Local 10 News reports that a Tesla Model X was torn apart and there were four people injured in a crash on Hallandale Beach Boulevard. The crash occurred at about 10:30 a.m. on Monday morning and witnesses to the accident say that everyone involved is lucky to be alive. A Nissan GTR ran a traffic light…
One of the most dangerous fields that a person can work in is the construction industry. Of the 5,000 private-industry worker fatalities, 1 in every 5 works in construction. The “fatal four,” which are the leading causes of construction industry fatalities are falls, being struck by an object, electrocution, and being caught in something or…
Road rage has become a growing problem among drivers in the United States. According to a survey conducted by The Zebra, 82% of drivers reported that they have had road rage or drove aggressively over the past year. 45% of these drivers have reported changing lanes without signaling. 59% show their anger only by honking….
When a car crashes into a building, it seems that this kind of story almost always makes the news. There are some surprisingly common reasons that a vehicle will crash into a building. One of the most common is when a driver accidentally presses the accelerator instead of the brakes. Another common occurrence is when…
A side-impact crash, sometimes called a “T-bone” crash is one of the more deadly crashes. While head-on crashes are dangerous and deadly, side-impact crashes may be the most dangerous type of accident because there are no crumple zones. There are just a door and a window between the drivers and passengers and the other vehicle….
While a motorcycle can be an exhilarating way to get around, they are more prone to accidents. This is especially true when other passenger vehicles share the road as motorcycles are less visible than the other cars and trucks on the roadways. There are a few things that you can do, however, to increase your…
Despite the care that businesses and drivers and other places take to avoid accidents, they happen every day. When they occur, they can end with property damage, injuries, and in some tragic cases, even death. This is why personal injury litigation and insurance exists. These two things can offer monetary reimbursement to the injured victims….
Florida has laws regarding what drivers must due when an accident occurs. One of the primary laws is that even if the accident involves only minor property damage, the driver must stop. The driver must also notify the closest police department and provide their license and insurance information to the other persons involved as well…
In a report they call the Pedestrian Danger Index, a group called Smart Growth America took a look at the number of people struck and killed by drivers while they were walking to the number of people living in a given area. The report discovered that Florida has more pedestrian deaths in comparison with the…
The State of Florida recognizes that accidents happen and people make mistakes. This is why vehicular homicide charges are only presented when a person kills someone while operating a motor vehicle in a manner that is reckless and likely to cause the death of or great bodily harm to another. Reckless driving can be assumed…
Serious car accidents can result in damage ranging from a mangled bumped to a totaled vehicle. They can also result in the vehicle catching fire, a hazard for both the passengers and any onlookers. A violent impact can easily loosen wires and cables, causing electric sparks to fly. If fuel is present, this can cause…
Jet skis are a popular recreational vehicle commonly used in lakes and oceans across the United States. Jet skis, also called personal watercrafts (PWC), may be fun, but they can also be deadly. The rise of PWC rentals along beaches and lakes has made the vessels highly popular and with this comes people who are…
Under laws set forth by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), employers have a duty to provide their employees with a hazard-free workplace. Standards and practices for safety can differ from industry to industry and OSHA sets these expectations. When an injury occurs in the workplace, it is primarily covered by Worker’s Compensation. However,…
According to Consumer Report’s magazine, the latest version of Tesla’s Autopilot function is doing nothing to quash concerns. The tests performed revealed that the Autopilot’s new upgrade performed worse than human drivers and even created new risks when the company is already facing scrutiny over the system. One of the features, which allows the car…
Statistics reveal that most drivers will be involved in at least one accident in their lifetime. However, a little knowledge about the top causes of car accidents and how to avoid these situations may help you arrive home safely. There are about 350,000 car accidents in Florida each year. Speeding is one of the top…
Fleeing from the police is against the law in many states and Florida is no exception. Prior to 2003, however, the charge was only a misdemeanor. Since 2003, a person who is willfully refusing to stop for a law enforcement officer is a third-degree felony offense. This is the case regardless of whether the police…
A report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration revealed that in 2018 in Florida, there were 3,133 people killed in car accidents. 814 of those were caused by drunk drivers. In 2017, that number was 841 of 3,116 deaths. Even a first time DUI can have a huge impact in Florida. The fine is…
Earlier this year, it was revealed that nine of the twenty deadliest cities for pedestrians in the United States are in Florida. Orlando, a highly popular tourist destination, was ranked as least safe. After Orlando in terms of pedestrian safety came Daytona Beach, a popular spring break destination. Between 2008 and 2017, there were 5,433…
Between October and December, love is in the air for most deer. Those months mark mating season when deer are at their most mobile. Unfortunately, this means that this is the time when most car accidents involving deer take place. To keep yourself safe and your car intact you might want to consider these safety…
Head-on crashes account for only a small percentage of all overall accidents, but those accidents tend to be severe enough to cause 10% of all fatalities. Head-on crashes had a 58% fatality rate in 2017 according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. A large percentage of head-on collisions occur when a driver crosses the…
