Car Accidents

How Long to Settle a Car Accident Case?

July 30, 2023 | Wolfson & Leon

How long it takes to settle a car accident case depends on various factors, including the severity of the injury, accident complexity, insurance types involved, potential lawsuits, and client expectations. Car accidents, being a significant cause of death among young individuals, have also led to escalating health expenditure worldwide. While accidents happen suddenly, settling car accident cases can take considerable time due to certain priorities that need addressing before focusing on legal matters, such as providing treatment to victims and determining fault.

Car injury claims may sometimes take an extended period to resolve, leading to frustration for those facing medical bills, lost wages, and property damages during the lengthy compensation process. However, it’s essential to understand that certain factors beyond the legal team’s control can contribute to the extended timeline. Depending on the circumstances, a car accident case can stretch on for years.

What Takes So Long?

The 12 Most Frequent Triggers of Automobile Accidents

July 26, 2023 | Wolfson & Leon

Enduring a car accident can be a nerve-racking experience, and the repercussions of such an event can further augment the stress. Consequences ranging from bodily harm to property loss, medical expenses to missed salaries, the aftermath of an automobile accident might present you with more than what you had initially anticipated.

While not all car accidents can be averted, a significant number can. There are a few reasons for car accidents that are more prevalent than others. In this piece, you will find a compilation of the primary triggers of car accidents. Understanding these reasons could potentially help you prevent involvement in your own vehicular collision.

Distracted Driving Unquestionably, distracted driving sits at the top of the list of car accident causes. A distracted driver is not completely focused on the roadway and may be more engaged with their mobile device, fellow passengers, or even food. Bear in mind that your sole responsibility while driving is to safely reach your destination. Many seasoned drivers fall prey to the illusion of efficient multitasking. Do not succumb to this false belief.

When to Consult a Car Accident Lawyer Following a Minor Vehicle Collision?

July 23, 2023 | Wolfson & Leon

Picture this, you’ve had a long, exhausting day at work and all you want is to get home and relax. Suddenly, amidst the frustration of rush hour traffic, another car bumps into yours. You both step out, visibly unhurt, and the damage to your vehicles seems minimal. Given the hectic day you’ve had, you decide not to involve the police or exchange any information. You might think, is it necessary to involve a lawyer in a minor car accident like this?

Well, let’s hit the brakes right there. Your immediate reaction might just lead to a serious legal error. Although it might appear to be a minor inconvenience in the moment, neglecting to report the incident to the police is, in many states, considered a violation of the law. Leaving the scene without reporting the incident could be considered a hit-and-run case, regardless of the scale of the accident. Furthermore, not reporting a minor car accident can blur the facts and makes it challenging to sort out the truth later.

The Potential Legal Impact of Any Car Accident

Navigating the Legal Landscape with Miami Car Accident Attorneys

July 20, 2023 | Wolfson & Leon

When accidents strike, confusion, stress, and worry are common experiences. Miami, being one of the most populated cities in Florida, is no stranger to vehicular accidents. With its bustling streets and heavy traffic, car accidents are unfortunately a frequent occurrence. The aftermath can be a trying time, especially when legalities come into play. That’s when a Miami car accident lawyer comes into the picture.

Why You Need the Best Car Accident Attorney

A good car accident attorney can help you understand what your rights are, and how to navigate through the legal system. A Miami car accident attorney will be able to look into the details of your case and determine who is at fault for the accident. Depending on the circumstances, they may also be able to seek punitive damages from the other party. With their help, you can ensure that justice is served and that the negligent party pays for their actions. They will guide you throughout the entire process, from filing a claim to settling with an insurance company. With their experience and expertise in personal injury law, they can help you get the compensation you deserve. If you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident, don’t hesitate to reach out to a Miami car accident attorney. They can provide you with the help and support you need to get through this difficult time.

Amazon and Walmart Grocery Delivery Accidents

September 10, 2019 | Wolfson & Leon

photodune-2000018-accident-report-xs-300x300 As our world advances technologically, all forms of business continue to evolve in order to keep up with the changing of times. Such as food delivery services, which have become a staple for convenience in our daily lives. There was a time when it seemed the only food options for quick convenience or delivery were either pizza, Chinese take-out or fast food. Then restaurants began offering take-out services, which grew to curbside pickup, and now most of your favorite restaurants are available for delivery via the many companies that offer food delivery services for a fee. With this type of convenience society has become accustomed to, other food industries needed to find a way to provide similar options for their customers. This gave way to major grocery store chains offering online ordering with curbside pickup, and now their latest venture in convenience is grocery delivery services.

Walmart currently offers grocery delivery services for a fee with a monthly or annual membership. Their website states this service is available in select cities across 50 states. This form of convenience will continue to grow, especially with Amazon’s plan to compete with Walmart by building their own grocery stores. Amazon already has in-home delivery services for their current products and hopes to utilize the same service for their grocery stores. Walmart is set to begin their own form of in-home delivery later this year in select cities.

