Roughly 3,112 people in Florida were killed in car collisions during 2017, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), versus 37,133 people killed in the entire U.S. Florida’s rate of deadly traffic accidents per 100,000 population is 14.83, much higher than the overall U.S. rate of 11.40. There were 166,628 crashes in which …
Florida Statutes defines reckless driving as “Any person who drives any vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property,” or using a vehicle to run from any law enforcement officer. The statutes leave the definition open to the discretion of the officer, which means that you might think the person …
Road Rage Causes Serious Situations that Can Lead to Serious Injuries Aggressive behavior on Florida’s roadways causes accidents that are often catastrophic to drivers and passengers alike, usually because these accidents tend to occur at high speeds. To prevent and punish drivers for this dangerous and careless behavior, Florida has a road rage statute that …
Driving Under the Influence of CBD in Florida When it comes to substances that can affect a driver’s performance on the road, alcohol is the one that comes to mind first. After all, alcohol is responsible for over 5,000 crashes a year in the state of Florida, with hundreds of those accidents being fatal. But …
Rear End Car Crashes are Common, which come with some Common Rear End Accident Injuries For most Americans who do not live in a large metropolis, having a car is a necessity. But there are certain safety risks that come along with driving a motor vehicle. While you do everything you can to be safe …
Keeping Your Vehicle In Good Shape Could Keep Your Family Safe Vehicle maintenance is crucial to keeping you, your family, and the people around safe on Florida’s roads. In combination with defensive driving, ensuring that your vehicle is well-maintained can prevent breakdowns and other system failures that may lead to a serious car accident. While …
What kind of damages can you be compensated for after an accident or injury? For any car accident victim, understanding the legal process can be difficult, but it’s important to understand what rights and options exist when pursuing compensation. This means knowing what damages you may be entitled to if you were harmed by negligence. …
Yes, you can develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after a car accident. Car accidents can be terrifying and leave an emotional and physical mark on your life. While physical wounds may heal over time, emotional pain can take years and lifelong coping strategies to heal. If you have been in a car accident, and you …
As we age into our golden years, driving can become more dangerous. Following some basic tips can help keep you safe. As our population lives longer, people are able to enjoy extended, full lives. The US life expectancy is about 80 years, but people are routinely living well into their 80s or 90s. Furthermore, more …
While we are proud to call Fort Myers home, we are also more than happy to help injured people living anywhere in the Sunshine State. In fact, we’ve even been known to travel all around the country just to meet our clients’ needs.
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