Motorcycle accidents are a common occurrence during Bike Week, a popular motorcycle event that takes place annually in Florida. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2019, there were 5,014 motorcycle-related deaths in the nation....
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Florida’s Statewide “Stay at the Scene Campaign”
by angel@scmfla.com | Feb 3, 2022 | Car Accidents
February is hit and run awareness month in Florida. According to a statement by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), hit-and-run crashes in Florida increased by: • 18% for fatalities • 20% of severe injuries • 17% for crashes...
Motor Vehicle Accidents: We Focus on Your Financial Recovery While You Focus on Healing
by angel@scmfla.com | Jan 28, 2022 | Car Accidents
Following a motor vehicle accident, financial recovery is often a major concern. The compensation for a victim is generally the cost of injuries and property damages. It appears to be a simple calculation, however the many unique circumstances of an accident factor...
Reviewing statistics on bike accidents
by angel@scmfla.com | Nov 24, 2021 | Blog, Motor Vehicle Accidents
Whether you worry about the safety of your child while they ride their bicycle or you regularly ride your bike to work, you need to understand the risks that bicyclists face when riding near traffic. Every year, these accidents claim many lives and result in even more...
What Malpractice Issues Disproportionately Impact Seniors?
by angel@scmfla.com | Nov 19, 2021 | Blog, Medical Malpractice
A great irony you may encounter in the Sunshine State is that, while multitudes of Americans come here to retire, there are many medical malpractice issues that are prevalent among senior Floridians. Conventionally, you may assume that seniors who die while under a...
What should you know about cervical spinal cord injuries?
by angel@scmfla.com | Nov 16, 2021 | Blog, Motor Vehicle Accidents
According to Shepherd Center, the cervical spine is within the neck and consists of the C-1 through C-7 vertebrae. Because of the proximity to the head and brain, these injuries are usually more severe than other types of spinal cord damage. Understanding cervical...
Emotional changes after a traumatic brain injury
by angel@scmfla.com | Oct 28, 2021 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents
People often focus on the physical or cognitive effects of a traumatic brain injury from a motor vehicle accident. However, a TBI can also affect your emotions. Following a car accident, you may feel misunderstood or isolated from others. The cognitive effects of your...
Should school sports teams have athletic trainers on staff?
by angel@scmfla.com | Oct 13, 2021 | Injuries
An athletic trainer is a health professional who can assist athletes and assess them for fitness. These professionals may be more likely to notice issues and could be beneficial on school sports teams. According to the Citrus County Chronicle, there is a debate in...
What are some signs of a skull fracture?
by angel@scmfla.com | Oct 1, 2021 | Serious Injuries
An automobile crash can inflict a variety of severe injuries, some of which may not manifest right away. Nonetheless, you should be aware of symptoms of a potentially life-threatening injury like head trauma. If you hit your head during a car collision, a skull...
Road rage and serious car accidents: What you should know
by angel@scmfla.com | Sep 21, 2021 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents
As a Florida motorist, you know firsthand how tedious it can be to navigate busy roadways. In some instances, you may feel anxiety, frustration and anger towards other drivers as you rush to a meeting or hurry home from work. Road rage is a serious issue affecting...