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Road hazards not only cause inconvenience – they can lead to serious accidents. Florida roadways can be perilous, and anyone who has driven here knows that. During the latest reporting year, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) says that there were over 400,000 total crashes reported. Out of those, there were: Today,…

Astute followers of the news may be aware that Florida has had laws against texting while driving for years. However, it has been largely toothless, as officers have not had the authorization to pull over drivers for this offense unless it was part of another infraction. The state recently closed this loophole by recently passing…

When you apply for car insurance, your provider will determine the monthly premiums you will have to pay. However, these amounts are not random. The higher your chance of getting into an accident is, the higher your car insurance rates will be. These calculations, based on a number of factors gained from crash data, tested…

Comprehensive and collision insurance are two common types of car insurance coverage in Florida and are very important to help repair any damages to your vehicle after an accident. However, many Florida residents see these insurances as interchangeable, although each covers different types of damages. Collision Insurance in Florida Under Florida car insurance laws, collision…

Parking lot crashes are common across the state, especially during high-shopping seasons over the holidays and other major events. To reduce the number of these crashes, Florida drivers can implement safe driving practices and keep an eye out for dangerous driving behaviors. Common Causes of Parking Lot Crashes Five common factors cause many parking lots…

Hitting someone’s vehicle and leaving the scene of the accident is illegal in Florida. Every driver has a responsibility to remain at the scene of a crash and fulfill statutory duties. A hit-and-run makes an already difficult situation worse for responsible drivers. Not only will the victim have to call his/her insurance company, deal with…

If your Uber accident occurred after 2016, then it is likely that the Transportation Network Statute applies to your claim.  In 2017, the Florida legislature passed the Transportation Network Statute.  This law significantly impairs your ability to bring Uber into Court. The 2017 Transportation Network Statute Companies that transport passengers on public roadways are generally…

The left lane on a highway is generally for drivers who are passing slower-moving traffic or turning left. Traveling below the speed limit in the left lane is a common pet peeve and something that can contribute to road rage incidents. Although the laws regarding who may travel in the left lane vary from state…

The diverging diamond interchange is a new feature in Broward County and Miami. The first one opened in August 2018 at the Dolphin Expressway. Currently, the government has plans to implement Diverging Diamond Interchanges at several different intersections, including Sawgrass Expressway and: As these intersections become more widely used, it’s important to understand how they…

If you have been seriously hurt in a motor vehicle accident, friends and family may be urging you to speak with a personal injury lawyer about your case. Some individuals avoid talking to an attorney because they are intimidated by the process, or they may worry that they can’t afford to hire legal representation. The…