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What Should I Do After a Car Accident?

Published on: December 21, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you’ve been in a car accident, the actions you take immediately following the crash can help determine how well you can heal from your injuries and even how successfully you can recover compensation for your losses.

Immediately following an accident of any size, whether it’s a fender bender or a large multi vehicle crash, try to stay calm. Evaluate what has happened. If there is any chance you have significantly hit your head or you may need emergency medical assistance, call 911. You will also want to call for emergency services if someone else at the scene is seriously injured.

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Chain Reaction Accidents

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

You’ve probably passed them on the road: accidents involving multiple vehicles and multiple drivers. These accidents can happen on Florida streets for a number of reasons. Sometimes, heavy traffic can mean one accident creates a chain reaction because other drivers don’t have enough space or time to come to a complete stop or to maneuver out of the way.

Chain reaction accidents can also be caused by high speeds on highways, where there simply may not be enough time to respond to avoid an accident. Truck accidents can also lead to multiple vehicle crashes, because the size and force of a truck can crash through multiple vehicles before coming to a complete stop.

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What Can I Do If Another Driver Accuses Me of Causing a Car Accident?

Published on: October 14, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you’re in an accident and have suffered an injury or any car damage, that can be stressful enough. A crash can affect your life for years and even a minor fender-bender can spoil your day. The situation can be even worse if the other driver accuses you of causing the accident.

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How Can You Prove What Caused a Car Accident?

Published on: September 21, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you’ve been in a car collision in South Florida, you may have questions about what caused your crash. In Florida, you have the right to pursue a lawsuit if someone’s recklessness caused your injuries, so finding out whether a driver was negligent can be important to helping you recover fair compensation for your injuries.

One of your first instincts after an accident may be to call police. While police may come to the scene of some accidents and create a police report, law enforcement resources are limited. Most police will not do a thorough investigation of most crashes.

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How Micromobility Programs Can Affect Car Accidents

Published on: September 9, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Many cities across the country are seeing a rise in the use of smaller, lighter personal vehicles such as e-scooters, bicycles, e-bikes, and motorcycles. Part of this trend may be because these vehicles use less gasoline (or no gasoline), making them more economical and better for the environment. Users also now have access to e-scooter and e-bike sharing in some cities, allowing for greater access.

All of this raises some questions: How do micromobility vehicles affect car accident risks? If you’re in a collision with someone on a rented bike, e-scooter, or other vehicle, what is the insurance process like?

Let’s explore some answers.

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The Six Things You Need to Know If You’re in a South Florida Car Accident (Part Two)

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

Last week, we started this short series by telling you three of six important things you must know if you’re in a traffic accident. This week, we tackle the remaining three things you need to know:

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The Six Things You Need to Know If You’re in a South Florida Car Accident (Part One)

Published on: August 26, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Each year, lives in South Florida are permanently changed because of car accidents. While most people don’t realize it, driving is one of the most dangerous things you do and the longer you drive the greater your risk of being in a serious crash, even if you’re a good driver.

If you’re in a car accident, there are some things you need to know. These simple facts can mean the difference between you getting the fair compensation you need to pay for lost income, medical bills, and property damage and not getting the financial recovery you need.

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Miami Beach Car Show Injuries

Published on: January 28, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Miami Beach is an excellent spot for car shows, and each year the community hosts special events to celebrate classic and vintage cars, fast sports cars, and the latest in new motor vehicles. Car shows can be a great place to add to your collection, see the new tech available in the industry, admire cars which are works of art, or see some cars in action.

The organizers of these events have a duty of care to attendees. They are expected to take steps to make their shows safe. Since these events include powerful machinery and sometimes high speeds, car show organizers know they have an especial obligation to think carefully about safety. When they fail to do so and an injury occurs, they may be held.

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Understanding Your Car Insurance in Fort Lauderdale

Published on: January 14, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you’re ever in a car collision in Fort Lauderdale, knowing you have a good insurance policy can bring you peace of mind. Generally, you expect your insurer to deal with you fairly and to give you the compensation you need to pay for car repairs, medical bills, and other covered expenses.

Unfortunately, after a car crash this does not always happen, and it can be frustrating to be dealing with the aftermath of a collision and an insurance provider who doesn’t provide you with what you consider fair service.

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Have You Suffered an Injury in a Miami Car Show?

Published on: January 7, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Miami car shows are a popular form of entertainment, allowing owners of muscle cars, hot rods, historic cars, and other collectibles to compete, come together, and take part in fun events. Miami International Auto Show, Cruisin’ South Florida, Cars & Coffee events, Dream Car Classic events, and other shows draw tens of thousands of people.

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