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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says drowsy driving is a significant contributor to crash-related injuries and deaths nationwide, including in Florida. Data indicates that about 91,000 car accidents in 2017 were caused by drowsy drivers, resulting in approximately 800

According to the National Safety Council, each year, some 1.6 million car accidents nationwide involve cellphone distractions. Although cellphone use is regarded as the number one distraction, several other things can take the attention of drivers off driving. Keeping a

Losing loved ones in car accidents is naturally traumatizing. However, when it happens at this time of the year, the holidays will always be a sad reminder of the tragedy. Such an accident occurred in Florida when three siblings and

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

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,

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 medications and prescription

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

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

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

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

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