Whether you live in Florida City, Miami, or any community, the Fourth of July weekend is a chance to spend time relaxing with friends and family. At Flaxman Law Group, we want to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday weekend. At the same time, since our phone lines at…
Roundabouts are designed to reduce traffic congestion and make our roads safer. Florida has adopted them widely, so there are about 300 roundabouts on Florida roads and 20 on highways across the state. Unlike intersections, roundabouts don’t use road signs and full stops. Instead, drivers yield right of way, improving…
School buses take children safely to and from school, but these large vehicles are often slower-moving and make frequent stops, which means other users of the road have to use additional caution around these vehicles. The Dangers of School Buses School buses face a few additional dangers. If a school…
In Hollywood, Miami, and across Broward County and Miami-Dade County, seatbelts save lives every day. In car collisions, seat belts keep passengers from crashing through windows and windshields, reducing the risk of serious injury. More About Seatbelts and Florida Law The modern three-point seatbelt was invented in 1955, but didn’t…
If you have been in a traffic accident in Fort Lauderdale, determining the cause is important if you want to find out who the liable parties and need to decide whether you have a legal claim to seek compensation for your injuries and losses. Unfortunately, it can be challenging for…
Many traffic accidents in Hollywood and South Florida are caused by driver distraction, driving under the influence, human error, and other decisions made on the part of drivers. However, some collisions can be caused by factors outside a motorist’s control. For example, cities and towns have an obligation to work…
Whenever you are in a traffic crash, it can be a frightening and upsetting situation. Getting the insurance settlement you need can be a journey and it can take time to recover from your injuries. However, if you have been injured on a highway, whether in a rear-end shunt collision,…
While there have been many awareness campaigns about drunk driving collisions in Coral Gables and Florida, many drivers unfortunately remain confused about drugged driving and what it can entail. It may be easier to drive under the influence than many people realize, and the consequences can be devastating. How Drugged…
You don’t have to be in a car to suffer serious injuries in a car collision in Hollywood. Each year, people across South Florida are seriously injured or experience significant property damage when a vehicle crashes into their home or business. In some cases, drivers are not paying attention or…
Your insurance premium is an important part of your car ownership costs and you pay it faithfully. When you find yourself in a car collision, of course, you expect your insurer to help. In reality, many injured drivers and passengers turn to Flaxman Law Group after a car crash in…