If you drive a vehicle in Florida, then having car insurance is required by state law. But what if you're in a car accident without insurance...will you face penalties? What if the accident wasn't your fault? Do you have rights? Let's settle these questions once and for all: A no-fault state Florida is a no-fault state. This means that after a car accident, each injured … [Read more...]
Deadly Crashes at School Bus Stops Prove the Danger of Distracted Driving
In early November 2018, five people were hit by a car while waiting at their local school bus stop in Tampa, Florida. Two adults and two children were seriously injured, while one child was considered critically injured. The crash is still under Tampa police investigation; however, the driver of the car has been taken into custody. Distracted driving on the rise across the … [Read more...]
5 Steps to Take After a Drunk Driving Accident
If you’ve ever been involved in a car accident, then you know that it can be difficult to gather your thoughts, feelings and any sense of what needs to be done. The shock of what has just happened is so high. However, legal experts and law enforcement officers agree that there are certain best steps to practice in the immediate aftermath of an accident—especially a collision … [Read more...]
Florida Helmet Laws for Motorcycles, Scooters & Bicycles
Motorcycle and bicycle injuries can cause severe damage to riders, and that damage can easily be multiplied if a helmet isn’t part of the equation. Florida’s motorcycle helmet laws have changed many times over the years, but according to current Florida law the state doesn’t have a mandatory helmet law — at least for those over the age of 21. Similar laws are put in place … [Read more...]
How to Handle Another Person’s Insurance Company After a Florida Auto Accident
Traducir al Español After you’ve been involved in a serious car accident, you’ve likely got quite a bit of recovering to do. From medical issues to repairing your vehicle, you’ve got a lot on your mind. Speaking with another driver’s insurance company may not be one of those things, but it’s a common occurrence. Unfortunately, dealing with another driver’s insurance can … [Read more...]