Hidden Injuries After a Car Accident
Not all car accident injuries are immediately visible. While some victims walk away from a crash thinking they’re fine, pain and serious health issues often show up days-or even weeks-later. At Kelleher Law, we help car accident victims in Naples and Fort Myers, Florida, and Roswell, Georgia, understand their rights and recover compensation, even when injuries aren’t apparent right away.
7 Costly Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident
Car accidents can leave victims shaken and unsure of what to do next. Unfortunately, many people make mistakes in the days and weeks following a crash that can harm their health, weaken their insurance claim, or even prevent them from recovering compensation. At Kelleher Law, we help car accident victims in Naples and Fort Myers, Florida, and Roswell, Georgia, avoid these pitfalls and protect their rights.
Common Types of Car Accidents and Who May Be at Fault
Every day, drivers in Naples and Fort Myers, Florida, and Roswell, Georgia face the risk of car accidents. While some crashes are minor, others result in severe injuries, property damage, and even wrongful death. At Kelleher Law, we help car accident victims understand their rights, determine liability, and fight for the compensation they deserve.
Auto Accident Claims: How to Protect Yourself
Car accidents happen in seconds, but the impact can last for years. Beyond the shock of the crash itself, many victims find themselves facing medical bills, car repairs, missed work, and endless calls with insurance adjusters. At Kelleher Law, we help auto accident victims in Naples and Fort Myers, Florida, and Roswell, Georgia, understand their rights and recover the compensation they need to move forward.
The Most Common Causes of Car & Auto Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are among the leading causes of death in the United States. In Georgia, motor vehicle crashes were the second leading cause of death in 2020. In Florida, there have been over 200,000 crashes this year alone.
Even non-fatal crashes can cause severe pain and emotional, physical, and even financial suffering, with the nationwide cost of crashes being over $225 billion annually.
Florida Ranks 3rd Nationwide for Fatal Car Crashes-What Drivers Need to Know
A new report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that Florida is one of the deadliest states to drive. Falling third on the list, just behind California and Texas, Florida saw nearly 2,800 motor vehicle accident-related deaths in the first nine months of 2022. Lee County, which includes Fort Myers, saw the highest number of fatal crashes, accounting for 123 deaths, nearly double the fatality rate of any other county in the state.
What Is Driver Negligence? Understanding When Drivers Fail Their Duty
Driver negligence is among the leading causes of auto accidents in the United States. A relatively broad term, driver negligence encompasses a range of behaviors that increase risks for accidents, placing everyone on the road in danger of serious or fatal injury. Common examples of driver negligence include: A driver behaves negligently when they are […]
Injured in a Hit-and-Run? Your Legal Options Explained
Here’s some shocking news: more than 700,000 hit-and-run accidents happen yearly. A majority of the victims in these accidents are bicyclists and pedestrians. And only 10 percent of hit-and-run accidents are solved. These findings from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety illustrate how widespread a problem hit-and-run accidents have become and how challenging it can be to seek fair compensation following an injury.
OTC Drug Intoxication and Car Crashes: The Hidden Risk Behind Everyday Meds
Pedestrian safety is a common concern in areas frequented by tourists. Unfamiliarity with streets, the excitement of being on vacation, and new sights and distractions can all increase the risk of collision with a pedestrian – and as we approach another school year, talking to your children about pedestrian safety becomes even more critical.
A Closer Look at Cellphone Use While Driving: Risks, Laws & Real-Stats
Cellphone use is one of the leading causes of distracted driving car accidents in the state of Florida. To counter this, state law bans texting and messaging on a handheld device while driving. This does not mean the practice is uncommon. Much to the contrary. Cellphone use while driving is ubiquitous, so common that most […]