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Senior driving laws means elderly motorists may be subject to different rules

Driving Rules For Seniors In Florida

The U.S. Census Bureau estimated that 52 million members of the baby-boom population reached 65 years of age or older and represented 16% of the population in 2018. If current estimates prove to be correct,…

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Aggressive driving can cause accidents and injuries

Can You Sue Someone For Aggressive Driving or Road Rage?

You might want to be careful when driving the streets and highways in Tampa to avoid an accident caused by aggressive driving. According to published reports, Tampa-St. Petersburg is one of three areas in Florida, making it…

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Is Florida a No Fault State, and What Does It Mean For Drivers?

If you get into a car crash, keep in mind that insurance regulations and policies can vary depending on which state a car accident occurred. Until you reach an “injury threshold”  in a no-fault car…

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Someone Else Was Driving My Car and Got Into An Accident – Now What?

Chances are that you have at one time or another allowed someone to borrow your car. You probably never gave any thought to the consequences of an accident and being held liable to pay damage…

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Airbag deployed in vehicle during car accident.

Your Right To Compensation for Airbag Injuries

If you drive a car or other passenger vehicle made in 1999 or later, it probably has airbags to protect the vehicle's occupants in case of a collision. Accident data compiled by the federal government…

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One of Tampa's dangerous intersections

Dangerous Intersections in Tampa Bay & How to Stay Safe

Florida has held the dubious distinction of being named the worst state in terms of fatalities caused by intersection crashes. There is a reason that the state transportation department designates intersections as "designed points of…

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Snowbird Driving: How To Avoid Some of the Worst Snowbird Habits

The term "snowbird" is used to describe people who escape the wintry northern weather to travel to sunny Florida. The southern migration begins as early as October and snowbird driving becomes more prevalent. It continues…

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Driving At Night

Driving at Night: What You Can Do To Stay Safe

If you are an experienced driver, you may intuitively know that driving after dark is less safe than traveling during daylight hours, but you may not realize just how much more hazardous nighttime driving really…

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4 Types Of Car Technology That Reduce Accidents

As the automobile industry evolves and the number of drivers increases, potential issues related to such a booming market become more evident. In fact, according to leading Tampa personal injury attorney firm Kinney, Fernandez &…

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Red car after accident. Victims must seek compensation.

Five Tips to Maximize Your Personal Injury Compensation Claim

There were more than 400,000 accidents in the state of Florida in 2017 alone, and those accidents can come with many consequences. From damages to your vehicle and physical injuries, to long-term side effects and…

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How to Tell Who Is At Fault in a Car Accident

There are thousands of traffic accidents every year in Florida. In many of these cases, one driver may be responsible for the pain and suffering of the person they hit because of negligent driving behavior.…

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Florida Roadway Law - What drivers need to know before going out on the road.

Florida Roadway Laws You May Not Know

Miles of beaches, countless family attractions, and unsurpassed weather are only a few reasons why people flock to Florida. Whether you live here or are just passing through, understanding Florida roadway laws is essential for…

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Car Rental Sign - Drivers must take precaution to avoid a car rental accident

What to do if you are injured in a rental car accident

Florida set a record a year ago with 116.5 million visitors. The preliminary figures for 2018 are on target to equal or beat last year's record. One group benefitting from this boom is the car…

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Pedestrian Accidents: Image of Pedestrian trying to safely cross road

Have You Sustained Serious Injuries in a Pedestrian Accident?

It's unfortunate, but Tampa has seen a number of recent pedestrian accidents. Crosswalk accidents and bus stop accidents have dominated headlines and raised awareness of a problem that has grown increasingly troublesome over the past…

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Car Accident? Here Are 9 Documents Your Attorney Will Need

One of the most critical factors in building any personal injury case is documentation and evidence. From the moment that your car accident occurs, it becomes essential for you to begin cataloging important pieces of…

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