What Happens If the Driver Who Hit You Leaves the Scene of the Accident? 

From year to year, Florida has seen the amount of hit-and-run crashes remain steady, with nearly 25 percent of all crashes involving a hit-and-run. In just the last year, hit-and-run crashes resulted in 266 deaths and over 1,000 serious injuries….

Florida Car Insurance 101: Part 4 – Why Does It Matter If You Elect To Purchase Stacked Uninsured Motorist Coverage?

According to the Insurance Information Institute, Florida is the sixth-highest state with the most uninsured drivers, at 20.4 percent. Uninsured (UM) and underinsured (UIM) motorist insurance kicks in to cover the costs of being involved in a car accident when…

You’ve Been Hit By An Uninsured Driver – What Do You Do?

It is a common situation here at Zarzaur Law, P.A. A client is seriously injured in a car accident, that was not their fault, and has significant ongoing problems and medical treatment. Perhaps they cannot work or carry on the…

Don’t Think You Need UM Coverage In Florida? Here’s Why You Need It.

We have written and spoken at some length about the necessity of purchasing uninsured motorist coverage (UM coverage). The basis for this advice is that most drivers in Florida have only the minimum required insurance. This means that most drivers…

Thinking About An E-Bike? Safety Tips And Florida Laws You Need To Know.

E-bikes and e-scooters are increasingly popular options for commuting, running errands, and recreation. Unfortunately, this rise in popularity has led to a corresponding rise in serious accidents and injuries. At least 119 people died while riding electric scooters or e-bikes…

What If The At-Fault Driver Doesn’t Have Enough Coverage? 

A car accident is a scary situation in itself, especially if you have suffered injuries. What can be even more frightening is when the driver who caused the accident is underinsured. How can this be? Why doesn’t the at-fault driver…