Part of starting a new year is looking back on what happened the prior year to see what lessons we can learn from that will help to make for a better new year. 2020 was a time of change for many Florida families, but unfortunately car accidents remained part of the...
Car Accidents
How to tell your age is getting in the way of your driving
The aging process is not always graceful no matter how healthy or fit you are. Sometimes your age can sneak up on you quickly. Your age can have a significant impact on your ability to drive safely. However, it can be challenging to know when to draw the line and set...
Avoiding wildlife on the road
The wildlife in Florida is incredible. The relatively warm climate allows for great diversity in the state, giving residents the chance to see a wide range of animals. Perhaps the only thing more unpredictable than other drivers on the road is Florida wildlife....
Are autonomous driving features more trouble than they’re worth?
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
Do new drivers take more risks?
When evaluating the safety of our roads, there are many variables. Although drivers must prove a certain amount of knowledge to obtain a license to get behind the wheel, people do not always drive with care. As newer drivers gain experience and skill behind the wheel,...
Is your head injury worse than you thought?
There is a hope that you would be the person who walks away from a serious accident and determines that you haven’t suffered any injuries. Whether you have seen these people in real life or in the media, they seem to be indestructible. If you are in an accident,...