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Back Up! Increasing Stopping Distance Prevents a Palm Beach Car Accident

Knowing how far to travel behind other cars is key to avoiding a Palm Beach car accident. Many drivers follow too closely at high speeds, leaving them far too little braking time. Others know that they should follow...

Product Liability and Design Defects

Product liability" is the area of the law enabling recovery for those injured by defective products. Some commentators suggest it reflects a balance between the benefits that society as a whole reaps from technological developments ve...

Social Security Disability

There are 2 disability programs that are administered by Social Security: Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). While both programs require a finding of "total disability", SSD provides benefits to individuals who have an employment history while S...

Q: Will I have to pay anything to hire a lawyer for my accident case?

A: Most, if not all, lawyers who represent personal injury victims, do so on what is known as a contingent fee basis. A contingent fee means that there is...

Resources For Our Clients

The Law Team at Fetterman & Associates has provided a list of useful resources to help answer your Florida accident questions. If you need to speak with one of our Palm Beach accident attorneys or Port St. Lucie auto accident lawyers, please contact us today.

Could New Weight Regulations Increase Truck Accidents In Palm Beach?

Congress is now considering a new weight regulation increase for large trucks in Florida and across the nation. The new legislation will change the limit from 80,000 pounds to 97,000 pounds. According to The Wall Street Journal, the change is being pushed by coalitions of companies moving products around the country.

A Safety Threat

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety estimates that 4,008 people died in truck accidents in 2008. Now these huge trucks near our comparatively fragile passenger cars carrying loved ones will be heavier—and potentially even more deadly–than ever before. If you or anyone you know has experienced a loss or serious injury due to a truck accident in Palm Beach, it is important to contact an experienced Palm Beach truck accident attorney.

Opponents such as the Truck Safety Coalition and truck driver unions have voiced concerns for safety. Numerous sources point to the fact that the extra 8.5 tons would arguably make it harder for these already unwieldy vehicles to stop in time to avoid fatal accidents.

We Can Help

Dealing with a Florida truck accident can have a devastating effect on your finances, life and health. While on our website today, please take advantage of our FREE book: Smart Lawyers, Smart Clients – Wear Clean Underwear. This book contains essential information for anyone in Palm Beach, Florida who has experienced a serious truck accident.

If you or a loved one has experienced death, loss, or injury due to a Florida truck accident, contact Fetterman & Associates at 1-866-865-1244 to speak with an experienced Palm Beach truck accident attorney.