Amazon plans to build grocery stores with the business model of prioritizing online ordering with pickup and in-home delivery, will lead to smaller stores with larger storage facilities to accommodate customer demand. Larger storage facilities, results in more products to manage for the employees. This results in heightened attention to detail in order to avoid the risks of accidents or slip and falls. According to reports, slip and falls are the number injury sustained by employees and customers in a grocery store. This inherent risk could be multiplied with more products to manage, which could result in a greater chance for negligence. The onset of the in-home delivery venture would then carry this same risk for employees entering a customer’s home.

Carsharing Accidents in Florida

June 9, 2019 | Wolfson & Leon

TextingDriver-1024x682 Turo and Getaround are the latest entries into the transportation landscape of South Florida. Think of it as an “Airbnb for cars”. It is also commonly referred to as the “car sharing” industry. Unlike Uber or Lyft, which are “ride-sharing”, car sharing companies such as Getaround and Turo offer to rent you someone’s car. The car owners place their vehicle for rent by the hour or by the day or week on the car sharing company app. But as with all vehicles, especially in Florida, the question ultimately becomes who will pay for injuries and damages in an accident caused by a Turo or Getaround driver and vehicle. That is where the Florida car sharing accident lawyers at Wolfson & Leon can help. If you were injured in an accident involving a Turo or Getaround car, then call the Turo accident lawyers or Getaround accident attorneys at Wolfson & Leon at 305-285-1115 for your free consultation.

Getaround Car Accidents

In 2009, Getaround was founded in San Francisco. It was launched at the TechCrunch Disrupt in 2011. It began in Portland Oregon with the assistance of a Federal Highway Administration grant of more than $1.7 billion. As recently as April 2019, Getaround bought the carsharing company Drivy for approximately $300 million. It operates in Washington DC, Denver, Los Angeles, San Diego, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Seattle, New Jersey, San Francisco, Boston, Chicago and South Florida including Miami.

Avoid These Mistakes After Your Florida Car Accident Today

June 3, 2019 | Wolfson & Leon

fort-lauderdale-car-crash If you have been injured in a car crash, do not make these mistakes! The Florida car accident attorneys at Wolfson & Leon have helped accident victims since 1963. They have offices in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers and West Palm Beach and are standing by to answer your questions. Call today for your free consultation at 305-285-1115.

Car Accident Mistakes and Missteps

After checking to make sure that you are ok, you should immediately call the police. Often people will not want to call the police if they do not think that the crash is too bad. If another person is involved in the crash, people think they can just exchange contact and insurance information.

Texting While Driving is Now Illegal in Florida

May 30, 2019 | Wolfson & Leon

20160218_143554-1024x576 If you live and drive in Florida, a new law will soon take effect and it can have a dramatic effect on how you drive.

On May 17 Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the ‘Wireless Communication While Driving’ bill into law that would make driving while texting a primary offense. Before this bill, Florida was only one of a handful of states that had texting while driving not as a primary offense. That meant that police had to have another reason (such as speeding) for pulling over a person and ticketing them. With the new law, police will now be given the power to pull people over if and when they see people texting while driving.

The bill will kick into effect on July 1. However, the Florida legislature is giving drivers some time to get used to the new law. Police will not fine those they pull over for texting while driving until January of next year – they will just issue a warning. Once the fines kick in next year, a first violation will land a person a $30 fine plus court costs and fees. Subsequent violations within 5 years of the first violation carries a heavier fine of $60 plus court costs and fees. The bill will also prohibit people from using handheld wireless communications devices in construction and school zones.

Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Florida

April 18, 2019 | Wolfson & Leon

TextingDriver-1024x682 April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Florida, and the Sunshine State badly needs it. In a 2017 study, Florida ranks second in the country for distracted driving, only coming in behind Louisiana. This is from the online insurance firm EverQuote. The study analyzed approximately 2.7 million vehicle trips, which accounted for over 230 million miles driven.

In the study, drivers were given a device called the EverDrive, which is a type of motion-sensing app. This device measures a person’s speed, acceleration, and turning while the driver’s phone is being used. It can tell whether a person speeds, turns aggressively, or banks hard.

The device, however, does not measure movements while the phone is in sleep mode or while it is being used with a hands-free device.

Miami Ultra Music Festival Accidents

March 28, 2019 | Wolfson & Leon

On March 29^th, the Ultra Music Festival returns for its 20^th year but with a new location at Virginia Key on Key Biscayne a barrier island in Miami. A new location brings with it new challenges—especially regarding getting to and from Ultra.

This year parking will not be available at Ultra and patrons are being provided the options to use ride share applications (Uber/Lyft) or free shuttles provided by Ultra. With only one roadway on and off Key Biscayne, known as the Rickenbacker Causeway, it is going to be crucial for Ultra-festival goers to 1) download Uber or Lyft apps or 2) be aware of Ultra’s free shuttle service and its locations.

Uber and Lyft will only be available to get you and your friends to Ultra, and you can simply enter “Ultra Music Festival” into your Uber and Lyft app to get to Ultra or a transit hub which has been set up by Ultra. Uber and Lyft can get you to Ultra but are not going to be available once you are at Ultra. For this reason, Ultra is providing free shuttle service to one of three locations.