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Honesty and the willingness to put your hand up and admit you were wrong are values you learned as a child. It can be frustrating if you are in a car crash and the driver responsible refuses to accept they were to blame. You should never admit fault in a car crash...
In many states, who pays for car crash injuries comes down to who was at fault. Things are different in Florida as it is a no-fault state. Each driver must claim for their injuries on their own insurance. Florida drivers must carry personal injury protection Personal...
If you have a vehicle crash, the shock can affect your ability to think. It pays to know what to do in advance, rather than trying to work it out on the spot. How likely is a crash on Broward County roads? Data for 2019 from Florida Health show there were 243 people...
Texting while driving became illegal in Florida in 2019. Yet figures show that police issue few tickets for texting behind the wheel. They only gave 3,174 during 2020. They issued more for driving in the carpool lane without passengers. That is of danger to no one....
A 2020 report by Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety (AHAS) finds Florida is one of the most dangerous states to drive in. Over 3,000 people died on its roads during 2018. The report suggests that state authorities need to tighten their traffic laws. How much do...
Sport utility vehicles are very popular in Florida and around the country. However, as they become larger and more comfortable, they continue to pose a risk to pedestrians. In fact, pedestrian accidents that involve SUVs are increasing at a faster rate than any other...
In the state of Florida, engaging in aggressive driving behaviors can result in criminal charges. Aggressive driving can take on many forms, but it frequently involves tailgating other drivers, honking your horn, shouting and making obscene gestures, weaving in and...
Once you've been in a car accident in Florida, your first step should be to seek medical care. Many people in Florida have suffered from additional injuries because they didn't get proper care or seek help in time. Here's some advice on making sure you get the best...
Florida lawmakers will once again discuss banning red-light cameras. Rep. Anthony Sabatini has introduced a bill in the House that would outlaw the devices. Sabatini, who introduced similar legislation in 2018 and 2019, decided to take action in November when the...
The Department of Transportation (DOT) in Florida defines distracted driving as any action that causes a driver to turn his or her attention away from operating a motor vehicle. Distractions can include something that causes a driver to take his or her hands off the...
