Drivers react in different ways when they see a yellow light. Some try to speed up to ensure that they get through the intersection before the signal turns red. Others slam on the brakes to stop quickly. Still, others drive on indecisively for some seconds, and then often speed up or slow down with sudden […]
Read MoreIt is vitally important to get a thorough medical exam of your body after you’ve been in a car accident. And it can be almost just as important to get a thorough exam of cars involved as well. An inspection can reveal a lot about what happened before, during, and after a collision. Ultimately, an […]
Read MoreOur society is so dependent on cars that we lose sight of how dangerous these vehicles can be. The average vehicle on American roads weighs over 4,000 pounds. The force of impact when a heavy vehicle hits another object—even at a relatively low speed—can cause tremendous injuries. Manufacturers are always looking for ways to make […]
Read MoreMost drivers know that if they fail to maintain their vehicles properly, they run a greater risk of being involved in a car accident. So we take our vehicles into licensed repair shops for regular service. And when we notice a problem, we schedule a special repair. The automotive repair and maintenance industry in Florida […]
Read MoreWhen you are in an auto accident with a student driver who has not yet earned a license, your situation is complicated. Can the driver be held to the same standard as licensed drivers? If not, then who’s responsible? The driving school? A parent? Do you, as the victim, have to cover all the losses […]
Read MoreIf you or a loved one was involved in a car accident in Fort Lauderdale yesterday, you may find yourself searching for answers to a number of questions. Who is the insurance adjuster that keeps calling you? Who is going to pay for the damage to your car? Who will pay for your medical bills […]
Read MoreA statute of limitations is a time limit in which you must file your lawsuit. If you don’t file your lawsuit within the statute of limitations, you lose your right to file the lawsuit. For many car accident victims, a lawsuit isn’t always the first task that comes to mind. While seeking proper medical care […]
Read MoreMany people that have been injured in a car accident hesitate to make a claim against the at fault party because the claim will take too long to get settled. However, some car accident cases get settled very quickly, and others will take longer to get resolved. What many people don’t realize is that car […]
Read MoreCar insurance companies and attorneys who handle many auto accident cases know that most car crashes are caused by a combination of factors. For example, one driver may be distracted momentarily while the other is driving erratically due to impairment by drugs or alcohol. Or, a crash may occur after a sleepy driver fails to […]
Read MoreWe often think of a sunny day as being the ideal time for driving to our next destination. But studies show that your risk of being involved in a life-threatening car accident can be 16% higher in bright sunlight than in other weather conditions. Why? And what can you do to protect yourself and reduce […]
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