Imagine eight people dying each day because of distractions on the public roads. This stunning reality of motor vehicle accidents is also alive in Florida. What drivers have to understand is that distractions come from what’s also being called normal. Tell the writer...
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Are there different forms of distracted driving?
Distracted driving brings with it significant dangers. Any driver not paying attention to the road increases the chances of an accident. Sadly, many distracted driving collisions in Florida result in tragedies. Not all forms of distracted driving are the same; someone...
Is “Zoom brain” causing more traffic deaths?
Florida residents are like other people in America who find it possible and necessary to adapt their lives to online functions. One example is the videoconferencing capabilities that allow workers and business owners to participate in meetings without ever leaving...
How dangerous is drowsy driving in Florida?
Some unsafe driving behaviors might not seem like a big deal, but those who engage in them could cause accidents with fatalities. Unfortunately, taking to the roads while drowsy in Florida could put lives at risk. Anyone who causes a drowsy driving accident may even...
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...
The grave consequences of distracted driving
When behind the wheel, a driver’s sole responsibility is to operate the vehicle as safely as reasonably possible. Unfortunately, many drivers assume they are able to efficiently multitask, driving while also using their phones. Most people cannot safely do this, and...
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...
Understanding potential changes in distracted driving laws
You may know that Florida lawmakers have been considering changes in the laws that determine how law enforcement monitors distracted driving. Just last week, the Florida House voted to make texting while driving a primary offense. If passed into law, law enforcement...
Will Florida finally pass laws to fight distracted driving?
Distracted driving is a serious problem in Florida, yet lawmakers have struggled to pass legislation designed to fight the issue. Previous measures have failed, but there are new proposed bills that could pass in 2019. People hope that new laws against distracted...
Florida roadways are busy: Don’t get distracted while driving
Whether you are headed to Florida for a summer vacation or live here throughout the year, if you plan to drive to reach your in-state destinations, you'll likely encounter several challenges, especially when traffic flows are high, which is often in this tourist...