Have you ever arrived at your destination only to realize that you have no recollection of the time between when you left your house and when you parked your vehicle? Even with two hands on the wheel and eyes on the road, it is possible to be driving while distracted....
Car Accidents
Wrong-way Florida driver in deadly crash
A Florida man was killed in an accident on Jan. 17 after driving the wrong way on the Don Shula Expressway in Miami. Around 2 p.m., an officer called in to report a Volkswagen sedan that was going north on the expressway's southbound lanes. The officer then turned...
New law makes using a phone while driving a primary offense
Tech enthusiasts are usually the first people to hop in line for the newest, most advanced smartphones, but they are not alone in their excitement. In fact, you might not even know anyone who does not own a smartphone. It might also be hard to find someone...
Bridge accident closes Tampa road; causes serious injuries
An accident on the Interstate 275 Howard Frankland Bridge left one person dead and one person with serious injuries. The bridge also had to be closed in one direction for hours while authorities investigated the accident.The accident apparently involved a failed lane...
Rear-end accidents are plaguing the area’s highways
A previous post on this Florida blog talked about how distracted driving remains a serious problem in Florida. The latest headlines in the news only demonstrate this point, as two recent accidents on local highways may both wind up being attributed to distracted or...
Drowsy driving is a bigger problem than many think
If you have ever gotten behind the wheel while a little sleepy, you are not alone. Every driver has been tired while operating a vehicle at some point, but there is a difference between being a little sleepy and dangerously fatigued. Overly tired drivers can be...
The most common causes of car accidents
As you commute to work or head out to run errands around town, you are probably not thinking about the potential risks you could be taking simply by getting behind the wheel of your vehicle. In reality, driving can be risky, especially because you cannot control the...
Tired drivers could be endangering others on Tampa roads
When you are driving down a Tampa-area road, you probably do not assume you will be involved in an accident on your way to your destination. However, you are still cautious and careful, making sure that you remain attentive to the rules of the road and the actions of...
More car accidents from red light running now than in the past
Distracted driving is a problem in Florida. When drivers allow their focus and attention to follow tasks and activities that are not driving, they may miss important changes in road conditions and cause dangerous car accidents. One way that distracted driving puts...
Statistics indicate that distraction is a problem for all ages
Older generations, specifically baby boomers, are quick to point out the faults and flaws of younger generations. Millennials have a bad reputation for various types of irresponsible behavior, including texting while driving. While younger Florida drivers may be more...
