According to a recent study out of Pennsylvania’s Department of Public Safety, accidents involving hazardous cargo are more likely to be trucking accidents rather than train accidents. In that state, there have been 88 railroad collisions and accidents since 2001, and none have involved dangerous cargo. In the past ten…
Trucking accidents in Hollywood and other cities can cause serious injuries by the impact alone. The size and force of a big rig or tractor trailer crashing into a passenger vehicle can cause an impact that causes injuries such as head trauma, fractures, paralysis, and other injuries. However, victims in…
Unexpected medical expenses are the leading cause of personal bankruptcy across the country, according to some studies. Even motorists who have excellent medical coverage and car insurance often find themselves paying substantial amounts out-of-pocket after a serious car or truck crash in Homestead or their community. There are a number…
There is some good news when it comes to the number of serious car accidents in Homestead and other U.S. communities. Between 2012 and 2013, the number of fatal automobile crashes across the nation dropped about three percent while the number of injuries in car collisions declined about two percent.…
According to Florida Highway Patrol, cargo theft is a major concern across the state. While it does not get as much attention as trucking accidents in Miami and other cities, it is a huge problem for the industry and for truck drivers. Not only does it cause financial losses, but…
After a trucking accident in Hollywood or your community, you expect your insurance company to help you. After all, you probably pay your insurance carrier substantial amounts of money in premiums for car insurance coverage. In addition, insurance companies go out of their way to market themselves as caring companies…
The types of truck and car accidents that get featured in the nightly news often involve severe injuries such as paralysis, spinal cord injuries, and fatalities. Compared to that, soft tissue injuries seem less severe and less newsworthy, but these types of injuries can cause a great deal of suffering…
There is no doubt that trucking and car accidents in Homestead and across the country are a serious concern for every American. In 2012 alone, traffic collisions killed 33,561 people across the country. Motor vehicle accidents are among the top causes of death for all age groups and are the…
According to a new study from Monash University, overnight and early morning long-haul trucking has a higher rate of accidents when compared with trucking deliveries during regular business hours. The researchers in the study believe that if fewer trips and deliveries were scheduled in the early morning, there may be…
David Breen of the Orlando Sentinel has written a very important article about the dangers of road debris in our communities. Charles Flaxman of Flaxman Law Group was asked to comment on the issue and was proud to offer insight. Be sure to check out the article by clicking below:…