As a Florida driver, you are probably aware of the extent of the distracted driving problem in the state. You have probably shared the road with drivers who are texting, emailing, looking at Facebook, eating, adjusting the radio or doing various other things while...
Month: July 2019
Compensation may be sought after a motorcycle accident
Not long ago, this blog discussed some of the ways that driver negligence may contribute to motorcycle accidents. Even when motorcyclists take every precaution, wear protective gear, and follow the rules of the road, they can be injured by inattentive, distracted, and...
Prevent dooring accidents with the Dutch Reach
Last year, Great Britain added a new instruction to its driving rulebook when it mandated that individuals use the Dutch Reach when exiting their parallel-parked cars. The Dutch Reach requires drivers to use their inside hand to open their doors. When a driver reaches...
Why do drivers have a heightened duty around kids?
Anywhere that automobiles and pedestrians cross paths there is the chance that accidents may occur. When a car or other motor vehicle collides with a person, the individual on foot often suffers serious and sometimes life-threatening injuries. In Florida, drivers have...
Drunk driving accidents cause harm to victims
Not long ago this blog published a post regarding the effects of alcohol on a driver's body and the amount of alcohol that it takes for them to be intoxicated. While everyone responds to alcohol differently, alcohol generally dulls a driver's senses, impacts their...
In-car features may make Florida roads safer
Florida readers know that car accidents happen for many reasons. From speeding to bad weather, there are many factors that can play a role in traffic accidents. You have probably noticed dangerous driving habits as you've been on your way from place to place, and it...