Category Archives: Car Accidents
What to Do if You Are Injured by A Driver Who Did Not Secure Their Cargo.
According to Florida law, all drivers are responsible for maintaining and securing all cargo on (or attached to) their respective vehicles, while on the roadways. Therefore, if an injury results from unsecured cargo that causes an accident on the road, negligence is typically presumed. To illustrate, suppose you are driving in your car northbound… Read More »
Important Reminders for the Fourth of July
Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July, is the day where we declared that the thirteen colonies of America were no longer subject (and subordinate) to the monarch of Britain, King George III, making us the free and independent country we are today. Independence Day is commonly associated today with fireworks, parades, barbecues, picnics,… Read More »
Tragic Accident Near The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport in Manatee County.
On Monday, June 21, a fatal car crash took the lives of two people and injured five others, near the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. According to local news sources, one of the vehicles involved in the crash was pulling out of a parking lot turning onto U.S. 41, when two other vehicles smashed into… Read More »
Why My Doctor Won’t See Me After a Car Accident
Why My Doctor Won’t See Me After a Car Accident! I was just injured in a car accident and now my primary care physician won’t see me after my car accident. Why won’t they see me and what do I do? At first you may be confused, nervous, scared or even worried about why… Read More »
Auto insurance law in Florida is fundamentally changing. Here is what all Florida drivers should know:
What is the PIP system? If you have an auto insurance policy, you may have heard the term “PIP” before. Florida PIP (also known as personal injury protection) coverage has played a critical role in allowing injured parties involved in auto accidents to pay their medical bills. For example, if driver A was involved… Read More »
Psychological Injuries Are Possible Following Sarasota Accidents
Serious car accidents can be life-changing events. Traumatic crashes can lead to physical injuries, such as fractures and back sprains, but physical injuries are not the only types of injuries that are possible. Unfortunately, many suffer from psychological effects as well. Some find themselves coping with Acute Stress Disorder (ASD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD),… Read More »
How Much Will An Insurance Adjuster Offer?
After a Florida car accident, you may have dealt with an insurance company on your own if there were no injuries involved. The process may have been smooth when you were simply receiving a financial amount needed to fix your vehicle. But, when an accident results in physical injuries, the process can be a… Read More »
Is My Sarasota Car Totaled?
Assessing your health is the first priority after a Florida collision. Then, assuming you were not harmed physically, it is likely you will begin to worry about damage to your vehicle. After all, people use their cars every day for errands, work, and family commitments. Often, cars can be repaired after a crash. But… Read More »
What If I Was Hit by an Uber or Lyft in Sarasota?
There are a lot of ridesharing companies in Florida, such as Uber and Lyft, and they provide a service many enjoy. After all, ridesharing apps are a convenient option for individuals who do not have a car and want an alternative to public transportation. In other situations, car owners choose to use an Uber… Read More »
Florida Car Crashes and Disc Injury Compensation
Many car accidents, in Florida and around the world, cause back and neck injuries. Some of these injuries are sprains and strains, and disc injuries are also possible. The severity of the injury depends on the force of the collision and how the injury was sustained. In some cases, injury victims are able to… Read More »
