Not long after the invention of the automobile came innovations to make driving safer. While there will always be inherent dangers to driving, dozens of developments have made it safer. Some of the latest attempts to improve driving safety include reducing driver...
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When regulations and safety features can’t stop truck accidents
Commercial transportation and trucking are massive, vital industries that keep businesses – and the economy – running. However, between truck driver shortages and persistently high demand, the industry is suffering from a number of failures when it comes to operating...
Remember to fund your living trust
Trusts can be useful for many kinds of estate plans. Depending on the situation, a trust can hold assets or provide guidance for their distribution. A living trust can be helpful as you plan who will inherit the assets of your estate. With a living trust you can...
Are seat belts still important?
For many, buckling a seatbelt became a habit either from childhood or in the early 90s when the infamous “click it or ticket” commercials began to air on national TV. While federal seatbelt law came into effect in 1968, buckling up did not become a habit until later....
What goes into proving wrongful death?
When a loved one passes away because of a wrongful death accident, it can be devastating to you and your household. In addition to financial support, you lost the person who supported your emotional wellbeing. Damages from a wrongful death claim can help you make ends...
Are luxury car drivers involved in more accidents?
Driving a car is more than a way to get from home to work and back again. The car you drive sends a message about who you are and what you think is important. With ever-changing technology to support vehicle safety, your car may be equipped to keep you safer, but...
Is it time to update my estate plan?
An estate plan is an essential part of helping your loved ones wrap up your affairs while passing on your legacy. The assets you leave for your loved ones can help them move forward with the life you imagined for them. An important part of a thorough estate plan is...
When does speeding become deadly?
Until earlier this year, Florida roadways were often congested and slow. People commuting to and from work and other activities made getting to your destination a frustrating process. Earlier this year, as more people started working from home in response to pandemic...
Are Motor Vehicle Death Rates Accelerating on Florida Roads?
As 2019 gave way to a new year, the number of Florida’s fatal motor vehicle accidents was 3,251, a slight increase from 2018’s 3,135 fatalities. What a difference a year makes. 2020 is nearing its end, at a time in history when fewer people were on the roads and that...
The Florida Highway Patrol’s Staffing Problems
Florida remains a popular destination for not only vacationers but also future residents. Whether the motivation is no state taxes or escaping cold climates, a study revealed that nearly 1,000 people move to the Sunshine State every day. While no one in The Florida...