Car Accidents

John Austin | May 13, 2025 | Car Accidents

Florida’s open container law makes it illegal to possess or consume alcohol in an open container while operating or occupying a motor vehicle. This law applies to both drivers and passengers and is strictly enforced throughout the state. Violating the open container law can result in fines, citations, and other legal penalties. Overview of Florida’s… read more

John Austin | May 2, 2025 | Car Accidents

After a car accident, many people focus on the cost of repairs. But even after your vehicle is fixed, it might not be worth as much as it was before the crash. This drop in value is called diminished value, and in some cases, you can file a claim to recover that lost value. In… read more

John Austin | May 2, 2025 | Car Accidents

Generally, a collision has to be a moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash for airbags to deploy. 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

John Austin | April 29, 2025 | Car Accidents

Many Florida drivers wonder if running a yellow light is legal. Knowing the laws about yellow lights is key to safe driving, avoiding tickets and car accidents. The answer requires understanding Florida’s traffic laws. What Florida Law Says About Yellow Lights According to Florida Statute section 316.075, a yellow light warns that the light is about… read more

John Austin | April 28, 2025 | Car Accidents

Neck and back injuries are some of the most common—and costly—outcomes of car accidents. Even a crash at low speed can cause serious pain, limited movement, and long-term medical needs. Many people wonder what kind of compensation they can expect for these types of injuries. This blog explains the average neck and back injury settlement… read more

John Austin | April 23, 2025 | Car Accidents

So-called “driverless cars”, “self-driving vehicles”, or “autonomous vehicles” have been gradually developing for decades. We seem to be approaching a tipping point, however, where within a few years the roads may be full of self-driving delivery vehicles.  ​Several companies are making significant strides in the development of self-driving delivery vehicles in the United States. So,… read more

John Austin | March 31, 2025 | Car Accidents

Auto accidents happen in many ways, and every type poses different kinds of injury risks. The term “T-bone accidents” refers to collisions where the front of one vehicle crashes into the side of another. At the point of impact, the two vehicles form the shape of an uppercase “T.”  Also known as broadside accidents, t-bone… read more

John Austin | March 5, 2025 | Car Accidents

If you have been involved in a car accident in Florida, you may not know whether your license can be suspended after an accident. In some cases, an accident can lead to a license suspension, but this depends on the circumstances of the crash, liability, and compliance with state laws. Understanding the situations that may… read more

John Austin | February 27, 2025 | Car Accidents

If you drive any vehicle manufactured in the United States within the last 25 years, it is equipped with airbags. These devices are estimated to have saved more than 50,000 lives over the last 38 years. Although they are designed to deploy in the event of a motor vehicle crash, they do not always do… read more

John Austin | February 13, 2025 | Car Accidents

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the aftermath of an auto accident is a very real and serious condition. The American Psychological Association reports that motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of PTSD in the general population. Auto accidents can result in life-changing injuries, financial devastation, and fatalities.  If you or a loved one has… read more