{"id":223,"date":"2022-03-25T22:42:11","date_gmt":"2022-03-26T02:42:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/?p=223"},"modified":"2022-03-27T22:44:39","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T02:44:39","slug":"how-to-avoid-aggressive-driving-car-accidents-in-miami","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/how-to-avoid-aggressive-driving-car-accidents-in-miami\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Avoid Aggressive Driving Car Accidents in Miami"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aggressive driving and \u201croad rage\u201d have become serious problems nationwide in recent years, and Florida followed in the steps of several US states by enacting laws to penalize dangerous misconduct.<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/Statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;Search_String=&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0316\/Sections\/0316.1923.html\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State traffic laws define aggressive driving<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as driving at excessive speeds, making unsafe lane changes, \u201ctailgating,\u201d and cutting off another motorist while passing. A first-time offense could mean up to 90 days in jail, a fine ranging from $25 to $500, or both. The penalties get harsher with subsequent offenses, which are punishable by up to six months\u2019 incarceration and fines up to $1,000.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, the threat of jail time, fines, and a driver\u2019s license suspension are not sufficient to discourage all motorists from aggressive driving. Their outrageous conduct puts everyone on the road at an increased risk of crashes, and the injuries to victims are far more severe. You should consult with a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/aggressive-driving.html\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miami aggressive driving accident lawyer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> right away if you were hurt, but some tips may help you avoid being involved in such an incident.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Avoid Being a Target: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drivers often enter road rage mode after getting frustrated with traffic maneuvers by other motorists that, while legal, can be maddening. When traveling on multi-lane highways, do not drive slowly in the fast lane \u2013 even when you are doing the speed limit. If you spot a vehicle rapidly approaching in your rearview mirror, you should wait to attempt a passing move.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"read_more_link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/how-to-avoid-aggressive-driving-car-accidents-in-miami\/\"  title=\"Continue Reading How to Avoid Aggressive Driving Car Accidents in Miami\" class=\"more-link\">Continue Reading \u203a<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aggressive driving and \u201croad rage\u201d have become serious problems nationwide in recent years, and Florida followed in the steps of several US states by enacting laws to penalize dangerous misconduct. State traffic laws define aggressive driving as driving at excessive speeds, making unsafe lane changes, \u201ctailgating,\u201d and cutting off another motorist while passing. 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