There are have been many headlines lately about driverless vehicles and the safety of these types of vehicles. Like many others, you may be wondering how safe these vehicles really are, and how it can possibly be smart to have completely autonomous machines making...
Car Accidents
Texting and driving bill headed to Governor’s desk
A bill that would raise texting and driving from a secondary offense to a primary offense was recently passed by the Florida House and is now awaiting the approval of Governor Ron DeSantis. The bill also makes it illegal for motorists to use a cellphone in school or...
Monitoring driver behavior and reducing accidents
If you take even a short drive on any Florida road, you will likely notice a distracted driver. Behaviors that could indicate distraction include swerving, driving at erratic speeds, running through red lights and more. You may also notice drivers who are not...
People often choose their jobs over traffic safety
Many people in the greater Tampa area know that their jobs are important for their livelihoods and thus do what they can to keep their employers happy. This desire to get ahead at one's workplace means, among other things, that an employee will be available to...
Accident-related brain injuries can have a long-term impact
A car accident can change the lives of those involved in many ways. From significant personal property damage to serious injuries, the impact can be long-term. This is especially true for those who suffer brain injuries, which is one of the most common types of car...
Teen driver’s vehicle flipped, leaving him critically injured
A teenager who was driving in a town about 60 miles away from the heart of Tampa, Florida, was critically injured recently in a hit-and-run accident. The accident was recorded on a security camera.Based on initial reports, the teenager appears not to have been at...
Should there be tighter regulations in the rideshare industry?
After a night out with friends, you may not be able to safely drive yourself home. Instead, you may call Uber or Lyft for a ride home. Rideshare companies are increasingly popular as many people choose to pay someone to drive them,...
Tesla accident sparks investigation into autopilot safety
Whether you like it or not, it is very likely that you will be sharing the road with self-driving and autopiloted vehicles in the near future. Auto manufacturers, such as Tesla, are working on perfecting their autopilot systems and hoping to be the leader in...
Legislature will try again to improve distracted driving law
As previous posts on this blog have discussed, Florida's existing laws against distracted driving have some room for improvement. If some lawmakers get their way, this new legislative session may be the time where our state's leadership can overcome some political...
Safety concerns for one of Florida’s busiest interstates
As a Florida driver, you have likely spent time driving on Interstate 75. This is a major interstate that runs through the Tampa area, and it is one of the main roads traveled by the millions of tourists every year. It is one of the busiest interstates in the state,...
