Leaving the scene of an accident, also known as hit-and-run is a serious offense, especially when it involves death. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, three of every five road fatalities involved a pedestrian hit by a hit-and-run driver. Hit-and-run involving a fatality could be charged as a felony. The penalties for being convicted of…
Collision in Palmetto Leads to Rollover
According to the Insurance Information Institute, failure to yield was a top cause of traffic accidents. In 2016, failure to yield was the primary reason behind 3,659 accidents or 7% of all accidents. There are many reasons that a person may not yield to those with the right of way. One of the primary reasons…
Driver Loses Control, Car Roof Sheared Off
There are many reasons that a driver might lose control of their car, causing it to veer off a roadway. The number one cause of loss of control is weather conditions. Rain, when it first begins, can make a roadway slick, causing tires to lose traction. However, weather is not the only reason behind drivers…
House Catches Fire After Crash
Brake failure is a serious occurrence in an automobile and leads to hundreds of car crashes each year. The most common cause of brake failure is owner neglect. Brakes must be inspected for wear and replaced regularly. Overheating due to overuse is another cause of brake failure. Leaking hydraulic fluid or leaking oil can cause…
Street Sweeper Catches Fire After Striking Dump Truck
There are many reasons why a vehicle may ignite during or immediately after a crash. One of the primary reasons is that the fuel tank ruptures and sparks from the crash ignite the fuel, causing the fire. Poor maintenance can also lead to a car fire. Design defects may also lead to a car catching…
Latest Tesla Crash Shows Same Problems As Earlier Crash
Tesla CEO Elon Musk may be providing a high-end vehicle for those that have the money. Some critics, however, say that the way the company advertises its autopilot function may be causing accidents. Drivers may think that the autopilot mode, available on some Tesla models, allows them to go hands-free and that the car will…
Mid-Air Collision Near Green Cove Springs Kills Pilot
While many people undertake and receive their pilot’s license, allowing them to fly small planes, they may be unaware of the dangers associated with private planes. General aviation, which is defined as all domestic civilian flights except commercial trips, has become safer since the 1970s. However, it still remains much more dangerous than a commercial…
Driver Plows Into Teens in Miami, Three Dead
A Florida woman charged with DUI manslaughter was found to have a long history of driving citations, according to records. Investigators say that Mariam Coulibaly was driving on a suspended license and has a history of 42 traffic infractions since 2008, a record which includes seven previous crashes. In 2015 alone, Coulibaly was involved in…
Please Make Sure Your Children Have Protective Gear For Sports
Football is a sport that is enjoyed by millions of fans and players alike. However, it is also a dangerous sport that has led to serious injuries, including paralysis and death. The movie “Concussion” attempted to bring the dangers of football-related head injuries to the forefront of public concern. When someone suffers from repeated concussive…
Young Child Killed While Cycling to School
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Florida tops the list when it comes to the deadliest states for bicyclists. The statistics were staggering: per-capita, Florida’s cyclist death rate was almost 60% higher than the next state on the list. Between 2007-2016, Florida had 6.2 deaths per 100,000 people. That is compared to Louisiana’s…
Man Jailed For Running Over Sunbather
A report compiled by the National Complete Streets Coalition found that Florida leads the nation when it comes to pedestrian deaths. Of Florida cities, the Orlando-Kissimmee area took the number one spot. Between 2008 and 2017, Miami-Ft. Lauderdale had 1,549 pedestrian deaths, landing it in the number 14 spot. Nationwide, the report that pedestrian fatalities…
Boating Accidents in Florida Are Down From Last Year
According to Visit Florida, the state’s official tourism organization, the Sunshine State set a record for tourism in 2018. The state welcomed 126.1 million out-of-state visitors last year, exceeding the previous year’s record of 118.8 million visitors. According to records, 10.8 million of those visitors were from overseas, while another 3.5 million were from Canada….
Man Leaves Dead Wife Behind After Accident
Florida law requires a person involved in an accident to stop at the scene. When the collision involves an unattended vehicle or a small amount of property damage, the charge is a misdemeanor. If the crash involves another vehicle with a driver or passengers inside, where only property damage is involved, it is pretty much…
Third Self-Driving Death in Tesla Vehicles
Self-driving cars have been the dream of many an auto manufacturer. While we’re not quite there yet, one automaker has made great strides in automation when it comes to driving. Tesla, who touts that its “autopilot” feature can take some of the driving responsibility out of human hands, has come under scrutiny recently. Many drivers…
Field Trip Bus Crash Injures Over 30 Students
Charter buses are a great way to travel and for the most part, they are safe. The drivers are usually experienced and are required to have a commercial driver’s license (CDL). These licenses usually require additional training for drivers to attain this license specification. Interstate charter buses, also known as motorcoaches, are required to have…
Tiger Woods Sued For Encouraging Bartender, Indirectly Causing Fatal DUI Accident
Many states have what are called “dram shop laws” which allow someone to sue an establishment for serving a person alcohol who then goes out and gets into an accident. Florida is no exception. Under Florida laws, the victims of an accident or the family members of a victim may sue an establishment for serving…
Trooper Hit By Another Vehicle While Assisting at Scene Due to Hydroplaning
The term hydroplaning is usually used to describe when a car slides or skids across a wet surface. This happens when the tires of a vehicle encounter more water than it can scatter. Water is pressed under the tire, separating it from the road surface. The result is a loss of steering, braking, and power…
Driver Tries To Pass Vehicle, Strikes Bus Head-On
There are many circumstances that can lead a person to lose control of their vehicle. Speed, distracted driving, adverse road conditions, and having to swerve to miss another vehicle or obstacle in the road. In order to stay safe if you’ve found yourself out of control in your vehicle, the first thing to do is…
Man Crashes Lawnmower Into Police Cruiser
When thinking of a DUI, most people conjure images of an intoxicated person driving a car or truck wildly through the streets. However, Florida’s laws do not specifically state that one must be driving a motor vehicle in order to get a DUI. In fact, if an intoxicated person is driving a golf cart, an…
Pedestrian Attempts To Cross I-75, Struck And Killed
Floridians have the highest risk of being involved in a pedestrian accident. A report from Smart Growth America and the National Complete Street Coalition ranked the 20 deadliest U.S. cities for pedestrians. Nine of these cities were in Florida. Orlando was ranked the least safe and the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West-Palm-Beach area came in at number 14….