Category: Car Accidents

Punitive damages are available in a Florida car accident case, but they are awarded in very specific circumstances. Unlike compensatory damages, which aim to cover the victim’s actual losses, punitive damages are meant to punish particularly reckless or egregious behavior by the defendant and deter similar conduct. Florida law allows…

Intersections are common hotspots for accidents. According to Florida right-of-way laws, drivers approaching an intersection must yield to any vehicle already in the intersection and pedestrians crossing the street. You should only proceed once the road is clear, ensuring everyone’s safety.  In Florida, right-of-way laws dictate who has the legal…

While Florida is a beautiful state, its reputation for car accidents is far from pretty. Surveys show that Florida consistently ranks as one of the worst states for traffic crashes. One study based on data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) ranked three Florida cities among the top…

The best time to contact an attorney after an accident in Florida is immediately after the crash. You don’t want to risk receiving a low settlement or having your claim denied, and a Florida car accident lawyer can help you recover maximum compensation for your losses.   Contents1 What Are…

A driver who changes lanes without checking first to be sure the adjacent lane is clear can cause a car accident that results in serious injuries. Improper lane changes lead to many collisions and side-swipe accidents. The Insurance Information Institute reports 6.6 percent of all fatal crashes in 2019 involved…

Did you recently get hurt in a Florida motor vehicle accident? Are you wondering if a pre-existing condition might affect your ability to recover compensation for your injuries? The short answer is yes. A pre-existing condition could make your claim more challenging, but demanding a fair recovery is still possible….

Vehicle manufacturers design crash protection systems, such as airbags and seat belts, to work for adults. As a result, young children need to sit in specially designed car or booster seats to protect them in a crash. Florida car seat laws requires parents and guardians to ensure their children sit…

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, it is not uncommon to feel pain and discomfort right away. In some instances, though, symptoms might not present themselves right away due to shock or the adrenaline rush you experienced after the crash. Some conditions simply take time to become painful….

There are certain situations where drivers who are involved in a car accident will have completely different stories that they will tell their insurance companies or lawyers, making it difficult to tell who is actually at fault. Traffic accident reports are some of the best weapons that you can employ…

In Florida, you have 14 days after the accident to seek treatment from a hospital, emergency room, urgent care, etc. If you do not seek treatment, you may lose your right to file a PIP claim. If you wait longer than 14 days, your insurance company may deny your claim….