Florida Truck Lane Restrictions
March 18, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Lawmakers in Florida have enacted truck lane restrictions to minimize the amount of time a large truck occupies specific traffic lanes. The goal is to reduce truck accidents in Miami and throughout the state. You have probably shared the road with a semi-truck as you drive in and around Miami. Commercial trucks travel through...
Read moreDo You Have to Wear a Motorcycle Helmet in Miami, FL?
March 15, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
With its gorgeous year-round weather, Miami, FL, is the perfect place to ride a motorcycle. However, a motorcycle accident can be dangerous or even fatal without a helmet. Many motorcycle riders wonder just what Miami’s helmet laws are and the penalties for not abiding by them. Helmet Laws in Florida Motorcycle helmet laws apply...
Read moreWhat Happens If YOU are Sued After Causing a Collision?
March 10, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
Florida is a “no-fault” auto insurance state. Most of the time, a car accident victim must look to their own insurance policy to cover their medical bills and lost wages. However, no-fault insurance does not cover non-economic damages such as pain and suffering. It also does not apply to property damage claims. You can...
Read moreFlorida Car and Booster Seat Laws
March 2, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
Did you know that car accidents are the leading cause of death for children in the U.S.? About 20% of all child deaths are due to motor vehicle collisions. However, you can improve your chances of keeping your child safe by buckling them into age-appropriate car safety seats. As per the Florida Department of...
Read moreDo I Need to File a Police Report After a Miami Truck Accident?
February 25, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Florida law requires you to report a Miami truck accident if the accident meets specific criteria. However, because you could sustain injuries that you might not be aware of immediately following a truck accident, it is generally wise to call the police to report the crash and allow them to file a police report....
Read moreIs Covid Affecting Cruise Ships in Miami, FL?
February 22, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
Many people were thrilled when cruise ships set sail again from Miami. The COVID-19 pandemic had shut down the cruise ship industry. With cruise ships back in business, people could again enjoy the open seas and exotic locations. In December 2021, Florida hit the highest level of COVID cases since the pandemic began. Unfortunately,...
Read moreCan Kids Legally Ride on Backs of Motorcycles in Miami, FL?
February 16, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
Miami weather makes it enjoyable to ride a motorcycle all year. Plus, traveling on a bike can make getting through tough Miami traffic a lot easier. Adults have so much fun on bikes that kids often want to share in the fun, too. This leaves many parents wondering how old their child should be...
Read more3 Elements of Standing to Sue
February 10, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
In Florida, you cannot file a lawsuit simply because you don't like a law. A group of law students, for example, cannot file a lawsuit simply to resolve a legal question that intrigues them. A court would dismiss such a lawsuit due to a lack of legal standing to sue. Florida’s requirement for legal...
Read moreFacts About Road Rash You Need to Know
February 7, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
If the term “road rash” sounds unpleasant, that’s because it is. As one of the more common injuries suffered by motorcycle accident victims, road rash may leave a person with swelling, bleeding, and even nerve cell damage. Fortunately, most cases of road rash are considered minor. But sufferers can experience more extreme injuries as...
Read moreHow Much to Expect from a Miami Car Accident Settlement
February 4, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
If you've been injured in a car accident, you may be eligible for an insurance claim settlement to cover your medical bills and repair or replace your vehicle. The amount of your settlement can vary, and each case is different. However, a few factors go into determining car accident injury settlement amounts. Car Accident...
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