Weston Personal Injury Blog
Whiplash and Other Hidden Injuries from Car Accidents
Car accidents can have a significant impact on the lives of victims. They can cause a wide variety of injuries, ranging in severity from minor to fatal. While some injuries are immediately apparent, others may not immediately manifest symptoms. We will explore whiplash, one of the most common hidden injuries, and shed light on other lesser-known injuries that traffic crashes can cause. Understanding these hidden injuries is essential when seeking the appropriate medical attention and pursuing a personal injury claim for compensation.
What Safety Role Can Parents of New Teenage Drivers Play?
Teen drivers are more prone to accidents than older drivers due to their lack of experience on the road and other factors. As Personal Injury Attorneys, we believe it is essential to shed light on the dangers associated with teen drivers and provide guidance to parents on how they can help their teenagers drive safely.
What Purpose Do Black Boxes Have Following Truck Accidents?
A black box in a truck serves a similar purpose as it does in an airplane: collecting essential data and evidence regarding the cause of an accident. The black box data could be pivotal in proving liability in a Truck accident. If you were injured in an incident with a commercial truck, this information may be useful in a claim or lawsuit, allowing you to recover the compensation you need to get back on your feet.
Why Do Wrong-Way Car Accidents Ever Happen at All?
Wrong-way accidents often have some of the most severe consequences. In cases when the victim survives, the injuries are often catastrophic, changing the life of an innocent person forever.
If you were injured in a wrong-way car accident due to the negligence of another driver, you are within your rights to file a lawsuit. To ensure you receive the compensation you deserve, you need the assistance of an experienced Personal Injury Lawyer.
Large Truck Blind Spots and How to Steer Clear of Them
A blind spot is an area around a vehicle where its driver is unable to see objects – namely, other motor vehicles. Virtually all vehicles have blind spots, where the body or frame of the vehicle itself blocks the driver’s view. The rear and side-view mirrors on a car or truck are designed to help drivers gain an awareness of other drivers on the road but cannot offer a completely unobstructed view of their surroundings. As a result, blind spots are a source of danger for drivers.
How Dashcam Footage Can Be Used in Florida Injury Claims
A “dashcam” is a camera that is placed on the dashboard of a car or other motor vehicle. Dashcams record video footage of events occurring while driving. The footage can be especially useful as evidence depicting the sequence of events leading up to a traffic accident.
Rights to Safety That Florida Bicyclists Have on the Road
Bicycles share the road with motorists, which means they also have the same rights and must obey the same traffic laws. Unfortunately, accidents happen when people behave negligently on the road. Since bicyclists are not as well-protected as drivers or passengers in cars and other vehicles, their injuries are often catastrophic or fatal. It is important for bicyclists and motorists to understand Florida’s bicycle laws, so they can make the road a safer place.
Are Motorcycles Really That Much More Dangerous Than Cars?
Motorcycles are a thrill to ride, especially in beautiful, sunny Florida. However, they are inherently more dangerous than other modes of transportation, and riders have very little protection. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that Florida has a high rate of motorcycle deaths.
Cars Are Being Spotted at Night Without Lights On
When someone drives at night without their headlights on, bad things can happen. The driver may get a ticket or crash into an obstruction in the road. And other drivers may not see a car with its headlights turned off. This may cause a collision.
Understanding Florida’s Loss of Consortium Policy
When somebody commits a careless or malicious act that drastically reduces your quality of life, they should have to pay for it. That’s why tort law allows people to seek damages, which is a monetary award that’s paid to compensate for your loss.