New advancements in car safety features have made car accidents in the United States less deadly. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents seem to be as high as ever. In particular, the state of Florida has one of the highest rates in the entire country. What are the...
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Examining Florida’s lack of compulsory driver retraining classes
In Florida, drivers can get a learner's permit at 15, a restricted license at 16 and a full driver's license at 18. Florida's Graduated Driver Licensing laws help young drivers gradually accumulate vital driving experience while avoiding unnecessary accidents. After...
What are the advantages and disadvantages of traffic cameras?
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...
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...
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...
Who is responsible for your car accident?
A car accident can change your life in an instant. In the days, weeks and months following a collision, you could find yourself with painful injuries, damage to your personal property and even medical bills you can’t afford to pay. This is frustrating, especially if...
What to expect after an auto accidents from insurance providers
Dealing with an auto accident in Florida can be stressful enough with the possible physical recovery and loss of work. However, victims often have to deal with insurance companies and go through a lengthy process on top of everything else. Some insurance providers...
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...