Every time a person gets behind the wheel, they take on a significant responsibility. One of the most important aspects of responsible driving is obeying speed limits. Speeding might seem thrilling, but it comes with serious dangers that can have lasting consequences.
As our society ages, the topic of elderly drivers and road safety becomes more relevant than ever. While driving offers freedom, it also raises concerns about safety for older drivers and other motorists.
Did you know that every day six teenagers get killed in preventable car accidents? In 2021, accidents involving teen drivers actually killed 2,608 people. Sadly, teens actually have a three-times greater risk of accidents than drivers 20 years of age or older. Therefore, you and your teens should understand their driving hazards…
People who erroneously drive down the road going in the opposite direction than they should pose a danger to other people on the road. Wrong-way drivers can be difficult to spot, which increases the chances of the erroneous driver causing a head-on collision with…
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With warm Florida weather, beautiful ocean breezes and endless horizons on the water, it is perfect for taking the boat out. Unfortunately, not all boaters are responsible boaters. Although you might not think an accident can happen with all that open water, it can and does. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, Florida…
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As school starts, you need to be mindful of the school buses on the road. There are some very specific laws regarding the transportation children take to and from school. There are some important safety tips for traveling near school zones and around school buses. Stopping when a school bus stops Some of the most…
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Pedestrian accidents can lead to serious and sometimes life-altering injuries. In 2022, there were nearly 10,000 pedestrian accidents in Florida with more than 750 fatalities. Most of the Tampa area supports pedestrian access to amenities and necessities, resulting in a lot of pedestrian traffic. Before you step out for your next walk, consider some best…
Rear-end accidents commonly occur when one driver is inattentive or traveling too fast. Such collisions are not the deadliest, but these accidents lead to more injuries and property damage than other types of wrecks. A person who experiences a rear-end collision should remember some vital details to decide what to do next. Who is liable?
Motorcyclists have a right to enjoy the road alongside other motorists. However, the nature of their travel involves additional hazards. Understanding the cause of most accidents is the first step in avoiding danger. Poor visibility or weather Darkness or inclement weather can restrict the vision of a rider. If a motorcyclist cannot spot other vehicles…
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Trucks, vans and other large vehicles are common sights on the road as parts of commercial fleets for huge delivery companies. Many people rely on delivery drivers to bring packages right to their doorsteps, but it is worth considering the catastrophic damage that large delivery trucks can cause when involved in an accident. The National…
How Speeding Endangers Lives on the Road
in Motor Vehicle AccidentsEvery time a person gets behind the wheel, they take on a significant responsibility. One of the most important aspects of responsible driving is obeying speed limits. Speeding might seem thrilling, but it comes with serious dangers that can have lasting consequences.
Elderly Drivers and Road Safety
in Motor Vehicle AccidentsAs our society ages, the topic of elderly drivers and road safety becomes more relevant than ever. While driving offers freedom, it also raises concerns about safety for older drivers and other motorists.
Teenage driving risks
in Motor Vehicle AccidentsDid you know that every day six teenagers get killed in preventable car accidents? In 2021, accidents involving teen drivers actually killed 2,608 people. Sadly, teens actually have a three-times greater risk of accidents than drivers 20 years of age or older. Therefore, you and your teens should understand their driving hazards…
What to know about wrong-way accidents
in Motor Vehicle AccidentsPeople who erroneously drive down the road going in the opposite direction than they should pose a danger to other people on the road. Wrong-way drivers can be difficult to spot, which increases the chances of the erroneous driver causing a head-on collision with…
Top 3 causes of boat accidents in the Tampa area
in Motor Vehicle AccidentsWith warm Florida weather, beautiful ocean breezes and endless horizons on the water, it is perfect for taking the boat out. Unfortunately, not all boaters are responsible boaters. Although you might not think an accident can happen with all that open water, it can and does. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, Florida…
School bus safety tips for drivers
in Motor Vehicle AccidentsAs school starts, you need to be mindful of the school buses on the road. There are some very specific laws regarding the transportation children take to and from school. There are some important safety tips for traveling near school zones and around school buses. Stopping when a school bus stops Some of the most…
Pedestrian safety tips to reduce accident risks
in Personal InjuryPedestrian accidents can lead to serious and sometimes life-altering injuries. In 2022, there were nearly 10,000 pedestrian accidents in Florida with more than 750 fatalities. Most of the Tampa area supports pedestrian access to amenities and necessities, resulting in a lot of pedestrian traffic. Before you step out for your next walk, consider some best…
What road travelers should know about rear-end accidents
in Motor Vehicle AccidentsRear-end accidents commonly occur when one driver is inattentive or traveling too fast. Such collisions are not the deadliest, but these accidents lead to more injuries and property damage than other types of wrecks. A person who experiences a rear-end collision should remember some vital details to decide what to do next. Who is liable?
What are the most common causes of motorcycle accidents?
in Motorcycle AccidentsMotorcyclists have a right to enjoy the road alongside other motorists. However, the nature of their travel involves additional hazards. Understanding the cause of most accidents is the first step in avoiding danger. Poor visibility or weather Darkness or inclement weather can restrict the vision of a rider. If a motorcyclist cannot spot other vehicles…
Who bears liability in a delivery truck accident?
in Motor Vehicle AccidentsTrucks, vans and other large vehicles are common sights on the road as parts of commercial fleets for huge delivery companies. Many people rely on delivery drivers to bring packages right to their doorsteps, but it is worth considering the catastrophic damage that large delivery trucks can cause when involved in an accident. The National…