While it’s possible to walk away from a car accident without any injuries, serious injuries are quite common after traffic crashes. Often, you can’t know right away whether you’ve managed to escape unharmed. Here’s what you need to know about seeking medical help after your collision: You need an evaluation.…
If you’ve been in a car accident in Southern Florida, Florida law allows you to file a personal injury claim if your injuries and losses were caused by someone’s negligence or willful act. For example, if someone deliberately drove into your car in a road rage incident or because they…
After a car accident, it’s important to seek medical attention. Even if you may have been fortunate enough to walk away from a traffic collision with no injuries, the only way to know for sure is by getting a medical evaluation. A doctor can determine whether you have sustained injuries,…
Some car accidents are hard to prevent. If another driver decides to drive under the influence and crashes suddenly into your car, or if you have a sudden medical emergency behind the wheel, you may not be able to react in time to prevent a crash. Many collisions are preventable,…
Car accidents across South Florida are a leading cause of injuries. The sudden impact of a crash and the force with which occupants can be thrown around inside the vehicle can lead to serious and even life-threatening injury. Here, we break down a few of the most common injuries drivers…
Car crashes happen in every community in South Florida. The most common collisions include: Rear-end crashes, where one car crashes into the back of another vehicle. Common causes for this type of accident include sudden braking, distracted driving, and following too closely. Head-on accidents. These accidents can involve high speeds…
If you’ve been in a car accident anywhere in South Florida, you may want to speak to a car accident attorney before making any decisions about your situation. While one of the first calls you will make is likely to insurance company, it’s valuable to keep in mind that your…
Being in a car accident is one of the most traumatic events in many people’s lives. In fact, for people outside the military, car accidents are a leading cause of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). After a car collision, the first thing you’ll want to do is to take care of…
Driving a car requires mental sharpness and physical agility. Motorists need to be able to turn around to check their blind spots and they need to be able to make good decisions. Their brains must be able to manage multiple tasks at once. Given the complexity of being on the…
If you’ve been in a car accident, you want to make sure that you maximize the compensation you can get. Anything that’s not covered, including medical bills and lost wages, will come out of your pocket. This can add up to thousands, tens of thousands of dollars, or even more.…