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In Florida, automobile accidents are frequently reported in every community. Some of these accidents result in serious personal injuries and even deaths of drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Some accidents are caused by the negligent driving of an elderly driver. Some may argue that there should be an age limit for drivers in the State of Florida or more medical standards in place to prevent certain elderly drivers from retaining their driver’s license in the State of Florida. In Florida, there are no such age limits. There is an eye examination test but the Department of Drier’s License typically does not request medical records or a medical examination of aan elderly driver. Florida residents should be granted a driver’s license who have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and the ability to pass the testing and standards in place.
Some studies and research suggest that there are increased risk of traffic accidents with the increased age of the driver. Drivers over the age of 65 may have an increased risk. With drivers 75 and older, there is an increased risk of the driver being in a fatal accident. Of course, each driver and each accident must be assessed on a case by base basis. See Research as to the Risks Associated with Older Drivers.
Whether a driver is elderly or a teenager, the duty to drive safely and obey traffic rules and regulations. See Florida Traffic Laws – Frequently Asked Questions. There are many issues faced by an injury victim and family when there is an automobile accident. Because of this, it is important for to get advice, consultation, and legal representation from a Florida Automobile Accident Attorney on issues including medical bills, medical treatment, insurance coverage, compensation, damages, and other topics.
The attorneys at Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. have been representing automobile accident victims for over 50 years. Each partner at the firm has over 20 years of experience and fully supports the firm’s motto we are On Your Side – At Your Side. Contact Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A. for a free consultation.