Commercial trucks are big vehicles. Under federal regulations, they can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, which is 20-40 times heavier than many passenger vehicles. Unsurprisingly, these commercial trucks can cause horrific injuries when they slam into smaller vehicles. What are the most common reasons for truck accidents? Helpfully, the federal…
A devastating truck accident in early January has raised concerns about the driving skills of commercial truck drivers. The accident killed the driver, another trucker, and five children in a fiery crash that took place on Interstate 75 near Gainesville. According to media reports, 59-year-old Steve Holland veered into a…
In July, we wrote about an accident involving the Brightline train system and its history of collisions. Unfortunately, another accident has recently occurred, this one leaving a woman in critical condition. As reported by the Miami Herald, a woman was badly injured in a collision in the middle of October…
Truck platooning might be the wave of the future. But what is it, and should other motorists on the road be worried? In this post, we provide the basics. Platooning Explained (It’s Not as Scary as You Think) Many trucks currently drive in a convoy, lined up in a row….
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,…
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal in Florida—and for good reason. These substances severely impair your ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and can lead to unfortunate accidents. In Florida, over 5,000 accidents occurred in 2016 because of alcohol and another 617 stemmed from driving…
Drunk driving is a serious problem in Florida. Between 2003 and 2012, 8,476 people in the state were killed in drunk driving accidents. Florida ranks above the national average in terms of deaths by age and gender. Nationwide, 1.9 percent of people report that they drive after drinking too much….
In the aftermath of a car accident, it is not always clear what went wrong. People refer to car collisions as accidents, but they are often the natural result of poor decisions by drivers. Human errors come in many different forms, from passive mistakes like the failure to check mirrors,…
Many older people in Miami-Dade drive to retain their independence and mobility. However, seniors who choose to do so are at risk of being fatally injured in car accidents. According to a 2012 report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of seniors who are licensed to…
