Car Accidents

Mark Roman | February 13, 2023 | Car Accidents

Florida marijuana laws are very clear. Marijuana for recreational use is against the law. However, individuals with a valid Medical Marijuana Use Registry identification card can use marijuana for approved medical purposes. If a buzzed or high driver injures you, it can help to understand Florida marijuana laws and how they apply to a personal… read more

Mark Roman | February 2, 2023 | Car Accidents

You may have heard that your car’s airbags will deploy if you’re in a “moderate to severe” collision. But what does that mean, and how does your car know you’ve been involved in a crash? Will they go off in every collision, and what happens if they don’t go off when you need them to?… read more

Mark Roman | February 2, 2023 | Car Accidents

One of the first things that often happens after you get involved in a car accident in Tampa Bay, Florida, is someone calls the police. While they can help to direct traffic around the wreck and deal with other complications, they also serve another important purpose at accident sites. They write accident reports. An accident… read more

Mark Roman | January 24, 2023 | Car Accidents

Many people consider a “fender bender” a minor car accident. However, there is no such thing as a “minor” car crash. Even a fender bender can result in more than $500 in property damage, which requires you to report the crash to the police.  What Are the Reporting Requirements for Florida Fender Benders?  Drivers involved… read more

Mark Roman | January 7, 2023 | Car Accidents

Children these days are on the go with school and family and extracurricular activities. In addition to driving with their parents, a child could ride on the bus or with another family member, friend, or another adult who has permission to drive them.   In one recent year, 607 children 12 and younger who were passengers… read more

Mark Roman | January 3, 2023 | Car Accidents

According to the most recent data available from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there were over 360,000 motor vehicle accidents of all types in 2022. This means that every month, more than 30,000 accidents occur on and near Florida roadways. The factual circumstances surrounding each of these collisions may differ,… read more

Mark Roman | November 6, 2022 | Car Accidents

Car accidents are unfortunately inevitable in our fast-paced world. Typical causes of car accidents in Florida are distracted driving, drunk driving, and speeding.  Florida is a no-fault state when it comes to car insurance. This means that if you are in a car accident that involves another car, a truck, a motorcycle, or even an… read more

Mark Roman | October 29, 2022 | Car Accidents

A recent article in Scientific American analyzed whether red light cameras actually make streets safer. Using available data, the article concluded that while red light cameras, which automatically take photographs of drivers who run red lights, did reduce the incidence of red light violations, their overall effect on safety was questionable.  Specifically, the article found… read more

Mark Roman | October 3, 2022 | Car Accidents

Hurricanes and tropical storms can cause damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles due to flooding and high winds. These storms cost Americans billions of dollars each year, and Hurricane Ian is predicted to be one of the most expensive storms in U.S. history. Continue reading to learn what you should do with a damaged car… read more

Mark Roman | September 26, 2022 | Car Accidents

Florida law requires any driver involved in an accident that results in injury, death, or property damage over $500 to report the accident to the local police department. Florida Highway Patrol may respond to the accident scene and prepare an accident report. You may need a copy of this report to help with your insurance… read more