Florida Leads the Nation in Boating Accidents and Fatalities
June 16, 2021 | Category: Boating AccidentsThe United States Coast Guard (USCG) reported in 2020 that Florida ranked No. 1 nationally in both recreational boating accidents and fatalities on the water. Florida has ranked No. 1 every year since 2015.
Vehicle High Safety Scores Do Not Prevent Speeder Accidents
June 14, 2021 | Category: Automobile AccidentsConsumers often rely on government and independent crash tests when they are purchasing a vehicle. They compare the crash performance of one vehicle vs. another vehicle in making their decisions.
Consumers Support Drunk Driving Prevention Car Systems
June 11, 2021 | Category: Automobile Accidents, DUI AccidentsAccording to an Ipsos poll, 77 percent of Americans back federal action requiring vehicle technology to prevent drunk driving.
Common Causes of Florida Garbage Truck Accidents
June 9, 2021 | Category: Truck AccidentsThere are many garbage trucks in our communities every day. Most frequently, they are on smaller, narrower streets. They make multiple stops and have workers on foot around them. When accidents happen, they usually cause serious injuries.
Catastrophic Accidents Caused by Inadequate Tire Inflation
June 7, 2021 | Category: Tire FailuresThe only thing between drivers and the road is their tires. If drivers drive on under-inflated tires, it is dangerous and the leading cause of tire failure.
Tips to Help Your Teen Be A Safe Driver
June 4, 2021 | Category: Automobile AccidentsApproximately 3,000 teens die every year in traffic accidents, and 20 percent of 16-year-olds will be in an accident in their first year of driving.
How to Establish Claims for Slip and Fall Injuries
June 2, 2021 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsHow to Establish Claims for Slip and Fall Injuries Slip and fall accidents can be life-changing causing permanent injuries and disabilities. They can happen anytime, anywhere, including on private property, business property, and public property.
Dangers of Rear-End Accidents
May 28, 2021 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck AccidentsRear-end crashes are responsible for injuries, fatalities, and property damage every year. Experts say they are among the most common types of car accidents.
The Effects of Alcohol and Marijuana on Accidents
May 26, 2021 | Category: DUI AccidentsOn June 3, 2021, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released preliminary estimates of crash fatalities in 2020 involving motor vehicle occupants, motorcyclists, pedestrians, and bicyclists. NHTSA’s early estimates show 38,680 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes. Some of these fatalities are the result of drivers using alcohol and marijuana.
What To Do In An Uber or Lyft Accident
May 24, 2021 | Category: Automobile AccidentsThe public transportation landscape has changed. Many Florida residents and visitors use rideshare services, such as Uber and Lyft, rather than taxis.