If you’re afraid of driving on Interstate 95, you’re not paranoid. You have every right to fear driving on America’s most dangerous highway. Five years of highway fatality data have found that Florida’s 382-mile stretch of road is the most dangerous road in the country with the worst rate of […]
Category: Car Accidents
Car accidents are, by nature, potentially severe, as tons of metal collide at what is often a very high speed. If you are able to walk away with a few minor scrapes and scratches, you should consider yourself fortunate. If you have been injured, contact a Florida accident lawyer at […]
In Florida, the temperate climate, numerous tourist attractions, and size of the state all lead to more drivers than usual being out on the roads. One of the premier research agencies for the automotive aftermarket industry, ranks Florida third in the country with over 14.6 million licensed drivers. When living […]
A study by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine regarding the cost of crashes related to road conditions in the U.S. reveals some startling statistics. Nearly a third of all car accidents in the U.S. were related to poor road conditions, resulting in more than two million injuries […]
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): There were 738 total motor vehicle traffic fatalities in 2017 due to tire-related crashes. Properly inflating your tires can save you as much as 11 cents per gallon on fuel. Despite this, only 19 percent of consumers properly inflate their tires. […]
The holidays are approaching again, although many of us wish we had just a bit more time. Since we don’t, here are some tips for ensuring that your travel vehicle is in good condition, thereby avoiding any automobile-related problems that could potentially ruin your carefully planned holiday travel. The U.S. […]
As everyone excitedly waves goodbye to 2020 – the year forever associated with the outbreak of a global pandemic – one thing has become increasingly clear: The virus does not abide by an annual cycle. The calendar year is coming to a close, and the fiscal year has a few […]
Many people in Florida, as well as all other states, are using “dashcams” or dashboard-mounted cameras to record their driving. In many cases, individuals use the devices intending to obtain evidence for car accidents or traffic stops. Because of this, drivers may want to know: (1) whether it’s legal to […]
In Florida, the rules regarding accident reports are found within the Florida Statutes. There are two types of accident reports: (1) Long Form and (2) Short Form. These are known as a Florida Traffic Crash Report, Long Form, and a short-form crash report within the statutes. The information in these […]
Here’s the good news: in Florida, most personal injury settlements are not taxable by state law. Personal injury settlements are also generally not taxed by the federal government either. Nonetheless, tax law is quite complicated, and most people who are not trained in taxes or lax law are well-advised to […]
