Florida Ranks 3rd Nationwide for Fatal Car Crashes-What Drivers Need to Know
A new report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that Florida is one of the deadliest states to drive. Falling third on the list, just behind California and Texas, Florida saw nearly 2,800 motor vehicle accident-related deaths in the first nine months of 2022. Lee County, which includes Fort Myers, saw the highest number of fatal crashes, accounting for 123 deaths, nearly double the fatality rate of any other county in the state.
FMCSA Increases Fines for Trucking Violations-What It Means for Victims
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced an increase in fines for truck drivers who violate specific rules and regulations. This includes an increase for violations of: Out-of-Service Orders from $29,893 to $32,208 Conducting Operations During Suspension or Revocation from $26,269 to $28,304 Operating After an “Unsatisfactory” Safety Rating from $89,678 to $96,624 Knowingly […]
What Is Driver Negligence? Understanding When Drivers Fail Their Duty
Driver negligence is among the leading causes of auto accidents in the United States. A relatively broad term, driver negligence encompasses a range of behaviors that increase risks for accidents, placing everyone on the road in danger of serious or fatal injury. What is Driver Negligence in Naples, FL? Common examples of driver negligence include: […]
Injured in a Hit-and-Run? Your Legal Options Explained
Here’s some shocking news: more than 700,000 hit-and-run accidents happen yearly. A majority of the victims in these accidents are bicyclists and pedestrians. And only 10 percent of hit-and-run accidents are solved. These findings from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety illustrate how widespread a problem hit-and-run accidents have become and how challenging it can be to seek fair compensation following an injury.
Study: Over Half of Car Accident Victims Were Impaired by Drugs or Alcohol
A new, large study from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has found that a majority of car accident victims are intoxicated. During the study, just over 54 percent of drivers injured in car accidents were found to be on at least one intoxicating substance. Over 20 percent were on more than one – and intoxication wasn’t limited to drivers. Over half of all victims of car accidents, be they drivers or passengers, were found to be on one or more intoxicants during the study.
Truck Driver Fatigue: A Hidden Danger on the Road
The Large Truck Crash Causation Study, conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, found that truck driver fatigue played a role in 13 percent of truck accidents during the study period. Since the study’s authoring nearly 20 years ago, several safety measures have been put in place to try and mitigate truck driver fatigue […]
OTC Drug Intoxication and Car Crashes: The Hidden Risk Behind Everyday Meds
Some over-the-counter medications can interfere with cognitive processing and physical response time. For example, cough syrup, decongestants, antihistamines, sleep aids, and more might result in delayed response time, increased instances of distraction, and heightened risks for an accident.
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 […]
Biking to the Beach? How to Protect Yourself from Serious Injury
New research has found that larger vehicles, such as SUVs, vans, pickup trucks, and minivans are more likely to strike cyclists than smaller vehicles such as passenger cars. This is particularly true when large vehicles are turning, an act that sees risks for bicycle accidents increase as much as 4x over. Knowing that larger vehicles […]