Florida's Department of Motor Vehicles provides information on traffic and safety laws

Go here to learn more about the traffic and safety laws on topics including:

• Cell phones and texting;
• Seat belts and child-safety seats;
• Teen driving restrictions;
• Driving under the influence;
• Traffic stops.

Get information on car crashes from the region's police departments

The Tampa Police Department and the St. Petersburg Police Department create traffic collision reports after an injury or property damage accident.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office offer information on traffic and accidents. Both resources are valuable for locals and visitors alike when seeking assistance after a car crash. The Sheriff's Office also offers a real-time map showing recent traffic accidents.

When someone is injured in a Tampa or St. Petersburg car crash, what needs to happen next?

In an injury accident, it is crucial to get appropriate medical treatment, regardless of the financial cost. The major hospitals in the area include:

• Tampa General Hospital
• St. Joseph's Children's Hospital
• St. Petersburg General Hospital

As soon as possible, an injured person should contact their insurance company to find out how treatment is covered under their insurance policy.

When an accident is serious or fatal, it is crucial to find a Tampa - St. Petersburg car accident lawyer for help

When an injury is serious or a death occurs, the next step is to find an experienced Tampa - St. Petersburg personal injury attorney to start the financial recovery process by launching an insurance claim. Major injury or wrongful death claims are complicated and difficult to manage. Having a Tampa - St. Petersburg car accident lawyer on board is a great relief to injured people who need to focus on healing while their attorney focuses on getting them compensation for their growing financial losses.