Car accidents occur for many reasons, and sometimes, the driver behind the wheel is not the only party responsible. In many Florida car accident cases, a mechanical failure of the vehicle's engine, transmission, brakes, or other components causes the driver to lose control. Determining fault when a car accident occurs due to mechanical failure...

A hit-and-run accident occurs when a driver strikes another and flees the scene without stopping, reporting the incident, or remaining at the scene to provide assistance and share information. A victim of a hit-and-run accident may feel like they have no route forward. However, with the guidance of a hit-and-run attorney at Shapiro |...

Brain injuries are some of the most complex types of personal injuries. The brain is an incredible, working machine with the remarkable ability to heal over time. Yet, it is also very sensitive to outside force and trauma. When an accident occurs, causing damage to the head, the brain could suffer damage even if...

Choosing to go to an emergency room or an urgent care after a car accident can be difficult. First, know that any time there are life-threatening injuries of any type – such as open wounds, broken bones, or head trauma, the most important place to go is the emergency room. Critical care should not...

Florida requires drivers to maintain insurance that protects other drivers on the road with them. If you are buying a car, renting one to drive on a trip, or have been hurt in a car accident, you may need to know what to expect when it comes to Florida’s insurance requirements. A Sarasota car...