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The Difference Between a Freeway and a Highway

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Understanding the difference between a freeway and a highway is important. It can be especially relevant when evaluating fault and legal liability after a crash. In California, these distinctions can impact how a case is...more

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Public Trust on the Road – A Life Reality that All Should Consider

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In a recent vehicular negligence opinion from the Texas Supreme Court, the Court addressed legal issues of proximate cause and substantial factor-to-injury in a situation where a vehicle, while driving in icy conditions,...more

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The Deadliest Highway Stretches in California

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California is a large state with thousands of miles of roads, highways, and interstates within its borders. The state also has one of the nation’s highest numbers of traffic fatalities. From Sacramento to Encino, CA,...more

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The Role of Toxicology in Florida Accident Investigations: What Happens If Drugs or Alcohol Are Suspected?

Accident investigations are essential for determining cause(s), assigning liability, and improving public safety. In Florida, where bustling roads, recreational boating, and tourism create dynamic environments, the role of...more

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Florida’s Unique Challenges in Truck Accident Investigations: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

Truck accidents are among the most devastating and complex types of motor vehicle collisions. Due to the size and weight of commercial trucks, these accidents often result in severe injuries, fatalities, and significant...more

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What To Do At A Yellow Light

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Yellow lights often cause confusion because drivers do not know what to do when they encounter a yellow light signal. The rules are clear, but those rules have not made yellow light situations any safer. Knowing the rules is...more

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Tailgating: How to Prove That a Vehicle Was Following Too Closely

Aggressive drivers often act like they are more important than everyone else on the road. One tactic they use is to follow so closely that the driver in front feels obligated to speed up. Other times, drivers tailgate to get...more

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The ‘Driving Discussion’

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This article discusses the sensitive topic of how to know when it’s time to relinquish the car keys once people realize they are no longer able to drive safely. As we age, we may start dreading the eventual “driving...more

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Recovering Damages in Tallahassee Truck Accident Lawsuits: Understanding Your Rights

Truck accident lawsuits are far more complicated than cases involving ordinary car accidents for a number of reasons. Because trucks are commercial vehicles, accidents tend to bring lawyers onto the scene with unbelievable...more

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The Impact of Weather Conditions on Car Accidents in Florida: Tips for Safe Driving

Weather changes happen rapidly in Florida. The state’s tropical climate can cause severe hazards for drivers. It’s imperative to pay attention to the weather and understand how various weather-related hazards can increase the...more

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Obtaining Traffic Camera Footage in Florida: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you have a claim for a car accident in Florida, video footage of the accident could be the clearest evidence of your right to just compensation. Traffic accidents are increasingly being caught on video—with state and local...more

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Identifying the Defendants in a Florida Truck Accident Case

Trucking accidents can have a devastating impact on the victim’s life. This is, in part, due to the fact that passenger cars are no match for an oncoming semi. While such accidents often result in greater injuries than a...more

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How to Protect Yourself and Your Rights After a Truck Accident in Florida

If you have been involved in a Florida truck accident, then your world has likely been turned upside down. It is understandable that you likely do not know what steps to take next. To make matters worse, you are likely to be...more

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Automotive and Trucking Accidents in the U.S. with Foreign Defendants: What Insurers Need to Know

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Attorneys Mike Forte and Vince Saccomando discuss defense strategies for automotive and trucking accidents in the U.S. with both foreign and U.S. defendants. They outline what insurers should know in handling these claims...more

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Butler's Thursday Tips | Little Black Box

In this week's Thursday Tip, attorney Paula Solano discusses the use of ECMs in Third-Party vehicle claims. #ButlerLegal #Law #VehicleAccidents #BlackBox ...more

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Safety Tips For Commercial Truck Drivers

PREVENTING FLORIDA TRUCK ACCIDENTS - While we can never prevent all truck crashes, many deaths and serious injuries can be avoided if truck drivers and drivers of other motor vehicles all do their part. Here are some...more

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Accident Prevention

Even if you have done everything in your power to maintain your vehicle, drive safely, and protect passengers from harm, it is not always possible to prevent death or serious injury from an unexpected vehicle crash. NEW...more

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Rear-End Vehicle Collisions

According to government statistics, more than 25 percent of all motor vehicle accidents involve rear-end collisions. While these dangerous accidents can result from a variety of factors, a study published by the Insurance...more

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Hit and Run Accidents

Under Florida law, all drivers are required to stop at the scene when they are involved in an accident. Unfortunately, despite the criminal penalties for “leaving the scene of an accident,” hit and run accidents are common,...more

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Evolving Technology in Autonomous Vehicles — When will states catch up?

Autonomous Vehicles still need drivers - A new study on autonomous vehicles (AVs) suggests states should pass legislation requiring driver licenses for those behind the wheels of a new wave of cars. The Governors...more

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