Monthly Archives: January 2023
Multi-county police chase ends in rollover crash in downtown Tampa
TAMPA, FL – A police pursuit involving a stolen vehicle ended in a rollover crash in downtown Tampa on Tuesday evening. According to WFLA, deputies in Polk County initiated the chase at about 5:09 p.m. when they spotted two occupants in the stolen vehicle. The suspects were pursued into Hillsborough County until their vehicle… Read More »
How Can Reckless Driving Cause Accidents?
All drivers in Florida have an obligation to drive safely and legally. All Florida drivers are required to comply with traffic laws. Unfortunately, some drivers choose to act negligently. Others choose to be reckless. Recklessness goes beyond simple negligence. It entails a driver intentionally breaking the rules of the road without any regard for… Read More »
32-year-old Orlando man killed in crash on West Oak Ridge Rd.
ORLANDO, FL – One man was killed and another person was taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash in Oak Ridge on Wednesday. According to a report by WFTV, a 2012 Nissan Versa turned in front of another vehicle on West Oak Ridge Road near Harcourt Avenue, causing the two to collide. The… Read More »
Pedestrian struck, killed in hit-and-run on US-92
TAMPA, FL – A 74-year-old man from Tampa was killed last Wednesday night when he was hit by a vehicle while crossing US-92 near Seffner. According to a report by the Tampa Bay Times, the man was attempting to cross the highway west of Williams Road at about 8 p.m. when he was hit… Read More »
What Rights Do Car Accident Victims Have In Florida?
It is estimated that more than six million passenger car accidents happen annually in the United States of America. In Florida alone, approximately 400,000 traffic crashes happen yearly. So regardless of how careful a road user is, the odds of being involved in a traffic accident are high. For this reason, it would be… Read More »
Your Right To File A Diminished Value Claim
Being involved in a Florida motor vehicle accident can result in serious injuries. Apart from that, a car accident can result in damage to your car. Treating a serious injury and repairing a vehicle after a car accident can be quite expensive. Fortunately, in Florida, if another driver is to blame for your Florida… Read More »
Who Is At Fault In A Backing Up Accident?
Determining liability after a backing-up accident is not as straightforward as one might think. So if you were in a backing-up accident in Florida, it is best to consult a skilled car accident attorney. Depending on the situation, the other driver might be to blame, or you might be to blame for the accident…. Read More »
What Are The Odds Of Dying In A Motor Vehicle Accident In Florida?
According to the FLHSMV, there were a total of 401,179 traffic crashes in Florida in 2021. The total number of people who died in traffic crashes that year in Florida was 3,771. Additionally, as a result of the 401,179 traffic crashes, 252,903 people sustained injuries. Because of the many deaths that happen every year… Read More »
Can A Florida Attorney Prove Fault In A Car Accident Case When The Police Report Says Otherwise?
After a Florida car accident results in a personal injury, a police officer will usually come to the accident scene to conduct a preliminary investigation. Then, the police officer will create a police report. Car accident victims and insurance companies rely heavily on police reports when reviewing car accident claims. But what happens if… Read More »
