in tire-related crashes. Tire explosions are more common than you might expect, and with the warm weather and road conditions in Florida, the state sees more than its share. If you have […]

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you are likely experiencing a wide variety of emotions, depending on how recently the accident happened, how badly anyone was injured, and whose fault the accident was. In the immediate aftermath, you probably felt varying degrees of fear, anger, and relief. If […]