When a driver is behind the wheel, his or her main responsibility is to drive safely and pay attention to the task at hand. Unfortunately, many drivers fail in this responsibility and allow certain things to distract them. This can result in car accidents that are...
Car Accidents
Are self-driving cars the key to safer Florida roads?
Like many other Florida drivers, you may have concerns about how safe self-driving vehicles will truly be. You know that many auto manufacturers are working diligently to be the first to release an autonomous vehicle for widespread consumer use, which means you could...
Why does fault matter after a car accident in Florida?
Every state follows its own rules when it comes to personal injury claims. Florida is one of the few states that has what's commonly called "no-fault" rules for car wrecks. Injured drivers are generally expected to pursue compensation for their injuries from their own...
What are the key things to remember after a wreck?
A motor vehicle accident is always a shock to your system. They're scary -- and they happen very fast. In the aftermath, it's hard to get your bearings and keep your mind on what's important.Here are some tips. These are the top things you need to remember after a...
The significant dangers of eating while driving
Because of our fast-paced culture, it's normal for people to have to multitask. In some cases, the urge to get multiple things done at once happens when a driver is behind the wheel. This often means grabbing a meal or a beverage to go and consuming it while driving...
IIHS: driver-assist tech must better ensure drivers’ attention
Florida residents who own a car with driver-assist technology should know that the features have been put under much scrutiny by regulatory bodies like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Studies have shown that driver-assist systems are causing...
AAA survey shows Americans on the fence about self-driving cars
Self-driving cars are making most people in Florida and across the U.S. apprehensive. AAA conducted a survey at the start of 2020 asking motorists if they would feel safe riding in such a vehicle, and only 12% answered that they would. In addition, 28% also said they...
Florida car crash statistics
Every year, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles releases data on motor vehicle accidents in the state. This report is designed in part to make road users aware of the risks that they can often face. The 2019 statistics have now been made...
Self-driving complacency could increase distracted driving
Car accidents are the most common cause of death among people between the ages of 15 and 29. In Florida and across the country, car accidents result in more than 3,000 fatalities every day. Among the primary causes of car accidents is distracted driving. During the...
As a passenger, can you seek compensation after an accident?
When traveling on the roads, you likely know that hazards are all around you. You hope that your friends and loved ones are safe drivers, and you may not question their abilities when a passenger in a vehicle. Of course, even if you are not driving, you still face...