Accidents are a common cause of head and brain injuries March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about the latest “developments for the brain injury community,” according to the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), one of the nationwide organizations leading this month-long educational campaign. However, what many people...
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Tampa's Vision Zero Efforts Gain National Praise
What improvements did Tampa make to prevent pedestrian accidents? Tampa’s Vision Zero program has helped reduce traffic fatalities in the city and received national praise for its effective use of federal funds to create structures that have helped prevent pedestrian accidents and other types of motor vehicle accidents in Tampa. "While even one death is...
Read MoreFlorida's New Traffic Laws: What Tampa Drivers Need to Know
A new law recently went into effect in Florida, and another one is being considered, which will hopefully prevent car accidents in the future. In general, these new traffic laws focus on highway drivers who remain in the passing lane, forcing other drivers to pass them on the right, according to the Tallahassee Democrat. Florida's...
Read MoreDrunk Driving During Holidays The Focus Of Law Enforcement Campaign
What Are Your Legal Options if you get hit by a drunk driver in Tampa? The holiday season should ideally be a time of joy and celebration. However, it's often tainted by a disturbing trend – an increase in car accidents caused by drunk drivers in Florida and throughout the country. This period experiences some...
Read MoreFlorida Adopts Safe System Approach to Reduce Traffic Fatalities
Car accident fatalities have been rising in Florida. In an effort to reduce the number of fatal car accidents in Florida, state officials plan to take a different, more proactive approach to reducing the number of motor vehicle accident fatalities, according to a recent WUSF news story about Florida's new Safe System Approach. "The main...
Read MoreTraffic Fatalities Decline for Fifth Consecutive Quarter
The latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reveals a promising decline in traffic fatalities for the fifth consecutive quarter. During the first half of 2023, 19,515 car accident deaths happened across the United States. This figure represents a decrease of 3.3% compared to the 20,190 fatalities recorded during the first half...
Read MoreHow Can An Attorney Help With a Car Accident Concussion Claim?
In a car accident, a concussion is a serious injury. Concussions are among the most common car accident injuries, classified as a type of traumatic brain injury with potentially significant and long-lasting consequences. It is vital for individuals who suffer concussions in car accidents to be aware of their rights and the available options. That's...
Read More‘Target Zero’ Campaign Aims To End Car Crashes in Florida
Every year, people in Florida are killed or seriously hurt in car accidents. That's why law enforcement agencies in Tampa and throughout the state are working together on a campaign to address the problem. The campaign, named "Target Zero," has a very clear goal – to get to zero transportation-related deaths and injuries on Florida...
Read MorePedestrian Deaths Hit Highest Mark in Over 40 Years
A new report from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) shows a disturbing trend in U.S. pedestrian deaths. In 2022, at least 7,508 people were killed in pedestrian accidents – the highest number recorded since 1981. Fatalities have been sharply increasing since 2010 The report also analyzed 2021 data from the National Highway Traffic...
Read MoreWhat To Do If You're Injured in a Private Transportation Accident in Florida
Consulting an attorney should be high on your list. Private transportation accidents in Florida can have serious consequences, resulting in injuries, property damage, and emotional distress for those involved. Whether it's a private van, wheelchair transportation service, senior transportation company, or other private hire vehicles, accidents can occur due to various factors such as driver...
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