A side-impact crash – also known as a T-bone crash or broadside accident – can be extremely dangerous for the occupants of all vehicles involved in the crash. Depending on the vehicles’ speed, the location of the impact, and other factors, the vehicles can roll over. Rollover accidents can cause catastrophic injuries. Side-impact car accidents…
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Miami Car Accident Archives
It Might Be a While Before Miami Bars and Clubs Reopen – Will Drunk Driving Accidents Remain Down Until Then?
There have been many unexpected side effects from the COVID-19 pandemic. One of those side effects is the decrease in the number of drunk drivers on the roads during the coronavirus pandemic. As bars and nightclubs remain closed in Miami-Dade County, the number of drunk driving car accidents may continue to remain lower than in…
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Diminished Value Accident Claims
A negligent driver can turn your world upside down in a matter of seconds. Even when a traffic accident does not involve bodily injury, the damage to your vehicle can be frustrating and costly. You rely on your vehicle to get to work, run errands, and care for your family. If the damage to your…
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All About Back and Neck Injuries From Rear-end Collisions
Rear-end collisions are one of the most common types of car crashes in the United States. The NHTSA reports that in 2017, over 2.1 million rear-end collisions were reported. That number accounted for about one-third of the traffic accidents that year. Of the 2.1 million rear-end crashes in 2017, 2,456 crashes resulted in fatalities, and…
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Nine Factors That Determine How Much to Expect From a Car Accident Settlement
If you are injured in a car accident caused by another driver, that driver is liable for your injuries and damages. However, obtaining compensation from the insurance company for the driver is not always a straightforward process. Even though the insurance company may accept liability, there could be a dispute about how much your car…
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Consequences of Using Your Cell Phone While Driving in Florida
If you use your cell phone while driving in Florida, you could face criminal charges. However, you could also be responsible for civil damages if you cause a car accident while using a cell phone while driving. Unfortunately, the threat of civil and criminal penalties for cell phone use while driving does not deter all…
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Six Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash Involving a Fire Rescue Truck in Miami
A recent multi-vehicle crash in Miami, Fl has ignited new interest concerning emergency vehicle safety. What exactly must Florida residents or visitors do when an emergency vehicle is approaching? The accident involved a fire rescue apparatus that was responding to an emergency call. It collided with a vehicle that started a chain reaction with seven…
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Should I Purchase Uninsured Motorist Coverage? What Are the Pros and Cons?
If you are a safe and conscientious driver, it can be easy to think that you will never get into a car accident. After all, as long as you keep your wits about you and your eyes on the road, nothing bad can happen, right? Unfortunately, this is not the case. According to the National…
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Why Do I Have Neck & Lower Back Pain After a Car Accident?
Being involved in a minor fender bender may seem harmless at the time. If your injuries are not severe, you might not even think about going to the doctor. However, note that the neck and back are particularly susceptible to injury, and trauma to these regions may not show up immediately following an accident. For…
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Understanding Car Accident Injuries, Crashes, and Causes
Millions of car crashes happen each year. While this can seem like a staggering number, most of these accidents only result in property damage. However, serious injuries and death do occur, so it’s important to be as safe a possible when out on the road. Most of the individuals injured in car accidents are drivers…
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