When a person who is legally drunk causes an accident, victims can hold that individual liable for any injuries. But, can victims also hold the party who served the driver liable for those injuries? Below, we discuss how Florida dram shop and social host liability laws allow victims to hold third parties liable for drunk […]
Whiplash after a car accident can have long-lasting effects. Although most whiplash injuries heal within a few months, the headaches, neck pain, and other residual conditions can last for years or even be permanent. These long-term effects can impact your daily life, diminishing your ability to engage in enjoyable activities or even maintain employment at […]
In 2015, fatal truck accidents in Florida increased by almost 20 percent. Likewise, speeding crashes increased from 245 in 2014 to 320 in 2015. Analysis of Florida’s 2015 fatal crash data found that driver error, especially reckless or aggressive driving, caused as many as 88 percent of the crashes between large trucks and passenger vehicles.
Now, […]
When you are behind the wheel and you want to make a left turn, you should be extremely cautious. If there is an accident while you are making a left turn, you are likely going to be liable for the accident. Florida Statute §316.122 requires drivers to proceed cautiously and yield to nearly anyone or […]
Pokémon GO may seem like a harmless game, but researchers found it could be dangerous for those who drive or walk while playing. A study published in the medical journal JAMA Internal Medicine is shedding light on some of the game’s potential risks. Researchers used Twitter and Google News to determine how many accidents have […]
When shopping for a new vehicle, most consumers look for high safety ratings to help make their choice easier. These ratings — provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) — cover things like driver-side protection, roof strength, and head restraints.
A recent IIHS review of seven small […]
New drivers are more vulnerable to accidents than more experienced drivers all across the country. This is especially true at night. For that reason, states like Florida have implemented Graduated Drivers Licensing (GDL) programs. These programs include night driving restrictions for youthful drivers that help to cut down on night driving fatalities among teenagers. Yet […]
The year 2014 began a grim trend with the increase of traffic fatalities. Even with safety improvements to cars and traffic control devices, the fatality rates on our nation’s roads have been on the rise.
The January to June period of 2015 saw traffic fatalities rise an unprecedented eight percent when compared to the same period […]
How many times have you left somewhere late at night and dreaded the drive home because you just wanted to be asleep in bed? It is an all too common situation for some Americans, and in many cases, this drowsy driving has a dangerous outcome.
The Facts about Drowsy Driving
In 2016, the Governors Highway Safety Association […]
Did you know car accidents are the leading cause of death for teens in America?
The worst part? Many of these accidents are entirely preventable. Michelin, one of the world’s leading tire manufacturers, reports that 12 percent of crashes among inexperienced drivers are tire-related, involving issues such as insufficient tread or pressure. This is why Florida […]
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