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Driving Safely Through Roundabouts

Published on: June 29, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

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 the flow of traffic.

While studies have shown that roundabouts reduce the risk of accidents, motorists are sometimes intimidated by them and aren’t sure how to drive safely through a roundabout. We’ve created this guide to help you.

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Driving Safely Around School Buses

Published on: June 17, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

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.

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Safety Belts Save Lives in Accidents

Published on: June 10, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

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.

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Why Finding the Cause of a Fort Lauderdale Car Collision Can Be Challenging

Published on: April 29, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

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 most drivers to figure out the cause of their accident for a few reasons:

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How Road Design in Hollywood Could Have Caused Your Collision

Published on: March 11, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

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 with experienced professionals to design and create safe roadways. When they fail to do this, serious collisions can result.

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What You Need to Know About Highway Accidents in Miami-Dade County

Published on: February 4, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

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, a side-swipe crash, a head-on accident, or any incident in Miami-Dade, you may face some additional challenges.

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The Dangers of Drugged Driving in Coral Gables

Published on: February 2, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

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.

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Hollywood Property Damage After a Car Accident

Published on: August 20, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

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 are impaired when they leave the roadway, jump over the sidewalk, and plow into private property. While homes and businesses close to the road are at risk, virtually anyone can suffer property damage in this type of collision.

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Filing an Insurance Claim After a Car Collision in Miami-Dade County

Published on: August 6, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

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 Miami-Dade County because they run into challenges.

In some cases, insurers may reject a legitimate claim or may delay paying. In other cases, injured passengers and drivers end up being offered less than they expect or less than they need to pay for repairs, injuries, and other costs related to their accident. Fortunately, Florida law does protect injured parties.

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Car Accident Injuries in Hollywood–Part Two

Published on: June 17, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

Earlier this week, we examined some of the common and devastating injuries which can result from traffic crashes in Hollywood. Today, we’re looking at some more common injuries, including:

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