Seatbelts are your first defense in a car crash, but what happens when they fail? Imagine the horror of relying on a safety device that suddenly becomes a source of harm. Let's explore how these crucial safety features sometimes fall short and what they mean for you...
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Motor Vehicle Accidents
How to file a car accident claim in Florida
Handling the aftermath of a car accident can feel complicated and overwhelming. When you decide to file a claim with your insurance company, there are several steps involved and various laws you must follow. Florida is a no-fault insurance state, which means that your...
How Age Affects Driving Ability
Aging is a natural part of life. Old age is a journey that we all must inevitably take. Aging means maturity, experience and even wisdom. In most cases, however, a person loses physical aspects as they age. Driving skills decline with age. While experience is crucial...
1 dead, 3 injured in chain-reaction crash
Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye and their impact can be devastating. One such tragedy occurred last October 8 when a chain-reaction crash on John Young Parkway in Orlando claimed one life and left three others injured. What happened at the site? The crash...
Do people drive worse over the holidays?
The holiday season is coming up and for many Florida residents that means stress. Although the holidays are often filled with enjoyable time with friends and family, time off work and social gatherings, the change in routine and extra activities often make us stressed...
Drunk driving still a leading cause of motor vehicle accidents in America
These days, distracted driving gets most of the attention when people talk about the main causes of motor vehicle accidents. However, the reality is that drunk driving is still a major problem in America, despite decades of awareness programs that have attempted to...
Driver charged with DUI-manslaughter in crash that killed eight
The driver of a pickup truck was arrested and charged with eight counts of DUI-manslaughter after crashing into a bus carrying farm workers near Ocala, about 80 miles north of Orlando. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the truck approached the centerline on...
Road fatality statistics put Florida among the nation’s worst
Given the increasing risks to drivers, passengers, bicyclists and pedestrians, road safety has come to the forefront in Florida and across the United States. Part of that is checking statistics to determine which states have the highest number of accidents and...
What happens if I crash my rental car on vacation in Florida?
The state of Florida is one of the top vacation destinations in the United States. Many people choose to drive a rental car around while on vacation to avoid spending money on rideshare or taxi services. However, driving in Florida can be challenging, especially for...
How keeping a journal could strengthen your personal injury case
After a serious car accident, you need compensation and accountability to set yourself on the path to a successful recovery and to turn the chapter on this dark period of your life. If the facts are clear, then you might think that your personal injury lawsuit is...