Car accidents are a regular occurrence in Florida. Speeding is a leading cause of such accidents and has serious consequences. How serious a problem is speeding? Car accidents that happen as a result of speeding are more likely to result in serious injuries or even...
Car Accidents
Brake problems can lead to fatal accidents
Vehicles of any type that have poor brakes may be at a higher risk of being involved in car accidents while traveling on Florida roads. However, a commercial vehicle that cannot change its speed in a timely manner may be at a greater risk of causing an accident....
Drowsy driving and teenagers in Florida
You would be surprised to find out that teenagers in Florida are more susceptible to drowsy driving than adults. This is because they are ridden with homework, extracurricular activities, and work, and most of them spend their time browsing or watching that they get...
Responding to a teen driver’s first accident
Millions travel to Florida to experience the beauty of palm trees and tourism. Cities such as Tampa have a large pedestrian population and commuting drivers. This intersection can result in personal injuries and property damage. Auto-pedestrian accidents When...
Speeding is dangerous and not worth the risk
Motor vehicle accidents involving speeding drivers killed 9,378 people in Florida and around the country in 2018, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Excessive speed increases stopping distances, makes vehicles more difficult to control in...
The injuries you’ll likely experience after a car crash
You may experience a variety of injuries in the aftermath of a Florida car accident such as internal bleeding, whiplash, or broken bones. There is also a chance that you'll experience sore muscles, organ failure, or other problems after a wreck. Why whiplash is such a...
Study: Women much more likely to suffer serious injuries in crashes
Women are at much greater risk than men of sustaining serious injuries in crashes, according to a recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Researchers found that women are from 37 percent to 73 percent more likely to be seriously injured in...
Could defensive driving increase safety?
Avoiding an accident may require a split-second decision. A reckless driver could cross a double-line to make an illegal pass, following a path to a head-on collision. An oncoming driver might be able to avoid the crash by reacting quickly. Florida commuters that...
How to navigate the path to recovery after a car crash
A car accident may result in a variety of injuries such as broken bones, head trauma or internal bleeding. In addition to physical health issues, it could take weeks, months or years to overcome the mental distress that a wreck caused. If you file a successful...
How to practice defensive driving
When you were out on the open roads, there is very little you can do to change the driving habits of those around you. When a reckless or negligent driver begins acting in a way that can cause catastrophic injuries, it is up to you to practice defensive driving...