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Driving Safely in Miami Congestion

Published on: February 12, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

Traffic congestion happens in Miami, Hollywood, and across South Florida. Older roads, heavy reliance on traffic, bad weather, construction, and lots of residents and tourists can all contribute to traffic.

Congestion on the roads does not just lead to delays and frustration. It can also cause car accidents and even chain-reaction car collisions. When people are in a rush, they may get impatient and drive too close. Many Miami rear-end shunt collisions happen this way. Heavy traffic can also cause instances of road rage, which itself can lead to injuries.

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Ways to Teach Your Children to Avoid Injury in Cars

Published on: February 7, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

Child passengers face some unique risks when it comes to Homestead car accidents. The smaller bodies of children are more likely to be adversely affected by crashes and children have little say about who drives them. Parents have a responsibility to ensure those who transport their children are safe.

Moreover, parents have a duty to teach car safety early. Children start learning about road safety long before they apply for a driver’s permit at age 16. Kids also need to learn how to stay safe around cars so they can safely navigate being a pedestrian. Here’s how you can make sure your children grow up ready to live near cars:

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Avoiding Car Accidents in Hollywood When Heading to the Airport

Published on: February 5, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

Trying to catch a flight can be stressful. Getting to Miami airport or any airport area safely can be challenging because these areas tend to attract many people and many airports routinely undergo construction, which means detours, crowds, and difficulty getting around. Signage may not always be ideal and the inconvenience of missing a flight can mean you may be tempted to rush.

When you’re heading to Miami airport or any local airport from Hollywood, you may be at risk of a collision. People dropping off or picking up passengers can create a lot of chaos near the airport and drivers may be distracted by looking for a gate or drop-off area. In addition, airports can be confusing, with cars, taxis, pedestrians, and other road users all sharing the same space and all focused on getting to their next destination. If you are traveling early in the morning or late at night, you may also be dealing with fatigued or groggy drivers, further adding to the risk.

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Ergonomics Is Part of Safe Driving in Hollywood

Published on: January 29, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

When we talk about safe driving in Hollywood and South Florida, we often talk about avoiding distraction, drunk driving, and other dangers. While these are all important, it’s also crucial to set up your vehicle so it helps you drive safely.

If you drive often or drive for work, especially, it is important to ensure your car is set up for ergonomics. You can do this by reading your car manual and:

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Get Mindful About Driving And Reduce Your Risk Of Accidents in Hollywood, FL

Published on: January 15, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

You may have heard about mindful eating and mindful living. A number of experts have suggested when we put our focus on whatever it is we’re doing—whether it’s eating or completing everyday tasks—we get better outcomes. With food, we are less likely to overeat. With work, we are less likely to make errors.

Maybe it’s time for mindful driving, too.

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Reduce Your Risk of Hollywood and Florida Car Accidents in 2020

Published on: January 1, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

Now that the New Year has arrived, it’s time to take stock of ways you can reduce your risk of serious injury. Driving is one of the most hazardous things most of us do on a daily basis, so becoming safer on your daily commute can do much to lower your risk of injury overall.

Drivers in Hollywood, Miami and across Florida face risks every time they get behind the wheel. Whether it’s drunk drivers, poor infrastructure, distraction, or other dangers, it only takes seconds to cause an accident. Fortunately, there are ways you can reduce your risk:

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Look Out for Holiday Parking Lot Accidents in Hollywood and South Florida

Published on: December 11, 2019 | By Flaxman Law Group

At this time of year, many Hollywood residents are spending more time in retail centers across South Florida. You are likely driving to many shopping areas to cross off your holiday shopping list. Unfortunately, so is everyone else. The added traffic and the realities of holiday driving can put you at risk of car accidents in Hollywood and across South Florida.

Surprisingly, parking lots are one of the sites where accidents can easily happen. Even though these accidents tend not to be fatal, they can be devastating. It is not uncommon for these collisions to lead to fractures, head injuries, crushing injuries, and even fatalities. Parking lots at this time of year get very busy and they include shoppers walking around, children running around, cars, and large trucks making deliveries. All of these people and vehicles sharing a small space can result in collisions.

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Avoid Road Trip Injuries When Visiting Family

Published on: November 27, 2019 | By Flaxman Law Group

At this time of year, holiday events many of us are on the road. Whether we’re dropping children off at holiday events at school or driving to family homes for holiday dinners, we’re spending more time in the car. This can lead to an increase in car accidents in Homestead for a few reasons:

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Business Car Trips in Homestead: Staying Safe

Published on: November 8, 2019 | By Flaxman Law Group

Whether you’re traveling for a professional conference, business meeting, or other event, you may decide to take your car, a rental, or a company car instead of flying. While most business trips are productive, they can also be a hazard.

Driving for work can put you at risk of car accidents, especially if you’re distracted by work matters, are in an unfamiliar city, or are trying to tackle projects and aren’t getting as much sleep as usual. You may not know what parts of the city heavy traffic or other dangers and your sleep schedule have may change as you take part in work events. You may be risk of distracted driving or fatigued driving accidents.

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Make a Safe Driving Plan for Your Teens

Published on: November 5, 2019 | By Flaxman Law Group

Scientists know that brain development in teenagers is very different than brain structure in adults. Teenagers still have brains that are developing, which can make it harder for them to evaluate the long-term consequences of their actions. It is one reason why teens are not allowed to drink until they are older, since they need the extra time to grow and accumulate experience to ensure they can handle alcohol safely.

Teen drivers can fall prey to peer pressure or inexperience, which can contribute to car accidents. If you have a teen driver in Homestead or anywhere in South Florida, you may want to talk to them about safe driving. A safe driving plan can include:

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