Before you take your bundle of joy home, you know you need a car seat. As a parent, you learn quickly that the first car seat you purchase will not be your last. Knowledge of the type of car seat you need for each stage of your child’s development is challenging....
Car Accidents
Are midsize cars among the most dangerous?
Buying a new vehicle is a significant decision. In addition to choosing a car that fits your personality, there are many other factors to consider. Ideally, you want a vehicle that suits your lifestyle and is safe for you and your loved ones. As you start looking, you...
Understanding fault in Florida
The aftermath of a car accident can be frustrating and devastating. In addition to injuries, you likely have extensive damage to your vehicle. A car accident can also become confusing. Florida is a “no-fault” state when it comes to car accidents, but that does not...
Does a driver monitoring system make a vehicle safer?
Every year, there are new safety features to try to convince you that one car is superior to another. While everyone wants a safe vehicle, particular features seem to provide more benefits than others. Some of the more recent features include lane assist technology to...
Is drowsy driving deadly?
Managing your energy level and the alertness you need to drive can be challenging regardless of your age. Whether you did not sleep well or had an unusually exhausting day, when it is time to drive, it can be difficult to determine if you are alert enough to be safe....
When are Mom and Dad too old to drive?
As your parents get older and their health starts to fade, you know they will need more support. It may start with small tasks like mowing the lawn or helping them cook, but eventually, they may lose more of their independence. Driving safely is more than a skill that...
Is passing down an older car an accident waiting to happen?
When it is time to add a new driver to the household, there is often uncertainty when resolving the issue of who will drive which vehicle. Sometimes parents will intentionally purchase an older car for their teen. They might even take it as an opportunity to buy an...
Are roundabouts really safer?
Roundabouts did not make a significant appearance on roadways in the United States until fairly recently. Now, it seems like they are popping up in some of the least-expected intersections. City planners suggest that changing intersections to roundabouts is safer....
Auto manufacturers slow to apply safety rules
Between high speeds and distracted motorists, driving can be a dangerous way to get around. Government officials often try to pass laws to help car manufacturers design safer vehicles. Often, those rules take time to become effective. In Florida, there tend to be...
How to handle a rideshare accident
It is never comfortable to deal with a car accident. Still, when you are driving, you are likely more familiar with what you should do. As Uber, Lyft, and other ridesharing services become more popular, so does the possibility that your next car accident could be with...