Being involved in an automobile accident can “wreck” your whole day. Possessing the knowledge and familiarizing yourself with the rules of the road may help you “steer clear” of such predicaments and avoid the need for our Jacksonville Accident Investigation Team!

In the State of Florida, passing vehicles on a two-lane highway, such as Florida State Road 105, better known as Heckscher Drive, proceeding in the same direction can sometimes be a dangerous scenario. Knowing the correct precautions to take before executing a pass is vital. According to the Florida Statute §316.083, there are several steps to take before passing a vehicle.

According to the Florida Statute §316.083, before overtaking another vehicle, you as the passing vehicle, must give an appropriate signal must be provided. An appropriate signal, as defined in Florida Statute 316.156, is given by hand, arm or by signal lamps. Once you have passed the vehicle, and there is a safe distance between your vehicle and the other, then you can safely merge back into the lane. If you are the overtaking vehicle, it is advised that you signal to them that you are aware of their intentions and there is a safe amount of distance between vehicles.

If you are attempting to pass a non-motorized vehicle, such as a scooter, bicycle or an electric bicycle, as the driver, you should leave a safe distance between your vehicle, no less than three feet. In Jacksonville, Florida area, there are many roads cyclists travel on for sport; popular roads, for example, are Bishops Estates Road, Wonderwood Drive and Scott Mill Road.

In the event you or someone you know has been in an automobile accident, please contact our office via telephone or text 904-358-3300 as soon as possible. Our attorneys, legal staff and investigation team evaluates every aspect of your accident carefully; and we keep you informed throughout the entire process to ensure a positive experience.