Commercial truck drivers are often under serious time constraints. As a result, they may push themselves to the limit to make deadlines, which can lead to driving while fatigued. According to SleepFoundation.org, drowsy driving was the cause of at least 91,000...
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How can you tell if you have a concussion?
by BriggsLawFirm | Jun 24, 2021 | Serious Injuries
After a dangerous fall or a painful car crash, you may start to notice signs of traumatic brain injuries like concussions. A concussion may also signal that you are facing other more serious health concerns. Knowing what the common symptoms feel like can help you...
Low visibility and traffic accidents
by BriggsLawFirm | Jun 10, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
You face many different risks behind the wheel, whether a drunk driver collides with your vehicle or someone causes a crash because they are speeding, distracted or drowsy. Weather plays a role in many motor vehicle collisions and it is important to understand how low...
How can you tell if you chose the correct motorcycle helmet?
by BriggsLawFirm | May 25, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
While choosing your perfect motorcycle helmet, you may have first looked for one in a color you like or a design you prefer. However, the fit and safety of a helmet is the most important aspect you should consider. Since every person's needs and head size are...
Does the trucking industry worsen drowsy driving?
by BriggsLawFirm | May 18, 2021 | Truck Accidents
At this point, it is relatively common knowledge that driving while drowsy proves a huge danger to you and other drivers on the road. Unfortunately, this is not always enough to stop individuals from hitting the road while exhausted. A big source of severe drowsy...
The common symptoms of a traumatic brain injury
by BriggsLawFirm | May 12, 2021 | Serious Injuries
If you get into a car accident and experience a sudden blow or jolt to your head, you could also sustain a traumatic brain injury. Brain injuries can range from minor concussions to long-term, debilitating injuries. Brain injuries are a common car accident injury, and...
One dead, others injured in DUI-related accident in Tampa
by BriggsLawFirm | May 4, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
When it comes to the responsibility that drivers in Florida have for their passengers, much debate may exist over exactly how far liability should go. While many might agree that a driver assumes responsibility for any minors they transport in their vehicles, the duty...
How dangerous is eating while driving?
by BriggsLawFirm | May 2, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you asked the average American to describe a “distracted driver,” it is highly likely that he or she would talk about a young teenager trying to post to a social media platform while operating a moving motor vehicle. While there is no doub that the driver in the...
Establishing fault in a distraction-caused car crash
by BriggsLawFirm | Apr 8, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
A distracted driver could be doing something as simple as checking the time. However, eating a meal, having a conversation, reaching for something, texting a friend and programming a GPS are also ways that people drive distracted in Florida. Unfortunately,...
Should I settle my personal injury case?
by BriggsLawFirm | Mar 26, 2021 | Injuries
Were you aware that the vast majority of claims related to accidents or injuries actually never make it into a courtroom? It is far more common for both the plaintiff and the defendant to come to a settlement and avoid court altogether. Whether or not you should look...