Motor Vehicle Accidents

How Speeding Endangers Lives on the Road

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.

Elderly Drivers and Road Safety

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.

Teenage driving risks

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…

What to know about wrong-way accidents

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…

Top 3 causes of boat accidents in the Tampa area

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…

School bus safety tips for drivers

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…

What road travelers should know about rear-end accidents

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?

Who bears liability in a delivery truck accident?

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…

Recovering from accidents caused by drunk drivers

Florida suffers from hundreds of drunk driving fatalities every year. According to ABC Action News, driving while impaired caused the deaths of 799 Floridians in 2021. The consequences of drunk driving are severe for drivers and their victims. Dealing with the aftermath takes years; unfortunately, lives might never be the same. Penalties for injury and…

Accident prevention tips for delivery drivers

As a delivery driver, you navigate through heavy traffic and congestion. Although your stops are typically short distances apart, the amount of driving you do, where you drive and how often you stop increases your likelihood of a traffic accident. Like most delivery drivers, distractions make you vulnerable…