A motor vehicle collision can be frightening, causing minor injuries or catastrophic trauma to its victims as well as costly property damage. According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there are at least 200,000 accidents annually in the state. The...
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Motor Vehicle Accidents
Uber & Lyft Auto Accidents
by BriggsLawFirm | Sep 13, 2022 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
As ride-sharing services have become more popular, so have the accidents involving Lyft and Uber vehicles. A recent study found that traffic fatalities rose in most major categories in 2019, with passenger vehicle occupants being number one. With more people opting...
Reviewing statistics on bike accidents
by BriggsLawFirm | 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 should you know about cervical spinal cord injuries?
by BriggsLawFirm | 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 BriggsLawFirm | 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...
Road rage and serious car accidents: What you should know
by BriggsLawFirm | 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...
Why do backover accidents happen so frequently?
by BriggsLawFirm | Sep 10, 2021 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents
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...
The costs of your SCI
by BriggsLawFirm | Aug 16, 2021 | Motor Vehicle Accidents, Serious Injuries
Tending to your injuries after a motor vehicle accident is rarely a free affair, but suffering a spinal cord injury brings those costs to all-time highs. These costs include the financial but include physical and emotional tolls as well. Knowing these costs may not...
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...