Car crashes are common sights in Florida, where more than 391,164 accidents occurred last year that caused 248,958 injuries. Locally, in Hillsborough County, there were 12,146 injuries in 28,237 accidents. In this article we’ll look at…
A traumatic brain injury is an injury to the brain that changes the lives of victims. Paralysis, cognitive impairment, personality changes, and death are only a few of the potential effects. Motor vehicle accidents are…
As a state, Florida has a great deal to offer as both a tourist destination and as a place to call home. But one way in which it is lacking is road safety. There were…
Its popularity as a retirement destination may be the reason the population of Florida has the second highest percentage of people ages 65 and older at 21.1% of the population of Florida. The Sunshine State has the…
According to the most recent census data, 21% of Florida's population is 65 or older, a statistic surpassed by only one other state. For many seniors, driving gives them the mobility needed to remain active…
What better time than National Senior Independence Month to call attention to the organizations and services available to make it safer and more enjoyable for Florida seniors in Tampa and other communities? It’s also a…
When you think of the injuries suffered by drivers and passengers involved in a car accident, a dental injury may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Instead, fractured bones, lacerations, and concussions…
To answer what a loss of consortium is, let's first define personal injury. Personal injury is the area of law concerned with compensating victims suffering physical and emotional harm. This personal harm is usually because…
Three to seven seconds may not seem like much time, but it could be the difference between making it safely across the street or becoming an accident statistic. Extending the walk signal time so that…
Florida Car Accident Statistics and Trends: What You Need to Know Statistics source: Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Florida continues to rank among the most dangerous states for drivers. According to preliminary…
When shopping for presents this holiday season, take a moment before completing the purchase to consider if you're gifting safe toys. Something as simple as a rubber ball or a balloon can block an airway…
Although the United States spends more money on hospital-based maternity care than any other country, its maternal mortality rate is higher than all other developed countries in the world. The rate of maternal mortality in…
The pandemic seems to have affected almost every aspect of life. So it should be no surprise that it has dramatically affected distracted driving. This new report, however, may be surprising. The report coincides with crash…
The safety of children riding the bus to school should be on everyone’s mind throughout the year. With National School Bus Safety Week in October, this may be an appropriate time to review how everyone…
Coping with the death of a loved one is never easy, but when the person dies unexpectedly in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence, the loss becomes even more devastating and painful. Combined…
