Addressing the Distracted Driving Problem in South Florida in 2022 Florida is ranked the second-worst state when it comes to distracted driving accidents. Nearly 50,000 annual accidents that occur in Florida are caused by distracted driving. This is a clear indication...
What Are Your Odds of Being Injured in a Car Crash?
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Apr 14, 2022 | Car Accidents, Auto Accident
Driving is dangerous. The sheer number of cars on the road increases the likelihood of being involved in an accident. If you add inattentive, reckless, or impaired drivers to the equation, it seems more likely than not that you will eventually be in a car crash. You...
9 Important Reasons to Seek Physical Therapy After a Car Accident in Palm Beach County
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Mar 31, 2022 | Car Accidents, Auto Accident
Were you involved in a car accident in Palm Beach County? More than 400,000 crashes occurred in the state of Florida in 2021. An accident can enormously impact your health, whether it's a major collision or a minor fender bender. In fact, more than 252,000 people in...
Understanding a Diminished Value Claim in Florida
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Mar 17, 2022 | Auto Accident, Car Accidents
Automobile accidents are stressful. Even if your car has been restored to perfect condition, its value may decrease due to injuries and vehicle damage. The diminished value of your vehicle is the difference between its market value before and after the accident. Car...
10 Reasons a Florida Personal Injury Law Firm May Refuse Your Case
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Mar 3, 2022 | Personal Injury, Auto Accident, Car Accidents, Negligent Security
Being in a car accident can be a traumatic situation, and getting the legal help you need for your injuries isn't always straightforward. Finding the right personal injury attorney in Florida may sometimes be a challenge, and accurately getting the facts and nuances...
What you need to know about brain injuries in Palm Beach County
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Feb 24, 2022 | Traumatic Brain Injury, Auto Accident, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident
Broken bones, twisted ankles, and fractured wrists are the most common types of injuries that people sustain after a slip and fall accident. However, there are traumatic brain injuries in Palm Beach County that are common and more severe than slip and fall accidents....
Understanding Loss of Consortium in South Florida
by Carlos Bodden, Esq. | Feb 10, 2022 | Auto Accident, Car Accidents, Hit and Run Accident, Medical Malpractice, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident
Loss of consortium is a legal term used in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits in Florida and many other states. A family member of a person who was permanently injured or killed due to another party's negligence may pursue a loss of consortium claim. Loss of...
Distracted driving in Florida statistics you need to know about
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Feb 3, 2022 | Distracted Driving, Auto Accident, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident
Distracted Driving in Florida Kills Have you ever sent a text message while driving and looked back at the road to find the car in front of you coming to a stop, and you had to slam on the brakes to keep from rear-ending it? Or reached into a fast food bag, fumbled...
7 Car Care Tips To Help Reduce Car Crashes in South Florida
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Jan 20, 2022 | Car Accidents, Auto Accident
Car crashes happen so fast, sometimes in the blink of an eye. You see the brake lights in front of you, so slam your foot on the brakes. Your brakes squeal, and your body jolts forward as your car slams into the vehicle in front of you. A car crash in South Florida...
There is a 14-day Rule for South Florida Auto Accidents, did you know?
by W. David Bennett, Esq. | Jan 6, 2022 | Auto Accident, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident
Living in South Florida, you should familiarize yourself with this 14-day auto accident rule. For personal injury protection (PIP) coverage to apply, injured victims must seek medical treatment within 14 days of an auto accident. A PIP policy protects you against...