Early November saw a terrible crash involving an Amtrak train and a semi truck in Palatka, early in the morning. The train had been travelling from New York to Miami and was carrying 162 people when it collided with the big rig. According to First Coast News, the accident happened…
Even though Florida takes drunk driving very seriously, horrible accidents continue to occur on our state’s roads, and far too many people die. According to state statistics, Florida saw 5,223 alcohol-confirmed crashes in 2016, with 417 crashes resulting in at least one fatality. There were also 291 drug-confirmed crashes with…
Riding a motorcycle is a great hobby in Florida. In fact, we are on the most popular destinations for bikers. Unfortunately, riding on a bike is also a dangerous hobby, since motorcyclists are completely exposed to the road and other vehicles. After a crash, you might suffer terrible physical and…
All high-impact sports carry risks, so the answer to this question is somewhat complicated. Sports like football are incredibly popular. According to one study, 1.5 million children play football. Before deciding whether your child should play a particular sport, you should do as much research as you can. Understanding the…
Florida has some of the most dangerous highways in the nation. Countless motorists suffer collisions, suffering costly injuries. Alas, Florida also has one of the worst insurance rates in the nation, with a whopping 27% of drivers not being insured. If you are injured in a car accident, you need…
Questions about construction safety have once more been raised after a construction manager was injured during the recent demolition of a condo in Miami Beach. According to the Tampa Bay Times, 46-year-old Samuel Landis was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital after being struck by debris during the demolition. He is…
Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft continue to increase in popularity. With their competitive prices and convenience, they are rapidly replacing taxi cabs in South Florida. However, Uber and Lyft drivers continue to get in accidents, and passengers can easily be injured. If your driver gets involved in a collision,…
In general, automobiles continue to get safer. But there are still thousands of car accidents each year in Florida. In fact, there are in excess of 60,000 motor vehicle crashes annually in Miami-Dade County, based on the most recent statistics from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles….
The Brightline opened this past January, providing high-speed rail service between Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Miami. It is the first privately owned passenger rail system in the United States since the early 1980s. And while private ownership can offer many benefits, it also raises serious concerns about the…
We often underestimate the effects of tiredness. After a full day of work, we often keep going by cooking dinner, taking kids to sports activities, checking emails and watching TV. We may then get five or six hours of sleep and repeat the same schedule the next day. Too much…
