Summer is synonymous with road trips, lounging by the pool, going to the beach, and other leisurely activities. Unfortunately, people tend to be more careless while they are in vacation mode. They may be driving in an unfamiliar area, or their judgment is impaired from alcohol or recreational drugs. The following are common summertime accidents and their potential legal consequences.
Car Accident
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The best way to avoid hitting the car in front of you is to steer clear from distractions like looking at your phone or dash console. Keep your eyes on the road and maintain a safe distance, even while stopped at a red light.
Advocates for Highway & Auto Safety, a national group of consumer, medical, public health, law enforcement, and safety groups and insurance companies and agents working together to improve road safety in the U.S., recently found that Florida only has 6 out of 16 laws designed to keep drivers, passengers and motorcyclists safe. This lack of adequate safety regulations causes preventable crashes and deaths, and costs Floridians $13 million each year.
If you are involved in a car accident, call the police or 911 immediately! Obtain a police record and see a medical doctor right away. Then call Ahava Law Group at 888-KLG-9998 (888-554-9998). Do NOT give a statement to an insurance agent until you have consulted us.
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