When the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration introduced its Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse, it did so to keep substance-abusing truck drivers off the roads. The clearinghouse, which is a database that tracks truck driver substance abuse violations, took...
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Florida drivers injur more pedestrians than any other state
by BriggsLawFirm | Mar 11, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Walking instead of driving can be a great way to reduce greenhouse gases and get some exercise in. Unfortunately, pedestrians in Florida may be putting their lives at risk when they choose to walk around high-traffic areas. A new study reveals the dangers of being a...
An investigation into a truck-car crash must begin quickly
by BriggsLawFirm | Mar 2, 2021 | Truck Accidents
Trucking companies usually have a battery of lawyers to aid in their defense in the event of a truck-car crash. These companies will immediately send investigators to the crash scene, which means that advocates for an injured crash victim must do the same. Law...
What is pure comparative negligence?
by BriggsLawFirm | Mar 1, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you sustain injuries in a motor vehicle accident, you may wish to file a claim for damages such as hospital bills and vehicle repair costs. Florida is a comparative negligence state as it pertains to fault and compensation for damages. This means that the amount of...
What are the signs of internal bleeding?
by BriggsLawFirm | Feb 18, 2021 | Serious Injuries
After an accident, external injuries are easy to notice. You can identify cuts to the skin, bruising and in some cases broken bones. However, if you suffer from internal bleeding, it may be more difficult to diagnose. According to Healthline, the most common cause of...
What should you do after falling in a business owner’s property?
by BriggsLawFirm | Jan 31, 2021 | Injuries
While shopping in a Florida-based business recently, you slipped and almost fell. If you had taken a tumble and hurt yourself, would you know what to do next? Chron lays out the steps to take after slipping and falling on a business owner's property. Ensure that you...
Does the acceptance of drowsy driving increase its deadliness?
by BriggsLawFirm | Jan 21, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
As a driver, it is important to be aware of the dangerous behaviors other drivers may engage in. Intoxicated driving and distracted driving are two of the most well known. But distracted driving is a large umbrella, under which many actions exist. One of these actions...
What are some tips to stay safe around trucks?
by BriggsLawFirm | Jan 6, 2021 | Truck Accidents
Semi trucks are perpetually on American roads. While the presence of many trucks on the highways indicates a strong economy, driving around these big roadway behemoths may be intimidating. Commercial vehicles like trucks and buses handle differently than traditional...
What is Florida personal injury protection insurance?
by BriggsLawFirm | Dec 30, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Everyone is responsible for keeping Florida a safe place to drive. Part of that shared responsibility is maintaining personal injury protection insurance. The Florida legislature enacted this law to make the legal system more efficient when it comes to auto accidents....
Florida second in nation for fatal work zone car wrecks
by BriggsLawFirm | Dec 28, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
When you encounter road construction when driving in Florida, you may consider it a nuisance. However, statistics show that Florida’s work zones often lead to more than just traffic delays. Florida’s work zones are some of the most dangerous in the entire nation, and...