Traffic cameras provide practical advantages and a few disadvantages. The advantages far outweigh the disadvantages, which is why many government officials and cops are using more cameras to stop crimes on the highway. What are the advantages of traffic cameras? Some...
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Types of field sobriety tests
All 50 states take drunk driving seriously and set stiff penalties for those caught driving under the influence. A police officer in Florida has the right to pull suspicious drivers over to check their condition. Standard protocol usually includes a Breathalyzer test,...
Driver responsibility for distractions in their vehicle
Texting while is driving is a common cause of accidents in Florida, but there are other distractions that can occur while a vehicle is in motion as well. Many fatalities have occurred in collisions when drivers were on the phone or paying attention to passengers in...
Will my vehicle be impounded if I get a DUI?
Mandatory impound or incapacitation for the cars of motorists convicted of DUI is the law of the land in Florida. However, many residents are not aware there are options and exceptions to this rule that may save them a bit of cash or help them avoid losing the right...
What does personal injury protection insurance cover?
If you live in Florida, buying personal injury protection, or PIP, insurance can help protect you in the event of a car accident. PIP insurance can cover damages for yourself and the other people in your vehicle regardless of who was at fault. This insurance can also...
Florida man charged with DUI manslaughter after deadly crash
Police in Florida say excessive speed and alcohol impairment caused an accident in Hillsborough County during the early morning hours of Oct. 22 that claimed the life of a 21-year-old woman. A 21-year-old Tampa man has been charged with DUI manslaughter in connection...
What to do if you get in an accident with an uninsured driver
Getting into a car accident in Florida is never a pleasant experience. But if the accident was minor, and both parties have insurance, it may just be a simple inconvenience. Unfortunately, thousands of Americans are driving on the road without car insurance. In some...
Know what to do following an auto collision
While driving in Florida, even a low-speed impact can result in head or neck injuries that take years to recover. However, many accidents result in passengers still being mobile following the collision, and it is important for those individuals to understand what...
Drug trafficking charges in Florida
Individuals in Florida may be charged with drug trafficking when they are found in possession of significant quantities of illegal drugs. The penalties for drug trafficking vary depending on the quantity and type of controlled substance involved. Controlled substances...
Pedestrian fatalities are on the rise
Florida has been one of the main contributors to the increase in pedestrian deaths in the United States. After decreasing over a 20-year period, pedestrian fatalities went up every year in the past decade. Now, they stand at a 30-year high even though there are...