Car accidents can be very devastating. They can destroy your vehicle, cause expensive and sometimes permanent injuries, and even lead to losing your job. These losses from the accident are “damages.” Damage is a legal term for the harm caused by an a...
We’ve all had a slip and fall in our lives. Sometimes we’re just clumsy. Other times, we weren’t watching where we were going. However, sometimes we have a slip and fall accident as the result of someone’s else’s negligence. In these cases, under Flo...
The most important thing for accident injury victims to understand is the insurance companies are not on your side. Even if you have the nicest insurance adjuster in the world, they are not in the business of protecting your interests. In fact, they...
No matter if you had a fender bender or were involved in a multi-vehicle pileup accident, you always want to contact the police. In fact, in the state of Florida if an accident causes $500 or more dollars in damages, you are legally required to repor...
Speeding is the number one cause of fatal car accidents. That is because when a vehicle’s velocity increases, so does the force of impact when it hits another vehicle. Speeding is also against the law, so if you prove the other driver was speeding,...
Insurance companies are not your friend. They are in the business to make money and they will do anything they can to protect their interests. After an accident, you will need to inform your insurance company. They will then schedule an insurance adj...
According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, around 2% of all auto accidents are caused by mechanical failure. Mechanical failure includes issues like acceleration malfunctions, brakes sticking, or the steering wheel locking....
Insurance companies are in the business of making money. They will go out of their way to avoid paying a fair settlement, even if it means spying on you. Insurance companies often hire private investigators to look into auto accident victims. These i...
If you were injured on the job, you are probably familiar with the worker's compensation process. You have gone through the necessary steps, and your worker's compensation claim was closed. When this happens, you may think that you don't have the ri...
When someone gets hurt on someone else's property, it can turn into a long and complicated matter, especially if the injured party and the property owner know each other. When there is no relationship, it often proves to be easier to be more objectiv...
Riding in a limousine usually turns out to be a pretty exciting time. However, accidents do still happen, and your fun night out can quickly turn into a nightmare. If you were injured in a limousine crash, here is what you should know. What Are Comm...
Have you ever been injured due to a defective product? Defective products have caused burns, cuts, bruises, and other serious injuries. More severe cases have resulted in death. When it comes to the products we use, it is important to understand the...
Have you ever wondered what some of the more common injuries following an auto collision are and how those injuries can affect you financially? Today, we will go over some of the more common injuries often sustained in a collision. Remember, the s...
Some of those bad driving habits you exhibit are not only risky but could also be illegal. Here are some risky driving habits to avoid so you can lessen your chances of being involved in an auto collision. If you are like many older drivers, your...
When it comes to driving, several distractions can take our eyes and attention off the road and ultimately result in a collision. So, where do certain distractions fall on the risk scale? Today we will take a closer look at car radios and the kind of...
If you are a parent with a young driver, your head is probably swimming in worry as they set out independently. Young drivers typically face a higher risk of being involved in a car accident than other drivers. Below, you will find some auto accident...
