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Motorcyclists in Florida and from around the country flock to the Sunshine State to enjoy its generally warm weather and beautiful seaside roads. However, it’s important for bikers in Florida to clearly understand the state's helmet laws and the importance of additional safety gear for a safe riding experience. This is especially important in Tampa,...

Uber accident claims in Florida can quickly become more complex than many people anticipate. Whether you were struck by an Uber driver or involved in a crash while driving for Uber or Uber Eats, injury claims often turn into difficult, confusing, and contentious situations. For car accident victims in Florida, understanding how the legal system...

Nobody likes to deal with heavy traffic. Traffic congestion can disrupt daily routines and cause delays that lead to frustration and stress. It also makes the task of driving more complicated and creates a safety risk. There’s a greater risk of a car accident that leaves drivers and passengers with serious injuries. This year, the...

Car accidents in Florida and across the nation happen for many different reasons, but some dangerous driving behaviors consistently lead to serious crashes year after year. According to a recent AAA study, three behaviors, in particular, account for a significant portion of accidents: speeding, distracted driving, and aggressive driving. “Behind every deadly statistic is a...

Drunk driving accidents wreak havoc throughout the year in Tampa and across the country. However, the holidays can be an especially dangerous time of the year due to the large number of impaired drivers on the road, something one Tampa family knows all too well. "That one decision is like taking a picture frame, throwing...

Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, held each November, reminds us of the serious risks associated with drowsy driving. About 1 in 25 adults admit to falling asleep while driving. Many more acknowledge driving while overly tired, which can lead to serious and fatal car accidents. The National Sleep Foundation estimates that 6,400 people die each year...

St. Petersburg has seen an alarming rise in pedestrian accidents, prompting local authorities to take action. According to a recent report by Fox 13 News, police in St. Petersburg will be stepping up their presence on the streets in an effort to curb bicycle and pedestrian accidents. "We do what we can to be out...

Pedestrian accidents frequently happen at intersections in Hillsborough County, and one of the most dangerous is North Rome Avenue and West Columbus Drive in West Tampa, according to a recent ABC Action News report. "My biggest fear… is this intersection," Tampa resident David Green said in an interview with ABC Action News. "It's just a bad...

We see it every day on Florida roads: drivers traveling at dangerous speeds. Across the U.S., speeding resulted in 12,151 traffic fatalities, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That accounts for 29% of all traffic fatalities. In Florida, speeding and aggressive driving caused 396 fatalities and 850 serious injuries during the same year....

Pedestrian accidents are on the rise in Tampa, according to a new study that blames bad road design and other factors for the continued increase in pedestrian fatalities. According to the study, Tampa is now ranked 8th in the country for the most pedestrian deaths nationwide. “The shape of our roads and the way that...