The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration stated that an alarming spike in deaths from last year through the first half of this year is a "crisis that needs to be addressed now." Although traffic deaths had declined over the past 50 years, 2015 saw a sharp...
Month: November 2016
New ‘Quiet Car’ safety rules could protect pedestrians
Pedestrians and bikers are some of the most vulnerable people on the road, and a new safety requirement from the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration may help protect pedestrians from danger. The American Council of the...
States including Florida pass marijuana legislation on Election Day
With the new election results, many changes are coming nationwide. Not only is the country getting a new president, but several states passed legislation to allow the recreational usage of marijuana, and several approved or loosened restrictions on medical marijuana,...
SnapChat video of speeding driver illustrates rise of social media in accident cases
A 10-second SnapChat video is giving law enforcement officials an inside look into a horrifying crash that occurred late last night. A 22-year-old man was driving far in excess of the speed limit when his car crashed into another vehicle in Tampa late last month....
6 Tips For Safe Holiday Travel
With Halloween behind us, thoughts are turning to the upcoming holiday season - which often includes travel for family vacations or visits with loved ones.With extra traffic on the roads and the possibility of dangerous weather at your destination, it's important that...
Traumatic brain injuries common in car accidents
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) have gotten a lot of attention publicly lately, due to issues that athletes and other public figures have suffered. But did you know that sports are actually a fairly uncommon way to get a TBI, and that falls and motor vehicle accidents...
Hit and Run Accidents
The driver is always required to stop either at the scene of the accident or, if that is not safe, as close as safely possible. If the accident results in bodily or property damage each driver is required to provide the other drivers with their name, address, and the...