South Florida may not have the snow and sleet that create risks for northern drivers, but there are plenty of ways that weather conditions impact car accident cases in Miami. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that there are around 127,000 fatal and injury-causing accidents annually in which weather was listed as a factor. Compared to the total number of crashes every year, the figures translate into 49.6 percent of all collisions as being weather-related.
When you’re seeking compensation after a traffic crash, there are important implications for any case that was affected by weather. A Miami car accident lawyer can explain the following concepts in more detail.
How Rain and Flooding Affect Liability