The Briggs Law Firm Blog

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...

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...

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...

Pedestrian accidents have become alarmingly common in recent years. In fact, since 2009, the number of automobile-pedestrian accidents has jumped by more than 50%. Sadly, in 2019, approximately 6,200 pedestrians died from injuries they suffered when cars collided with...

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...

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...

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...

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...