Monthly Archives: February 2020
How Can Parents Help Their Children Stay Safe While Riding Their Bikes To School?
Children are often oblivious to the dangers that surround them. While this is a good thing to some degree so that they can enjoy their childhood and innocence, parents also need to help them understand some things that can cause them harm, such as avoiding bicycle accidents. In order to help your child stay… Read More »
Sometimes When I’m Driving To Work I Will See A Person Riding A Bike Against The Flow Of Traffic. Is That Legal?
By law, bicyclists are viewed as motorists and expected to follow the same rules of the road as other drivers of vehicles. For this reason, bicycles are NOT permitted to ride against the flow of traffic. But, beware! Most bicycle accidents that involve another vehicle occur in an intersection. Over 60% of those bicycle-vehicle… Read More »
My Husband Was Killed In A Miami-Dade County Wrongful Death Accident. I Am Devastated And Scared Because He Was The Sole Financial Provider For Our Family. How Do I Know If I Need An Attorney, Or Will The Insurance Companies Pay For This?
Anytime a sudden death occurs, the surviving family members are so shaken up that it is difficult to know what needs to be done first. In almost every wrongful death in Miami-Dade County or anywhere for that matter, an experienced wrongful death attorney should be consulted. There are many twists and turns in a… Read More »
Are Car Accidents Still The Leading Cause Of Death In America?
The Department of Transportation just released findings revealing that for the first time since 1981, motor vehicle traffic crashes are not among the top 10 causes of death in the United States. Researchers are considering the fact that child car safety laws have prevented a good percentage of car-related fatalities. However, the same study… Read More »
Is It True That Florida A&M University Is Blaming The Drum Major Hazing Victim For His Own Wrongful Death?
Question: Is it true that Florida A&M University is blaming the drum major hazing victim for his own wrongful death? Answer: After being beaten to death by his marching band colleagues, recent court documents reveal that A&M have appointed blame to Robert Champion for his own wrongful death. According to the university, members of… Read More »
I Want To Talk With My Dad Who Is Living In A Nursing Home. I Think He Is Being Mistreated. Are There Things I Should Avoid Saying To Him?
Yes, there are things you should avoid saying to your parent when talking about the care he receives in his nursing home. This can be a sensitive topic and a difficult conversation to have. Because of this, it is important that you make sure your dad feels supported and not judged. In order to… Read More »
My Child Was Riding His Bike To School When He Got Hit By A Car Door. Can We Pursue A Claim Against That Driver?
More than likely you have a claim for damages against the driver of the car. It sounds like the driver may have parked his or her car and exited without looking for approaching bicyclists. When this happens, the bicyclist is considered a victim of being ‘doored’. Sadly, bicyclists who are doored often flip over… Read More »
Are Children At Higher Risk For Suffering Bicycle Accident Injuries In The Summer?
Yes. Especially with summer coming up, children are more susceptible to being in Florida bicycle accidents. This is because kids typically play outside more during the summer, they are smaller in size—making it harder for drivers to see them—and they aren’t aware of the dangers drivers present to them. Even on quiet residential streets,… Read More »
Can My Child Make A Financial Recovery After Being Hit By A Car In Our Neighborhood?
It depends. Every bicycle accident in Florida is unique. Depending on the circumstances, the details of the crash, and your child’s injuries, you may or may not have a valid claim. In order to determine whether your family can make a financial recovery for your child’s injuries, you should contact a skilled attorney to… Read More »
Can Brain Injuries Really Be Prevented With A Bicycle Helmet?
Yes. Bicycle helmets have been shown to reduce head and brain injuries in Florida bicycle accidents. Some studies and research indicates that as many as 75 to 85 percent of cycling-related head and brain injuries could be prevented with the use of a bicycle helmet. And according to the National Injury Prevention Foundation, up… Read More »
