The Governors Highway Safety Association has terrible news—pedestrian deaths have risen to their highest numbers in almost 30 years. According to NPR, the number of pedestrians who died in traffic accidents reached 6,227 in 2018. Even worse, many of the deaths occurred right here at home in Miami. Florida Is…
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…
Sunny days and hot weather in Florida create the perfect recipe for shopping and spending more time outside. They also create conditions that increase the risk of injury-causing accidents. Most malls, stores and other establishments in the area are relatively safe. But there are potential hazards that can affect your…
Unsafe sidewalk conditions such as cracked and uneven slabs can result in serious trip-and-fall injuries such as torn ligaments, broken bones and head injuries. Unfortunately, the injured person may not know where to turn for help. Many people assume the local government will pay for damages such as medical bills,…
