Drivers in Florida risk their lives when they take to the busy roads during the holidays. With all the festivities going on, many impaired drivers threaten the safety of others. Furthermore, driving after sundown exacerbates the risks of being involved in car...
Year: 2020
Beware of distracted drivers in Florida
Whether you live in Florida all year long or consider yourself a “snowbird” who arrives here every winter to escape inclement weather back home, you no doubt have encountered heavy traffic on numerous occasions. Between tourists, full- and part-time residents, state...
Many workers’ comp claims involve falls on construction sites
Construction company owners and their employees in Florida sometimes become complacent about fall protection when workers move about on roofs. A fatal fall from a roof in another state underscores the importance of compliance with prescribed safety standards. The...
Beware of impaired drivers during the holidays
Heading into the festive season brings many temptations to participate in drinking alcohol. Not all drivers can resist, making Florida roads more dangerous than usual. It is not only alcohol consumption that causes impairment. Controlled substances, over-the-counter...
How can a parent cope after a fatal drunk driving accident?
As a parent, you always expected to pass on before your children. To you, that may seem like the natural order of life. Unfortunately, the actions of a drunk driver cut your child’s life short, and now, the sudden loss has left you questioning many areas of your life...
Extreme weather increases crash risks
With multiple tropical storms that hit the Gulf Coast each year, people in Florida face severe risks whenever driving in extreme weather conditions. They are certainly used to driving in the rain, and it is crucial to adjust driving styles to prevailing road and...
Distracted driving involves a whole lot more than texting
With the frequent rainfall in Fort Walton Beach and other rears of Florida, driving is often challenging. Alcohol, drugs and distractions only exacerbate the dangers. Texting while driving is sometimes seen as the only source of driver distraction. However, many other...
If these symptoms occur after a collision, call a doctor
Whether you’re a permanent resident of Florida or a tourist who is just passing through, another driver’s negligence can not only ruin your day but cause you serious injury. The problem is that not all injuries are immediately apparent. This is why it’s so important...
Does your choice of cellphone increase distracted driving?
It probably wouldn’t surprise you to hear that most people just don’t feel right without their phones. These small hand-held computers have become a significant part of life. We talk, text, check social media, watch movies and so much more from the palm of our hands....
Alleged drunk driver charged after fatal accident in Florida
Motorists risk crossing paths with impaired drivers in Florida and across the country. The Florida Highway Patrol reported a fatal accident that occurred on U.S. Highway 92. Reportedly, an alleged drunk driver crashed into another vehicle shortly before midnight on a...