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Category: Automobile Accidents
Witness Testimony Can Strengthen Your Car Accident Claim
June 14, 2018 | Category: Automobile AccidentsThough eyewitness testimony is not always available in a car accident scenario, it can be critical to successful litigation in those cases where a credible eyewitness has seen the accident play out in real-time.
AAA Warns About the "100 Deadliest Days for Teens"
June 8, 2018 | Category: Automobile AccidentsIn 2016 during the “100 Deadliest Days” period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, more than 1,050 people were killed in crashes involving teen drivers. This equates to an average of 10 people per day.
Higher Speed Limits Lead to More Severe Accidents
June 4, 2018 | Category: Automobile AccidentsNBC Nightly News reported on April 30, 2018 that drivers are demanding faster traffic flow even while roughly 40,000 people died on our nation’s roadways in 2017. There are 41 states which allow speeds above 65 miles per hour (mph), and it has been found that as the speed limit increases so does the potential for more accidents and fatalities.
Memorial Day Weekend - Increased Risk of Vehicle Accidents
May 25, 2018 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck AccidentsThe Memorial Day holiday is a three-day weekend which ushers in the start of summer. Many Americans head to vacation destinations, barbecues or summertime parties to celebrate the beginning of summer. Unfortunately, it is also the worst time of year for auto accidents.
What Is Comparative Fault?
May 16, 2018 | Category: Automobile AccidentsWhen there are vehicle accidents, serious injuries may occur. These injuries may involve extensive medical care and rehabilitation, loss of income, severe pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. If a motorist is found to be partially at fault, what happens?
Concerns about the Latest Vehicle Safety Technology – “Safety Begins with the Driver”
May 7, 2018 | Category: Automobile AccidentsThe Washington Post reported that there are concerns when consumers rely totally on automated vehicle systems to stay safe. An important detail of which few drivers may be aware is that some of the systems are merely intended to reduce the severity of accidents.
When Do Most Vehicle Crashes Happen in Lee County, Florida?
May 4, 2018 | Category: Automobile AccidentsCrash data, which was provided by Lee County’s Metropolitan Planning Organization, has shown that the afternoon rush hour is when most vehicle crashes happen in Lee County. What efforts are being undertaken to reduce fatalities during these times?
Poor Vehicle Maintenance a Cause of Florida Accidents
April 24, 2018 | Category: Automobile AccidentsWhen driving on the road, you expect that the other vehicles will be properly maintained so as not to cause accidents. However, this is not always the case. Poorly maintained vehicles are accidents waiting to happen.
Company Vehicle Accidents – Who Is Responsible?
April 20, 2018 | Category: Automobile AccidentsIf you have been in an accident while driving a company vehicle or with someone who does, the process of determining liability can be confusing. Should you seek compensation from the company, the driver, or someone else?
Lee County Focusing on “Driving Down Fatalities”
April 16, 2018 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck AccidentsLee Health Trauma Center and the Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization are focusing on fatal crashes in Lee County by involving the community. The project is called “Driving Down Fatalities”.