Recovering from a car accident can involve many unexpected twists and turns, even when you did the right thing by seeking immediate medical attention after the crash. One of the biggest concerns for victims is when injuries appear to heal, only to redevelop later – possibly bringing more extreme pain…
Even when you are extremely cautious and drive defensively on the busy streets of Miami, car accidents are still a threat. However, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) collects data to better understand when the risk of collisions is higher. Various factors impact the potential for…
Miami enjoys a booming tourist industry with visitors coming from all U.S. states. Sadly, being on vacation does not insulate you from the risk of being involved in a car accident. Injured victims from out-of-town face an even more overwhelming situation after an auto crash, since they are in unfamiliar…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) periodically assesses multiple holidays throughout the year to determine which are the most dangerous to be on the road, and its findings should be noted for the one coming up soon — the Fourth of July. In a Traffic Safety Facts publication on…
You might read a headline once in a while about a Miami car accident caused by a motorist falling asleep at the wheel, but you would probably never expect to be personally involved in a drowsy driving crash. Unfortunately, statistics reveal that fatigue is common among drivers and it can…
You do have legal remedies available after being hurt in a Miami car accident, including the option to seek compensation for your losses. In a particularly serious crash, you may be able to pursue the responsible driver’s insurance company by filing a claim. The objective is to recoup monetary damages…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is always investigating features that promote safety and reduce the risk of car accidents. One of the latest efforts involves Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication (V2V), which is technology that allows vehicles to wirelessly exchange information. By communicating traffic-related factors with other vehicles, V2V can alert…
You are probably aware of the risks of fatal and injury-causing car accidents in Miami, but you may not realize that the threats affect you even when you are not in a four-wheeled vehicle. When collecting data on crashes, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) also…
Car accidents make up a whopping 99% of all non-fatal transportation injuries in the US, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2020 Report. Millions of victims and their families are expected to file insurance claims for their losses. Even if you do not have a legal background, you…
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that motor vehicle collisions are among the leading causes of accidental death in the US every year, typically ranking within the top three in any given year. Crashes kill more people annually than medical conditions like stroke or diabetes, and they…