Category: Car Accidents

The traffic laws on changing lanes in Florida are pretty simple: Don’t change lanes unless it is safe to do so. But merging accidents happen anyway, and more frequently than you might expect. The situation about lane merging and changing lanes is clear under Florida law. However, switching lanes is subject to human error, and…

According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, more than 11% of all auto accidents in the United States involve hit-and-run crashes. While this statistic may be shocking to some, it pales in comparison to the rate of hit-and-run accidents in Florida.  The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that there…

When you get injured in a car accident, one of the most important things you need to know is how much you are entitled to recover. If you file an insurance claim and settle for less than you deserve, you won’t be able to go back and ask for more. You only get one chance…

While drunk driving is a concern for Florida motorists year-round, statistics show that drunk driving accidents typically increase during the holiday season. This is a big reason why the Florida Highway Patrol and local police agencies increase their presence on the roads around the holidays. At the end of 2020, the Florida Department of Highway…

Whether you are buying a car or you have just been involved in a car accident, it is important to understand how Florida’s car insurance laws apply to your situation. Florida’s car insurance laws are different from the laws in most other states; and, if you make mistakes when purchasing a policy or filing a…