On behalf of Gerber Law | Sep 28, 2020 | Truck Accidents
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data shows that the number of fatal crashes occurring in the U.S. increased by more than 50% since 2009. At least 9% of these deadly crashes involved large tractor-trailers. National Safety Council (NSC) data...
On behalf of Gerber Law | Sep 23, 2020 | Truck Accidents
Florida truckers often hit the road for long stretches of time. Orders often pile up back to back, and truckers take on enormous distances in a single day. Because of scheduling and the amount of time they drive, many only get a few hours of sleep a night. This could...
On behalf of Gerber Law | Sep 18, 2020 | Car Accidents
The sheer size of trucks and difficulty with stopping can make a rear-end crash fatal. Drivers who slam into the back of trucks may also face serious injuries because trucks have more ground clearance. This may cause the front of the passenger vehicle to slide under...
On behalf of Gerber Law | Sep 14, 2020 | Car Accidents
Accidents occur in Florida every day. While many motorists walk away from their accidents without any injuries, others are seriously hurt in them. Some injuries are more common than others. Some of the more common minor injuries that car accident victims face include...
On behalf of Gerber Law | Sep 14, 2020 | Car Accidents
Florida updated its distracted driving laws in 2019. Device use while driving, including email, instant messaging, texting and typing, now constitutes a primary offense. Review and abide by the changes to stay safe on Florida roads. What is a primary offense? Before,...
On behalf of Gerber Law | Sep 1, 2020 | Injuries
Many people tend to think that they’re invincible and that there’s little chance of them suffering a slip, trip or fall. These types of incidents can happen almost anywhere, though. You may trip on a rug as you enter a home or store. You could also slip on...
On behalf of Gerber Law | Sep 1, 2020 | Car Accidents
Road rage is a major issue for motorists in Florida and across the United States. According to AAA, at least 80% of adult Americans admit that they have felt road rage at some point within the last year. Whether stuck in traffic while on your way to an appointment or...