November 23, 2021

Unfortunately, Thanksgiving weekend sees some of the highest rates of auto accidents on roads across the country, compared to all other weekends throughout the year. This increase in auto accidents can be attributed in part to the heavy traffic during the weekend, as millions of people will drive across town, several towns over, or even to another state to visit…

November 20, 2021

While the holiday season of Thanksgiving through the New Year is meant to be a time of celebration, the festivities can be quickly cut short due to a car accident. Unfortunately, the holidays tend to see greater numbers of auto accidents compared to other times of the year. There are several reasons why car accident rates increase during the holidays.…

October 5, 2021

With a combination of long, wide roads and year-round warm weather, Broward County is home to many motorcycle riders. Florida ranks near the top of all states in motorcycle registrations. However, Florida also ranks near the top as well for motorcycle accidents. In 2019 alone, there were 657 motorcycle crashes in Broward County, resulting in 541 injuries and 30 fatalities.…

October 1, 2021

One of the first things that motor vehicle accident lawyers would suggest you do after being involved in a crash is to take photos of the accident scene. Documenting the scene with photos or video can provide incontestable evidence for a later motor vehicle accident claim. Fortunately, today most people have smartphones that take high-quality photos and videos. This means…

September 6, 2021

College is one of the most exciting times in a student’s life. College students have the opportunity to undertake advanced study, make new friends, and learn to become more independent. But young people face many different risks of accidents on their college campuses. Below are some of the most common examples of accidents that students may be involved in while…

September 4, 2021

If you have been involved in a car accident and you determine that the accident only resulted in minor property damage or minor injuries that don’t require medical attention, you may wonder whether you need to report the accident to the authorities. As a driver, you need to understand what your legal obligations are in the event you are involved…

August 5, 2021

A recent study published by researchers at Virginia Tech has found that driver fatigue represents one of the most common causes of motor vehicle accidents.  Virginia Tech Study Reveals Significant Dangers Posed by Fatigued Driving A student from the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute concluded that as many as 20 percent of car accidents are caused by driver fatigue. Most previous…

August 4, 2021

Unfortunately, bike riders are at serious risk of injuries in an accident, particularly a collision with a motor vehicle. Although helmets and other protective equipment can reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries, many riders end up suffering temporary or permanent disabilities from a bicycle accident. Below are some of the most common injuries suffered by riders in bike…

July 30, 2021

Pedestrian accidents, unfortunately, result in numerous fatalities every year. In the last decade, Florida experienced nearly 6,000 pedestrian deaths. Even when a pedestrian accident doesn’t result in death, the affected pedestrian is often left with serious or disabling injuries.  While pedestrian accidents take place throughout the year, accident rates tend to increase during the summer months. There are a few…

July 15, 2021

Florida ranks near the top among all states in rates of motor vehicle accidents, even factoring in Florida’s larger population. The large number of accidents also means numerous injuries and fatalities from car crashes in Florida. But why are the reasons for so many car accidents in Florida? Florida Car Accident Statistics Florida experiences on average a little under 1,000…