Car Accidents

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | February 27, 2020 | Car Accidents

It’s the legislative season in Florida, and one of this session’s bills addresses “peer-to-peer” car rentals. Peer-to-peer rentals are just what they sound like: Rather than renting a car from a big company like Hertz or Avis, you rent a car from another person. The practice has been compared to renting out a home on… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | February 21, 2020 | Car Accidents

We get asked this question all the time. Sometimes at the first meeting with a new client. It’s a perfectly reasonable question. Unfortunately, it’s like asking: “how much does a house cost?” How big is the house? Where is it? Like a house, an injury case can be of enormous value, or it can be… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | February 13, 2020 | Car Accidents, Insurance, Insurance Companies

Here we go again. Legislation to eliminate PIP (personal injury protection) benefits is being taken up in the Florida legislature. It’s been tried before. Special interests kept it alive. It’s an antiquated and useless law that makes it harder for car crash victims to obtain justice. Twelve states and Puerto Rico have no-fault auto insurance… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | February 5, 2020 | Car Accidents

A car insurance policy comes with several components that provide protection for different scenarios. All drivers must carry liability insurance, at a minimum. However, if drivers elect not to purchase additional, optional coverage, they may not be able to recover compensation from their insurer for different types of damages. Our St. Petersburg car accident lawyers… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | January 10, 2020 | Car Accidents

Distracted driving is one of the top causes of car accidents in the United States, and it’s a growing problem. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving is a “dangerous epidemic” and has increased dramatically in recent years. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that distracted driving kills… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | January 6, 2020 | Car Accidents

There are a plethora of vehicle safety features now available to those interested in purchasing a new car. These safety features include everything from blind-spot assistance to rear-view cameras, and have helped many drivers avoid collisions. Below, we illustrate some of the most popular safety features available in cars today and how they may benefit… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | December 16, 2019 | Car Accidents

Hydroplaning is a dangerous phenomenon that may happen to motorists who drive on wet roads during the rainy season. Learn what causes hydroplaning and what you can do to reduce the chances of it happening to you. What is Hydroplaning? Hydroplaning occurs when a car’s tires encounter more water than their treads can displace. This… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | November 20, 2019 | Car Accidents

In previous blogs, we’ve commented that clients often find our “no fault” auto insurance system frustrating. They often can’t understand why their own insurance has to pay for medical care and other expenses right after they are involved in a crash. Part of the answer is that Florida lawmakers wanted to create a simple, self-executing… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | October 31, 2019 | Car Accidents

When you’ve received the devastating news of a loved one’s death, you may not know where to begin. You may be seeking closure, compensation, or someone to blame. If your loved one was killed in a car accident, a wrongful death lawsuit may help you find all three. Car accidents, especially fatal ones, rarely occur… read more

Roman Austin Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | October 8, 2019 | Car Accidents

It can be one of the most painful moments when we meet new clients; that moment when we ask about their auto insurance. “I’ve got full coverage,” the client cheerfully announces, radiating confidence that they’re protected against any misfortune. What Does Full Coverage Actually Mean? Unfortunately, “full coverage” is a misnomer. While we don’t know… read more