Category: Car Accident

21 Apr 2014
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Welcome to the Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath Blog

The Accidents Safe blog was set up to help keep our clients and the public informed of important safety information that potentially could effect their every day lives.  Auto recalls, defective tires, car seats and many other products or medications…
who is responsible if a student driver crashes
17 May 2023

Who is responsible for a student driver crash?

Learning to drive is a major milestone in a young person's life, but with newfound freedom comes responsibility. Student drivers have to learn the rules of the road, be aware of their surroundings, and make smart decisions all at once. But…
how does driving record affect insurance
15 May 2023

How a driving record could affect an insurance settlement

\\Insurance companies employ different tricks to minimize the value of a car accident settlement, including intimidating or pressuring the injured person (the plaintiff) into settling quickly. Implying that your driving record will prevent you…
target zero traffic
26 Jan 2023

All about Florida's "Target Zero" initiative

Florida’s Target Zero traffic program is designed to reduce the number of traffic-related accidents each day. The goal is to completely eliminate the deaths and horrible life-altering injuries that are caused by car accidents on Florida roads…
forest hill boulevard dangerous intersection
26 Jan 2023

Most dangerous intersections in Palm Beach County

Although motor vehicle accidents occur every day in Palm Beach County, the area’s intersections are particularly hazardous, especially with contributing factors such as traffic volume, speed, weather, and visibility. Being aware of the most…
what happens if you total a financed car
09 Nov 2022

This is What Happens if You Total a Financed Car in Florida

Insurance is required to compensate you for the value of your vehicle after a crash. However, they have no responsibility to pay the outstanding loan that exceeds the value of your car, except in very specific circumstances. If you find yourself…
car crash in parking lot
09 Sep 2022

Car Crashes in Parking Lots vs. Roadways

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), tens of thousands of crashes happen in parking lots and garage structures each year, leading to hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries. The numbers annually amount to around 60,000 people…
pedestrian at fault car accident
09 May 2022
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How Pedestrians Can Be At Fault for Car Accidents

Often, car accidents are caused by other drivers, but pedestrians are also the cause of many accidents. If you suspect a pedestrian is at fault for your car accident, connect with your Florida car accident lawyer from Lytal, Reiter, Smith,…
04 Apr 2022

How to Mentally Recover From a Car Accident

We often discuss the physical repercussions of car accidents, but mental injuries can be devastating as well. Unfortunately, victims are less likely to seek treatment for their emotional trauma than they are the physical injuries.  An experienced…
at fault driver dies
10 Mar 2022
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Can I still file a claim if the at-fault driver dies in the accident?

If you have been injured in a car accident, you expect to be able to sue the at-fault driver for damages to help cover your medical costs and lost wages. But what happens if the driver who caused the accident dies in the accident? This can…
Cars driving on a dark and rainy night
07 Mar 2022

When to Hire an Attorney After a Car Accident?

In today's world, there is a lot of information available online about how to handle your own personal injury claim.  From books and websites to TV ads, people are bombarded with all kinds of guidance on how to deal with their car accident…