Car Accidents

Carol-Lynn Austin | May 10, 2023 | Car Accidents

The Sunshine State is home to beautiful scenic stretches of roadway. But with more tourists visiting than almost any other state and many densely populated cities, it’s also home to many dangerous stretches of roadways. With nearly 350,000 roadway accidents each year in Florida, driving can be quite dangerous.  Knowing the areas that are the… read more

Carol-Lynn Austin | May 9, 2023 | Car Accidents

Car accidents are frequent in New Port Richey, Florida, and the surrounding areas. In Pasco County, there were 7,726 crashes reported in 2022.  Suppose you are involved in a New Port Richey car accident. In that case, it is essential to understand your responsibilities for filing a police report and how doing so impacts a… read more

Carol-Lynn Austin | March 23, 2023 | Car Accidents

Moving violations in Florida include a variety of illegal maneuvers that can result in accidents and injuries. Across the state, specific laws and statutes regulate the practice of passing cars from the right to ensure the safety of motorists and passengers. Failing to comply with these laws can result in serious consequences, including car accidents…. read more

Carol-Lynn Austin | February 27, 2023 | Car Accidents

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to whether you will go to jail after a fatal car accident in Clearwater. It depends on many factors, including whether you caused the accident and, if so, your degree of culpability.  The short answer is “maybe, but not necessarily.” To send you to jail for killing someone in a… read more

Carol-Lynn Austin | 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

Carol-Lynn Austin | 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

Carol-Lynn Austin | 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

Carol-Lynn Austin | 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

Carol-Lynn Austin | 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

Carol-Lynn Austin | 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