Florida and other states have taken steps to reduce the ongoing problem with distracted driving. Among other steps, lawmakers have been willing to pass measures aimed at curbing texting and driving by giving law enforcement the tools they need to pull over and fine...
Car Accidents
Florida’s traffic safety laws have gaps according to report
A group that is focused on promoting traffic safety across the country recently released their annual report on the status of each state's efforts to improve highway safety through the making of important laws.According to this group, Florida has several deficiencies...
Automated cars with no driver — what does it mean for you?
As Florida readers know, the race is on between various companies to be the first to widely market and sell automated vehicles. Technology companies and auto manufacturers are working on their version of a vehicle that will ultimately be able to drive with no human...
Overview of Florida’s bad faith statute
A victim of an automobile accident in Tampa, Florida, will likely have to deal with the insurance company of the other driver who was at fault for the accident.Normally, this is the best way for a person to recover compensation for that other driver's negligence, as...
Will more teen drivers mean more accidents?
After years of decline, it seems that, of late, there have been more teen drivers getting their licenses, and, presumably, taking to the roadways of Florida and the rest of the country. In the mid-1980s, the number of teenage drivers in this country peaked out, with...
Should Florida pass tougher laws on distracted driving?
Distracted driving continues to be one of the most pressing safety concerns for motorists, both in Florida and across the country. Many states have tough laws in place to combat distracted driving, and many believe Florida should follow suit. One step in the fight...
Could an app on the phone help reduce distracted driving?
As Florida readers know, distracted driving is one of the most critical issues threatening the health and safety of motorists. Distraction is now one of the leading causes of accidents, and authorities have tried many things to make drivers more aware and reduce...
Thanksgiving travel is looking to be busy this year
The roads are typical busy in the Tampa area and throughout Florida every Thanksgiving, and this year will likely be no exception.In fact, the American Automobile Association, or AAA, is anticipating the busiest traveling season this Thanksgiving in 13 years, that is,...
Will the time change lead to more sleepy drivers on the road?
When a person does not get enough sleep, it can make it difficult for him or her to perform daily tasks such as driving. Tired drivers are often dangerous drivers, even when they do not realize they are too fatigued to drive safely. When anything compromises a...
Florida is the home to several dangerous highways
At least according to a recent report, Florida is the home to a disproportionate share of interstates and other federal highways known for being particularly dangerous.For instance, according to this report, the most dangerous highway in the country in terms of...
