A chain reaction collision, which is defined as an accident involving three or more vehicles, is most often seen in areas of high traffic and/or high speeds. Here is how liability is determined...
Given that you may not be thinking clearly after an accident, it is important to familiarize yourself with some basic steps you can take in the aftermath in order to best protect yourself later on. Here are the photos you should take following an accident.
Car accidents can cause shock and confusion, and it may be difficult to have our wits about us after an unexpected collision. We often consider what we would do should someone else cause an accident, but is the situation different if we are at-fault?
Many of these behaviors take place because the driver is "comfortable" behind the wheel and can get careless. This list is a serious reminder to drivers that car accidents can happen to anyone at any time.
Florida vehicle accidents are on the rise, due to a "perfect storm" of unpredictable weather, congested roads, a rising population, and millions of visitors every day.
Motorcycle riders are more vulnerable than those in cars for several reasons. While a car may be able to roll over an obstacle on the road with little problem, for instance, a motorcycle may skid or lose control if it comes in contact with the same obstacle. The size of a motorcycle versus a car increases the likelihood that they can be in an automobile driver's blind spot and more easily struck. The riders themselves are naturally more likely to sustain an injury in an accident as well.
According to the state department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there were almost 50,000 crashes involving distracted driving in Florida, in 2016, which is more than five crashes every hour.
Although there are exceptions, the average accident injury claim takes 6-12 months to process. Here are the factors to consider, and what to expect.
Immediately following an accident or injury, it is easy to be confused as to your options. Friends offer advice, family adds their opinions, and even the ads on television are full of ideas as to how you should proceed. But how do you really know when you should speak with an attorney and pursue legal action?
When you have been through an accident, concerns quickly mount as to how everything will get paid. Understanding just how much and how quickly you can be compensated is a necessary piece of being able to relax and heal.
