Residents of Florida may remember how late they would sleep in as teenagers. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, teens sleep long and late due to changes to their circadian rhythm; those aged 13 to 18 need about 8 to 10 hours of sleep every day. With...
Month: February 2020
Bicycle accidents: why do they happen?
Bicycles are a popular mode of transportation in Florida, and people often choose to hop on a bike to get to work or run errands instead of using a car or public transportation. It can be faster and cheaper to bike than to ride, and it is also an environmentally...
Florida pedestrians face a higher chance of an accident
People choose to walk for transportation purposes for many reasons. Perhaps they live in an urban area where things are easily accessible simply by walking a few blocks. Others prefer to walk for health reasons, and others may choose to walk because it is a more...
Experts urge improved federal safety testing
Many Florida drivers prefer new cars because they have greater faith in the safety and integrity of the vehicles. They trust that they and their loved ones will receive greater protection from an injury in case of a crash. However, some experts say that the safety...
Determining liability in multi-car crashes
Multi-vehicle crashes, like other accidents, almost always involve the negligent action of one or more drivers. This makes it possible to establish fault and even determine the degree of that fault. It's not easy, but Florida residents can benefit from knowing how the...