Serving West Palm Beach Victims Injured in Accidents Caused by a Driver Under the Influence of a Legal Drug Excessive alcohol consumption is a common factor in car accidents, but it is not the only form of substance abuse that can lead drivers to cause serious collisions. Prescription drug abuse is an all-too-common issue, as…
Road Conditions That Can Lead to an Accident
While we often talk various forms of driver negligence that are common causes of vehicle collisions in Florida, road conditions can often be to blame in auto accidents as well. If you were involved in a collision – or even a single-car accident – that was partially or entirely caused by dangerous road conditions, the…
The Dangers of Driving While Fatigued
According to estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there are roughly 100,000 reported accidents that result from driver fatigue every single year. These crashes result in an estimated 1,550 deaths and 71,000 injuries, and cause a total of more than $12 billion in financial loss. If that isn’t bad enough, the National…
Understanding Whiplash Injuries
Whiplash is a common accident-related injury suffered by hundreds of thousands of individuals in and across the United States each year. While TV shows and movies often suggest that whiplash is a “made up” injury people use to claim compensation that they don’t deserve, the truth is that whiplash can be a very serious condition…
Five Tips for Staying Safe on South Florida’s Busy Roads this Spring
As Spring gets into full swing, Florida’s roads are getting busier. In 2015, March and April were among the worst months of the year in terms of the number of vehicle collisions. Even if you are just on your daily commute or making a trip to the grocery store, it is important to be particularly…