As a Florida resident, you are no stranger to the dangerous nature of driving in the state. In 2022 alone, Miami-Dade County saw 63,482 crashes, 28,707 injuries and 321 deaths. Those statistics are alarming. While there are no guaranteed ways to avoid a motor vehicle...
Hit-and-run drivers can make a bad situation even worse for victims
Most of us are taught as children to take responsibility for our mistakes. Unfortunately, not everybody takes that lesson to heart, especially in emergency situations they might be responsible for. We are talking specifically about hit-and-run car accidents. Very few...
Things to do after an accident
If you are in a car accident, no matter who you believe to be at fault, the way that you handle the moments immediately afterward can affect your ability to file a claim. Understanding some of the significant mistakes can help you prepare for any potential accident...
5 common mistakes of new drivers
As a new driver, it is natural to make a few mistakes along the way. However, some errors can cause more danger than others. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens....
Tips to avoid rollovers in SUVs and trucks
Passenger vehicles continue to improve their safety features. However, driving is one of the most dangerous activities Americans regularly participate in. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, SUVs and pickup trucks contribute disproportionately to...
Dangerous accidents in Florida are becoming more common
The year 2020 was a strange one for all of us. One side effect of having to work and go to school virtually was that there was much less traffic than usual on Miami's highways and surface streets. This was true statewide. As a result, car accidents went down in...
What is distracted driving?
Today's technology has created many opportunities for drivers to divert their attention away from the road. Whether they choose to look at their phone, program their GPS or scroll through their song playlist, the actions they take result in not paying attention to...
How serious are rib fractures? 3 facts you should know
Car accidents can cause many kinds of injuries, some of which can be severe. Broken ribs are a common car accident injury that many people consider minor. Indeed, while they can be very painful, rib fractures are normally not life-threatening. However, if you have...
I was hit by a drunk driver. What do I do?
There is nothing worse than being in an accident. It is particularly frustrating if a drunk driver hits you, and you now have serious injuries. You can get compensation for those injuries by filing a personal injury suit. Drunk driving is the cause of about 30% of...
Tips to avoid a crash in a construction zone
With summer right around the corner, numerous organizations, communities and municipalities will embark on construction projects of varying scope and complexity. Many of these projects will occur next to busy roadways. Additionally, several construction projects will...