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Florida reportedly placed second for dog bite injuries claims
Americans are providing homes for more dogs than ever before. This stems from older people filling empty nests with dogs, millennials delaying starting a family and people focusing more on outdoor activities. Not surprisingly, dog bite injuries and claims have...
Speed is dangerous for you and other motorists around you
Data compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that 9,378 individuals died in speed-related crashes in 2018. The federal agency's data also shows that speeding was responsible for 26% of all fatal motor vehicle accidents in 2017....
Common electrical hazards to look out for
Industry data shows that as many as 1,000 workers have on-the-job electrical accidents every year. Those instances result in about 30 deaths annually. These types of incidents don't just happen in the workplace, though, but also around people's homes, stores, and...
How can motorcycle passengers stay safe?
Motorcycle riding is an exhilarating yet dangerous experience for both the driver and the passenger. In order to ensure that your ride remains exciting and not frightening, the driver and the passenger of a motorcycle need to understand how to be safe. Unfortunately,...
Why hundreds of thousands of car wrecks occur annually in Florida
When you go out for a drive, the last thing you want to think about is what will happen if you get into to an accident. Unfortunately, car accidents are a reality that over 400,000 Floridians experienced in 2018 alone. Majority of these crashes left victims and...
Where and when do truck accidents most commonly occur?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data shows that the number of fatal crashes occurring in the U.S. increased by more than 50% since 2009. At least 9% of these deadly crashes involved large tractor-trailers. National Safety Council (NSC) data...
How does drowsy driving affect truckers?
Florida truckers often hit the road for long stretches of time. Orders often pile up back to back, and truckers take on enormous distances in a single day. Because of scheduling and the amount of time they drive, many only get a few hours of sleep a night. This could...
AEB system may reduce rear-end crashes tremendously
The sheer size of trucks and difficulty with stopping can make a rear-end crash fatal. Drivers who slam into the back of trucks may also face serious injuries because trucks have more ground clearance. This may cause the front of the passenger vehicle to slide under...
Car accident injuries can result in long-term deficits
Accidents occur in Florida every day. While many motorists walk away from their accidents without any injuries, others are seriously hurt in them. Some injuries are more common than others. Some of the more common minor injuries that car accident victims face include...
Get to know Florida’s texting and driving laws
Florida updated its distracted driving laws in 2019. Device use while driving, including email, instant messaging, texting and typing, now constitutes a primary offense. Review and abide by the changes to stay safe on Florida roads. What is a primary offense? Before,...
