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...
A motorcycle accident can result in serious injuries. In the worst cases, it can result in the death of the rider. If you use your motorcycle with frequency, it would be in your best interests if you knew what the major causes of motorcycle accidents are. By knowing...
Pedestrians should be able to walk safely in their communities. Nonetheless, it is common for negligent drivers to disobey traffic laws and injure those who enjoy moving around on foot. After an accident, injured pedestrians can file a legal claim against the driver...
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....
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...
An individual losing control and flying through the air prior to a certain hard fall is only funny in slapstick comedy films and routines. In real life, it is anything but humorous. In fact, slip, trip and fall incidents often yield outcomes in Florida and nationally...
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...
Riding a motorcycle can be more dangerous than driving in another type of vehicle. Motorcyclists do not have the added protection of a vehicle surrounding them, and other motorists often show a lack of regard for their safety. There are steps that Florida drivers and...
A few days ago, Tampa news media carried the story of a couple killed when their tandem bicycle was struck by an SUV in Pinellas County. The Florida Highway Patrol later charged the driver with drunk driving. We are reminded of that tragic bicycle accident as cyclists...
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...