The idea of someone falling asleep at the wheel is a frightening one. It takes constant attention to detail to safely operate a motor vehicle. When someone dozes off, they could cross the center line and head into oncoming traffic or simply lose control of their...
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The 100 deadly days of summer for young drivers
Florida drivers should be aware of the risks associated with the "100 deadly days of summer." This period of time, spanning from Memorial Day to Labor Day, is historically known as a dangerous time to be on the road due to increased travel, alcohol consumption and...
How Daylight Saving Time affects the incidence of Florida car crashes
Every year, many people in Florida look forward to the start of Daylight Saving Time (DST), which occurs on the second Sunday in March in the United States. However, studies have shown that time change can significantly impact road safety. What is DST? DST is a...
Steps to take after drunk driving arrest
If a police officer has arrested you on DUI charges in Florida, you may wonder what your next steps should be. You must prepare for court, find ways to mitigate the charges and follow through on sentencing. Prepare for court The first thing that you should do after...
How to prevent teen car accidents
Sadly, serious car accidents happen far too often in Florida. Many of these accidents can result in permanent disability or even death. As such, parents may be very worried about their teens getting behind the wheel. Thankfully, the causes of car accidents are easy to...
How can I recognize a distracted driver?
Distracted driving is one of the major causes of motor vehicle accidents in Florida and around the country. Even if you drive proactively, you can't prevent all accidents if other motorists engage in this type of behavior. These tips help you identify distracted...
Fatal accidents show a sight decrease in first half of 2022
Florida residents got some good news during the first nine months of 2022 with a decrease in fatal traffic accidents. However, at the same time, fatalities increased when pedestrians and cyclists were involved. Even though the decrease was only 0.2% over the previous...
Can you be arrested for drowsy driving?
Most drivers have gotten behind the wheel while tired. It’s safe to say they didn’t realize how dangerous it was. According to the National Academy of Medicine, going without sleep for 18 hours impairs your driving as much as a blood alcohol concentration level of...
The most common reasons for car accidents in Florida
A motor vehicle accident may cause extensive property damage and significant bodily injury. This may be true even if a collision takes place at a relatively low rate of speed. Driver distraction, fatigue or impairment may play a role in almost any type of crash. Poor...
Are kids in the back seat safer than in the front?
Most parents know that traveling in a motor vehicle is a major safety concern for their children. Federal fatality and injury statistics make it clear that car wrecks are a leading cause of disability and death for people of all ages, including teenagers and newborns....