Many rear-end accidents happen because drivers are either following too closely or not paying attention. For example, Florida has banned the use of handheld electronic devices in the car. But there are still drivers who attempt to use their cellphones while driving,...
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What makes summer so dangerous for teenage drivers?
Aspiring teen drivers are often very eager to start their training and even more excited about the prospect of driving without adult supervision. When a teenager obtains their licenses in Florida, they may start driving themselves to school or to their part-time jobs....
What to do if homeowners cry “Mold!”
When homeowners discover mold in a property following a contractor's work, it can lead to significant concerns and potential disputes. It's important for contractors to handle such situations with caution and professionalism to protect their business, safeguard their...
Using social media evidence to fight insurance challenges
Given how often individuals and businesses alike turn to social media for any number of reasons – including connection, access to a captive audience and marketing potential – it is, perhaps, not at-all surprising that social media activity is increasingly influencing...
Seeking compensation after a car crash results in amputation in Florida
Car accidents are a frightening experience. The adrenaline rush and shock that may follow can mask underlying injuries, leading to a false sense of security. Imagine the devastating realization that what you thought were minor injuries resulted in limb amputation. If...
Florida legislators are endangering those who work in the heat
Several states on the West Coast have paved the way for greater protection of workers who operate outside. Specifically, when temperatures rise, workers in several states now benefit from legal protections designed to safeguard them from heat-related illness and...
The most dangerous driving distractions
Driving is an activity that requires a lot of focus. There are always hazards on the roadways at any time of day. Road users cannot afford to be distracted. Nonetheless, distractions do occur and they can result in serious accidents. In fact, distracted driving is...
Has road rage recently become a more serious traffic issue in Florida?
Road rage has been a public safety concern for decades. The mainstream media often highlights stories about drivers losing their cool in traffic and becoming aggressive toward one another. Some road rage incidents lead to fights between drivers or one-sided assaults....
Stats show that fatal accident rates are rising
It often feels like there’s a focus on safety on American roads, and you would assume that those roads are getting safer. New vehicles have crumple zones, airbags, blindspot monitoring systems, backup cameras and plenty of other examples of auto safety technology....
What can you do to help someone who slips and falls?
Slips and falls are very common, and even a fall from standing height on a wet floor can be very dangerous. Falls are the number one reason for trauma-related hospital admissions, and they can be outright fatal to older people – but people do not have to be elderly or...