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What to Do After a Car Accident in Miami-Dade County

Published on: February 5, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you have been in a traffic collision in any community in Miami-Dade County, it’s important to keep in mind that you have rights. If you have been in a collision, the first thing to do is to remain calm and to evaluate the situation. Is the accident serious? Could there be a fuel leak? Is anyone seriously injured and in need of help? If the accident is serious, you’ll want to contact emergency services immediately and follow their instruction to try to avoid further injury. Avoid moving anyone unless instructed to do so, since you may cause further injury.

If the accident was minor, you will want to pull over your car to get out of the way. In these cases, it may be safer to pull over and allow traffic to pass. You will want to exchange contact information and insurance information with the other driver. However, avoid discussing the accident or talking about what may have caused it. It is too early to tell what caused the accident and you don’t want to make a statement which can later affect your claim.

In the event of a hit-and-run, take down as many details as you remember and report the incident to police. Hit-and-run accidents are unfortunately common in Miami, but they are also illegal. Police can help you file a claim and your insurance company may be able to compensate you if you have coverage for uninsured or underinsured drivers.

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Types of Car Accidents in Parkland

Published on: January 22, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

In Parkland and across South Florida, car collisions can happen for any number of reasons. No matter why your collision has occurred, it can be an upsetting and life-altering experience. Knowing the most common types of accidents, however, can help you understand what you can do to prevent these collisions.

Common Car Collisions in Parkland

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The Financial Costs of a Car Accident in Oakland Park

Published on: January 1, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you’re in a car accident in Oakland Park—or any South Florida community, for that matter—your immediate concern may be your health. And you probably can predict that you will face some costs. You may know you may need to visit the doctor and get your car repaired, for example. However, many residents of the Oakland Park area underestimate the many expenses of a car collision in South Florida.

It’s important to keep costs in mind when you’ve been in a car collision. After all, when you submit a claim to your insurance company, you need to know how much you can expect to pay for your injuries and damages so you can be sure your insurance company pays you a fair amount. At Flaxman Law Group, we often work with traffic collision survivors who underestimate the following financial costs:

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Avoiding Car Accidents

Published on: November 4, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

Car accidents in Homestead and across South Florida can occur for any number of reasons, including drunk driving, distraction, driver error, and more. These collisions can cause serious injuries, including spinal cord trauma, traumatic brain injuries, facial injuries, and even fatalities.

Fortunately, there are many ways you can avoid car accidents from happening in your community:

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Helping Seniors Drive Safe in Hollywood

Published on: September 30, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

Seniors can be very safe drivers. They have years of experience behind the wheel and they are less likely to take part in dangerous driving or risky behaviors. That said, seniors do face additional challenges. They may develop medical conditions which affect their mobility driving ability, for example. The roads and even technology in cars may have also changed significantly since the they last received formal driving instruction.

For many families, it’s a difficult conversation to have: when should mom or dad give up their car keys? For many seniors, giving up their car keys is a serious worry because it affects their independence. If you as a family are having this discussion, there are a few things you can do to help keep your senior family member safer:

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What To Do After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Homestead

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

Being in a car crash in Homestead with one vehicle is intimidating, but being in a chain reaction crash or multi-vehicle collision can be even more confusing and dangerous. Chain reaction accidents can happen on highways, at intersections, and during traffic accidents.

Multi-vehicle crashes can lead to more serious injuries. There may be multiple points of impact. Some cars in the center may have passengers trapped inside. All of this can increase the risk of burn injuries, amputations, head injuries, and other serious injuries. Each time your car is impacted in a crash, you may sustain an injury.

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Car Accidents in Miami Involving Emergency Vehicles

Published on: July 22, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

Being in a car accident in Miami is always scary, but it can be even more so if your collision is with an emergency vehicle. It can be deeply intimidating to be involved in a crash with an emergency responder or police officer and you may assume that you will automatically be found at fault. In these cases, it is especially important for you to stay calm and to value evaluate your options carefully. You may also want to consult with a Miami traffic accident attorney for support.

Emergency responders such as police cars, ambulances, fire trucks, and other vehicles drive very quickly in order to get to emergency scenes. The professionals at the wheel of these vehicles receive additional training to allow them to safely navigate the streets at high speeds and in unusual circumstances. Nevertheless, it doesn’t necessarily mean that if you have been in an accident with an emergency vehicle that you were at fault. Human error still can be a factor and in some cases police officers, firefighters, ambulance drivers, and others are negligent or do make mistakes which cause a crash.

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Where to Turn for Help in Today’s COVID-19 World After a Car Crash

Published on: May 22, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

After a car collision in Hollywood or your community, it can be hard to know where to turn for help. With the COVID-19 pandemic, a car accident can seem even more upsetting. With things just starting to get back to normal, many resources still feel out of reach.

Nevertheless, there are places you can and should turn to if you have been in a front-end collision or any car crash in Hollywood or South Florida:

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Driving a Lot for Work and Avoiding Car Collisions in Homestead

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

If your workplace continues to be open with the COVID-19 pandemic, you may still be driving to work frequently right now, and that can still mean you are concerned about car crashes in Homestead or your community. Even though the rush hour may be less rushed, there are still risks. You can still be in an accident and in fact the situation right now, with its worries and distractions, can be a danger on the road.

Fortunately, there are things you can do to help reduce your risk:

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How Worry Can Cause Car Accidents in Homestead

Published on: March 20, 2020 | By Flaxman Law Group

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing many areas of our lives. Many of us are working from home, checking in on elderly loved ones, and concerned about the future. We’re consuming more news and may be feeling some anxiety. In addition to affecting our everyday lives, the current situation and the stress it can produce can impact our ability to drive safely in a few ways:

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