With the shutdown of much air travel over the past two years, more people have taken to the roads. And while road travel may have reduced the spread of the COVID-19 virus, in Florida, it has increased the incidents of traffic accidents and fatalities. According to the U.S. Transportation Department, traffic fatalities surged in 2021, …
What Does FL PIP Insurance Do For You?
When a car accident happens that results in injuries, it’s important to understand who is liable for the costs of those injuries. In the United States, insurance laws are made at the state level, and in Florida, we are one of 12 states with no-fault insurance laws. This means that if you are injured in …
Who is Liable if a Permit Driver Causes an Accident in Florida?
Driving around South Florida can be stressful for anyone, given our tourist, seasonal, and elderly populations. But we also have new drivers who are just learning the ropes on our roads as well. Learning to drive while navigating our already burgeoning traffic issues can be difficult enough for permit drivers. And unfortunate accidents can be …
Why Are Auto Glass Installers Not Getting Paid Fairly For Their Work?
While Florida law now allows individuals with comprehensive insurance coverage to get their damaged windshield repaired without cost, you would think this would provide the auto glass industry with a great amount of work. That is a good thing, right? But for many in the auto glass industry, it has not been a good thing …
Should I Get a Police Report After An Accident in Boca Raton?
Car accidents come out of the blue, and no one is ever prepared. The time right after a car accident can be confusing and you want to make sure you do the right thing. But how do you know what the “right thing” is? In Florida, do you need to report all car accidents to …
What Are the Consequences of Reckless Driving?
Here in Boca Raton, we are seeing far more reckless drivers than ever before. Despite lockdowns in 2020, the Florida Highway Patrol reported that while collisions were down, they were deadlier. FHP reported a 70 percent increase in citations for going over 100 mph. 3,300 traffic fatalities were reported in the same time, more than …
What If the Auto Glass Installer Gives Me Defective Equipment?
Unfortunately, a damaged windshield in Tampa is not only inconvenient. It is dangerous. But windshield glass damage has become increasingly common as vehicles become more lightweight. Whether you have sustained a small crack or chip in your windshield, or more significant damage, you never want to ignore it, no matter how small. Studies have shown …
Should I Get My Windshield Replaced If It Has a Small Chip In It?
Anyone who drives our Tampa area roads knows how chipped windshields are often just part of living here. Whether we are contending with the never-ending road construction or are just unfortunate enough to get behind a large truck hauling rocks and gravel, our car windshields often take a beating here in Florida. But what are …
What Are the Most Common Examples of Distracted Driving?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving is “any activity that diverts attention from driving.” This can include anything from texting to talking to other passengers in the car. Anything that can take your attention away from what is in front of you while you are driving can be considered a distraction. …
Insurance Companies Are Not Paying Florida Auto Glass Companies After They Replace Windshields.
As usual, the insurance industry is crying foul, complaining that they are subject to a wave of lawsuits over the way they handle Florida windshield repair claims. Unfortunately, the people squeezed in the middle are the very people who are doing the actual repairs. They are increasingly unable to collect money from large insurance companies …
