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Driving and Using Hands-Free Devices

2021-03-02T00:14:27-08:00February 26th, 2019|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , , , , , |

Are using hands-free devices while driving safer than using a phone held by hand? You may be saying yes, and a number of drivers in the United States might agree with you. 80% of polled drivers thought using this type of device would be safer than using a phone held by hand, but studies have shown that this belief just isn't backed up by the facts.While it makes sense why a hands-free device would seem to allow you more focus and more control while driving, these devices still contribute to a percentage of crashes on the road. 24% of call crashes that involve conversations on cell phones, according to the NSC. Research suggests that a hands-free version might even be more distracting than driving intoxicated.Any type of hands-free device can cause a car [...]

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Texting and Proving Fault In Accidents

2019-11-13T06:16:29-08:00January 30th, 2019|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

In many states, texting while you are operating a motor vehicle is not only illegal but a crime too. Even though there are rules set in place warning against it, using a phone or texting while driving is something that many people still choose to do, regardless of the risk. Some may not believe that any harm will come of a quick glance at the phone screen or a quick text reply. However, it's a belief that does not stand up to the hard truth of reality. Within the course of five seconds of motion, your vehicle can cover several yards. Whether you fail to notice the car in front of you stopping or drift towards the side or center of the road, just a few seconds of averted focus can result in [...]

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Why Do DUI Accidents Increase During the Holiday Season?

2018-12-11T19:37:00-08:00December 11th, 2018|Categories: Auto Accident, DUI|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

December is always a top month for auto accidents to occur. While crashes happen every day, the holiday season always seems to see an increase in not only accidents but DUI accidents as well. When it comes to the holiday season, your mind may be on spirits as opposed to crashes caused by them. However, there is no question that December is at the top of the list for months with car crashes-- particularly those caused by intoxicated drivers. While this is true in all states, Florida has seen a significant increase in car accidents over the holiday season in recent years. During the years of 2015 and 2016, the state of Florida saw an estimated 34,000 car crashes during the month of December (68,000 if you put them together). That's a significant [...]

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Talking to a Lawyer When You’ve Been in An Accident

2018-11-24T22:30:02-08:00November 24th, 2018|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Have you or has someone that you know been in a car accident recently? It is quite unfortunate to be in an accident of any kind. However, auto accidents really do happen on a regular basis. Hopefully you or anyone you know have been through that. It may be you and you may be wondering what you should do now that you have been in an accident. The first thing that you should do is talk to a doctor or a medical professional. Go get treatment and be sure that your injuries if any have been identified. Then the next thing that you should do is speak to a lawyer. A quick consultation can tell you a lot about what you need to do and what your options are. Talking to a lawyer [...]

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Driving Safety: Putting The Lives of Others First

2019-01-17T07:48:18-08:00November 13th, 2018|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , , , , , |

When it comes to auto accidents, it may seem that they happen all too frequently. It turns out that the numbers are there to back it up. You likely have been in an accident yourself or know someone that has been. Perhaps they had no injuries, a slight injury, or didn't make it back out. A lot of people get their lives totally turned upside down thanks to being in a horrible accident that they never saw coming. It's important to remember that we all benefit from safer roads and an added emphasis on safe driving. Children as well as adults are affected a lot during accidents, and some of them never get the chance to grow up and live their lives. How can we all try to practice driving safety? Putting the [...]

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What To Do When You’re In An Auto Accident

2018-10-31T04:56:39-07:00October 31st, 2018|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , , , , , |

If you've ever been in an auto accident before, you can probably attest to the fact that there's not really much you can do to avoid them once they happen. But can you do certain things after an accident? Yes, and you should. If you've been involved in an accident through no fault of your own or have been the direct cause of a car accident, you might have learned these the hard way. They will document the accident. If necessary they will have reconstruction or accident teams sent out to examine the crash. It will also help you to deal with the situation and the insurance companies as well as protect you in the event that the other party should claim something different or untrue or try to get out of liability [...]

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How to Handle Social Media After An Accident

2018-08-29T13:28:12-07:00July 24th, 2018|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , , |

We tend to go to social media naturally for as lot of things in our lives. We post to social media sharing sites and update people on the events that are going on with us constantly, often without thinking twice. When something is done daily, you may not consider the consequences of posting on social media. You may have a public or a private account; regardless, car accidents can be really tough to go through. Furthermore, you may be having a tough time when it comes to dealing with the aftermath. You may have already had a tough time dealing with the insurance agency as well as your own. When it comes to getting what you need, you may have to turn to suing or a lawyer to help you with your attempt to [...]

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How to Determine Car Accident Fault in Orlando

2018-08-29T15:41:19-07:00July 8th, 2018|Categories: Auto Accident|Tags: , , , , |

Accidents happen on the road all the time. Statistically, you're bound to get into at least one accident in your life. With any luck, the accidents that you get into will not cause injury and will be very minor. If they're not, it may be time to consult a car accident attorney. Consult an attorney for any injuries or damages to your vehicle if you have been in an accident recently. If you are not at fault and another driver in Florida has caused it due to what you believe to be negligence, it can be helpful to talk to a lawyer to find out more about the topic. You may be able to recover damages for an accident where you were not at fault and perhaps even partial depending on the laws [...]

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Is Eating While You Are Driving Dangerous?

2018-06-07T18:51:29-07:00June 14th, 2018|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , |

How often do you eat while you're driving on the road? These days, our lives are busier than ever, and you can't deny that people need to eat (and drink, obviously). Whether you're on a road trip or commuting to or from work, it can seem that fast food or quick meal options while on the go is the easiest choice for you. While some people pull into the side of the eatery to eat their snacks, meals, or sip on their drinks, still more choose to hit the road or simply do not feel that they have the time in their schedule to stop. That's all well and good, but what they may not consider is that eating while driving and even drinking lemonade from a big cup with a straw can [...]

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How to Avoid Drowsy Driving

2018-05-08T18:03:52-07:00May 8th, 2018|Categories: Auto Accident, Personal Injury|Tags: , , |

When it comes to driving drowsy, it's never a good idea. A study done by the NSF (National Sleep Foundation) found that 1 out of 7 drivers surveyed admitted to nodding off while driving one or more times in the past year. 1 in 10 said they had fallen asleep completely while driving in the same time period. The numbers are pretty sobering, but drowsy driving can be prevented if you know the facts on this topic and ultimately choose not to get behind the wheel when you are tired. Today we're talking all about how to avoid drowsy driving as the operator of a motor vehicle so you can stay safe on the road and avoid not only accidents but injury too. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety says that an astounding [...]

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