Who is Responsible for Teen Auto Accidents?
It can feel frustrating, but Florida drivers pay car insurance rates that are 52% higher than the national average. One reason for this is the high rate of accidents. Teen drivers represent a small portion of Florida drivers but a significant portion of the accidents. For parents of teens, the elevated car insurance rates can feel even more painful as they pay for their teen’s car...Read More
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How to Restore Your Driving Privileges After a DUI Conviction
Floridians have the dubious honor of being some of the worst drivers in the country. Unfortunately, one of the primary reasons for this is the high arrest and conviction rate for DUI and DWI. While a DUI attorney can represent you during the arrest and trial phase, they can also help you post-conviction. If you have recently received a DUI conviction, it is understandable that you are looking...Read More
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Can Speeding Diminish Your Car Accident Claim?
Wondering if speeding can reduce your compensation in a personal injury claim? If your speeding contributed to the accident that caused your injuries, yes, it can reduce your compensation or even bar you from filing a claim. Florida is what’s known as a comparative negligence state. Recently, the state changed from a pure comparative negligence to a modified comparative negligence...Read More
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5 Ways to Sabotage Your Auto Injury Claim
Picture this: after a Florida car accident where you were clearly not at fault, you’re waiting for the settlement money to roll in after your claim. You know the average settlement can be anywhere from $5,000-$60,000, and you need every last cent of it for your medical expenses. All of a sudden, you get the news: no payout is coming. All that crucial cash has slipped from your hands....Read More
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Consequences for Leaving the Scene of an Accident Causing a Death
In recent years, the alarming increase in fatal hit-and-run incidents has become a concerning trend. Across the United States, these incidents pose a significant threat to public safety. Unfortunately, Florida is not exempt from this troubling phenomenon. With the Sunshine State ranking as the 8th highest in deadly crashes involving hit-and-runs. Thus, accounting for 7.2% of such incidents....Read More
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What Are the Consequences of a DUI Hit-And-Run in Florida?
It’s estimated that every day, roughly thirty-seven people die from DUI-related accidents. This alarming statistic helps explain why states like Florida are so hard on DUI offenses. Driving drunk is already a serious offense that carries wide-ranging consequences. However, what happens if you drive away from the scene of a crash while intoxicated? As you can guess, a DUI hit-and-run...Read More
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