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A bicyclist was seriously injured in Pompano Beach when his bike was struck by an automobile. According to witness reports, the car accident occurred when the driver of the car had a green light, passed through the intersection and stuck the bike that should not have been in the street. The bicyclist suffered significant injuries and was reportedly bleeding from the head. He was taken to a nearby hospital.

As a Fort Lauderdale bicycle accident lawyer, this story serves as a reminder that automobile operaters and and bicyclists need to obey traffic control signs and devices and learn to better share the road. Most accidents like the one reported above can be avoided if people respect the rules of the road.

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A 20 year old man from Coconut Creek died in a motorcycle accident when his bike crashed into a guardrail on I-95. Highway Patrol reported that the man was traveling at an excessive rate of speed when he came to an area in the highway with a large curve. Because the man was travling at such a high rate of speed, he was unable to slow down and lost control of the bike. As such, the man was thrown into the guardrail.

Speeding on motorcycles causes many riders to be killed but, more troubling, is that excessive speed on motorbikes causes other drivers on the roadways to get into accidents and be injured. As a Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident lawyer, we see many cases where innocent victims are injured as the result of high speed motorcyclists.

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In 2010, Florida drivers who are found at fault in three or more car accidents in a three year period will be required to take a special driving course or their driver's license will be cancelled. The driving course is sixteen hours which includes four hours behind the wheel of a car. According to Florida's Department of Motor Vehicles, over 3,000 drivers were at fault in three or more car crashes in a three year time period concluding in 2008.

This story is just a brief reminder to drive safe during the New Year and to avoid drinking and driving. Traffic safety must be taken seriously by all drivers especially when traveling through school zones and roadway construction areas.

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A ten year old Boynton Beach child was killed when the scooter he was riding was struck by an SUV. The driver of the SUV did not stop to help the child and contniued driving. She was charged with leaving the scene of an accident and driving without a license causing death.

Unfortuantely, the injured child was not wearing a helmet when he was struck by the car and this scooter accident occured. This may have contributed to the seriousness of his injuries and eventual death.

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A Fort Lauderdale man who was speeding on his motorcycle near I-75 in Weston was killed. The motorcycle accident occurred when the driver of the bike collided with the rear of a box truck. Immediately upon impact, the motorcycle burst into flames as the man was thrown to his death. The driver and passenger of the truck that was struck were not injured.

This story is a perfect reminder why it is important to abide by the speed limits on Florida's roadways. If you see a speeding motorcycle on the roads, write down the license plate and immediately contact the police.

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A recent study found that most holiday car accidents occur the day before or after a holiday and not on the holiday itself. In fact, the days preceding a holiday pose the greatest threat for accident fatalities.

The study found that the typical holiday had a low incidence of car accidents involving crashes and fatalities because most holiday travelers have met their destination and tend to remain there. For example, Thanksgiving Day in 2008 was the thirteenth lowest day for serious car crashes. The increased shopping caused by the discounts given on "Black Friday" makes it a particularly dangerous time to be on the roads.

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Riding motorcycles is one of the most dangerous activities and fatality rates have been rising over the last ten (10) years. In fact, motorcyclists account for roughly twelve percent (12%) of all motor vehicle deaths. Just last year, 5000 riders were in fatal motorcycle accidents and, sadly, forty percent (40%) of those riders were not wearing helmets.

Proper motorcycle safety protocol is a crucial part of reducing accidents. Riding a motorcycle below thirty-five (35) miles per hour is one way to reduce the chances for accident. Helmet law regulations are also intended to reduce the chance of fatality and injury. In addition, wearing certain types of clothing - including leather armor as well as adhering to driver guidelines can help keep riders safe.

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A Boca Raton man trying to evade deputies on his motorcycle in the Florida Keys died in a motorcycle crash. The police reported that a deputy spotted three motorcyclists Sunday night speeding north on U.S. 1 at speeds of more than 100 mph. The deputy followed for about a half mile, but lost control and slid off the wet pavement.

Two of the riders got away temporarily, but a 23-year-old man died after his motorcycle crashed into a truck, trees and a fence.

This is a perfect example and reminder to pay attention when you are driving on the roads and not to speed.

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Bruce Rossmeyer, best known as the owner of Daytona Beach Harley-Davidson and additional Harley-Davidson dealerships around the country was killed in a motorcycle accident while riding to Harley-Davidson's annual dealer meeting.

According to news sources, Rossmeyer was riding with a group of five other motorcyclists in the western part of Wyoming on Highway 28. At about 11 a.m., the group attempted to pass a pickup truck pulling a camping trailer. When Rossmeyer attempted to pass, the truck made its left turn and he hit the driver's side door. The sixth motorcycle swerved to the right and avoided collision.

This post is just one reminder of the need for motorcycle safetry and how important it is to wear a helmet when riding. Mr. Rossmeyer was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

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Florida Highway Patrol officials have identified a motorcyclist who was killed in a crash Saturday evening as 63-year-old Douglas Bainbridge of Valrico.

Bainbridge was riding west on State Road 60 about 6:45 p.m. when a Toyota driven by Shonda R. Bailey-Christian, 39, of Brandon, turned in front of him toward N Miller Road, according to FHP spokesman Sgt. Larry Krause.

After the collision, both drivers were transported to Brandon Regional Hospital where Bainbridge died. Bailey-Christian sustained minor injuries. The accident is under investigation.

The Citron Law Firm handles all accident cases in the State of Florida. For a free consultation, please contact our office at 877-550-4LAW.

A new report issued from the Florida Highway Patrol compiled crash data from around the state for 2008.

Unbelievably- Jacksonville was the top city for the number of crashes in Florida, even topping Miami by about 50 percent. There were 14,000 crashes in Jacksonville in 2008.

There is some good news to report. There were 2,983 traffic fatalities on Florida's roads in 2008, down from 3,221 the year before. This is the first time there have been fewer than 3,000 fatalities on Florida's roads since 2000. Alcohol-related crashes declined six percent during the same time period. Still, drunk driving contributes to about 40 percent of traffic accidents.

Please contact The Citron Law Firm for a no-cost consultation. Our firm handles accident cases throughout the State of Florida. Please call our office at 877-550-4LAW.

Police today released the name of a motorcyclist who crashed into a tree and died.

Thomas K. McGehee, 25, of Fort Lauderdale, was pronounced dead Sunday afternoon after he lost control of his motorcycle, hit a median and rammed into a tree, police sad.

Witnesses told investigators that the man was driving erratically in the 6500 block of Peters Road about 3 p.m., officials said. He was speeding up and slowing down suddenly while traveling eastbound on Peters Road.

He was wearing a helmet. No charges are pending because this was a single vehicle accident.

The Citron Law Firm handles all accident cases throughout Florida. If you need legal advice, please contact our office for a free consultation at 877-850-4LAW.

An accident between a deer and motorcyclist east of St. Cloud Monday has left an Orlando man dead.

Russell Van Lanen, 56, was westbound on U.S. Highway 192 near Old Melbourne Highway at 10:50a.m. when his Honda motorcycle slammed into the last of three deer trying to cross the road.

The impact threw the motorcycle off balance and it slammed onto its side, said Sgt. Kim Miller, a spokeswoman for the Florida Highway Patrol. Van Lanen was pronounced dead at Orlando Regional Medical Center.

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