A serious car collision in Tamarac can result in severe injuries, including spinal cord injuries, burns, and other injuries. In addition to being painful and devastating, these injuries can require literally years of healing time and recovery. In some cases, the injuries prove permanent and require a lifetime of care.…
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Statistics About Car Accidents in Miami and Florida
According to statistics: •Florida has a high percentage of drivers. 4 out of 5 Florida residents are licensed drivers. In the Miami area, for example, about 15.3 million people out of a population of 19.3 are licensed motorists. In addition, there are an unknown number of drivers on Florida roads…
Weather is a Cause of Many Car Accidents in Miramar and Across the Country
Weather and weather-related fatalities usually only make the news when they concern a serious natural disaster such as a hurricane. But there may be another reason to keep an eye on the skies: according to experts, one of the leading causes of weather-related fatalities is traffic accidents. In fact, the…
Could Consistent Traffic Signals Help Prevent Car Crashes in Hollywood and Across Florida?
A new study out of Oregon and Portland State Universities has concluded that left turns are among the riskiest pedestrian areas. Researchers have found that permitted (also known as unprotected) left turns are especially risky. These types of left turns are created to ensure a steady flow of traffic, but…
Some Injuries Sustained in a Car Accident in Hialeah Can be Hard to Spot
If you have been in a car collision in Hialeah or any other community, there may be some obvious injuries. For example, you may sustain broken bones, burns, abrasions, and other injuries. In addition to these injuries, however, many victims of traffic accidents in Hialeah and other communities sustain injuries…
Working Through the Real-Life Impact of a Car Accident in Hallandale Beach
If you live in Hallandale Beach and are involved in a serious car accident, the impact of that accident can last for years. If you have sustained a serious injury, such as a spinal cord injury, burns, fractures, or a head injury in Hallandale Beach or another community, you may…
Government Agency Suggests a Rating System for Elderly Drivers — Will it Reduce the Number of Car Accidents in Fort Lauderdale and Florida?
This past month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration posted an online request seeking comments about a rating system for older customers. The suggested “Silver Car Rating System for Older Occupants” would be part of the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) and would help older customers look at safety…
Everyone has a Role to Play in Stopping Distracted Driving Car Accidents in Deerfield Beach
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that in 2011 alone 3331 Americans were killed in accidents and another 387, 000 sustained injuries due to driver distraction. Driver distraction causes many serious accidents leading to spinal cord injuries, fractures, amputations, fatalities, and head injuries in Deerfield Beach and other…
How to Strengthen Your Car Accident Claim in Davie
If you have decided to launch a car accident claim in Davie or any South Florida community, building the strongest case possible may increase your odds of getting fair compensation for your injuries. Here’s how you can build the strongest traffic accident claim in Davie or your community: 1) Hire…
Preventing Drowsy Driving Car Accidents in Virginia Gardens and Across Florida
Fatigued driving leads to many car accidents in Virginia Gardens and across South Florida. Each year, drowsy drivers fall asleep at the wheel or make driver errors because their response times and motor skills are affected by their fatigue. If you want to prevent these types of car and truck…