OTC Drug Intoxication and Car Crashes: The Hidden Risk Behind Everyday Meds
Pedestrian safety is a common concern in areas frequented by tourists. Unfamiliarity with streets, the excitement of being on vacation, and new sights and distractions can all increase the risk of collision with a pedestrian – and as we approach another school year, talking to your children about pedestrian safety becomes even more critical.
A Closer Look at Cellphone Use While Driving: Risks, Laws & Real-Stats
Cellphone use is one of the leading causes of distracted driving car accidents in the state of Florida. To counter this, state law bans texting and messaging on a handheld device while driving. This does not mean the practice is uncommon. Much to the contrary. Cellphone use while driving is ubiquitous, so common that most […]
Stay Safe on Super Bowl Sunday: Protect Yourself During Game Day
According to the National Highway Travel Safety Administration, occurrences of drunk driving are 22% higher on Super Bowl Sunday than on any other Sunday of the year. Some of these drivers are pulled over before they have a chance to injure others, but Super Bowl Sunday also sees an increase in the number of drunk driving-related accidents – by as much as 57% in some areas of the country.
Top Causes of Car Accidents in Florida
There are 14.6 million licensed drivers in the state of Florida, making ours the state with the third-highest percentage of legal drivers. The Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Department reports that there are around 650 auto accidents in our state every day, accounting for approximately 200,000 car accidents yearly. Many of these result in serious injury. Approximately 3,000 every year result in death.
National Teen Driver Safety Week: What Parents Must Teach Their Teen Drivers
National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 17th – 23rd, marking a great time for parents to have an honest conversation with their teen drivers about staying safe on the road.
The Final Drive of Summer Traffic: Labor Day Safety Tips
As Labor Day approaches, many people will be making the most of what’s remaining of summer vacation, heading to the beach or visiting nearby attractions to squeeze as much fun as possible out of these final days of summer. As traffic increases, it is important to remember your role in creating it – and to take steps in reducing the risk you pose to yourself and others while you are a part of it.
This Is How Often Americans Touch Their Phones While Driving
You know that distracted driving is a problem. You may even think you’re a superstar at avoiding phone calls and texting while you drive, but research from several apps and companies that monitor phone use and driving, suggests otherwise. One company, Zendrive, took data from millions of cellphones and matched it with a self-assessment from the same drivers. When asked if they were good at focusing on the road, most distracted drivers said yes, and around one-third of the worst distracted drivers reported they were “extremely safe” while driving.
4 Tips to Prevent Distracted Driving
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nine people are killed each day in car accidents involving distracted drivers, and more than 1,000 suffer personal injuries. Distracted driving includes any activity that takes your attention away from the road. Learn how you can stay safe on the road and avoid being the cause of your own or someone else’s pain and suffering.