Auto Accidents
Broken bones, head injuries, lacerations, and other physical injuries are what typically come to mind when you hear about someone being injured in a car accident. Less frequently considered is the effect of a car crash on the mental health and emotional well-being of the occupants of the vehicles involved in it. Although it is…
Most teenagers look forward to the day when they receive their driver’s license. For many teen drivers, this means freedom and independence, but getting behind the wheel of a car also comes with responsibilities and risks. According to the Florida Department of Transportation, the age group with the highest accident rate in the state is…
If you go by the advertising on radio and television, car insurance companies can’t wait to be there when you need help with a car accident claim. The advertising does not disclose that insurance companies are in business to make money. They make money through the premiums you pay for an auto insurance policy. They…
Hot and humid is the best way to describe Tampa this summer. On July 4, the area experienced a scorching 97 degrees, setting a new record temperature. However, for the Sunshine State, blistering heat has long been a familiar occurrence. Expect daytime summer temperatures to reach 95 degrees. People live and visit Florida for its…
Accidents happen when drivers fail, even for only seconds, to pay attention to the road ahead of them. About 396,000 accidents occurred on Florida roadways last year, resulting in 3,516 deaths and 251,504 injuries. One of the most common types of accidents is the rear-end collision. Colliding with a trailer-hitched vehicle can worsen injuries and…
If it seems as though bumper-to-bumper traffic has become the norm in Tampa, it could have something to do with the millions of tourists flocking to Tampa and the nearly 445,000 new residents moving to Florida each year. More people result in more cars on the roads. But, Tampa is not the only place experiencing…
An extremely popular retirement community in Florida has approximately 120,000 residents. It also has 60,000 golf carts. Vehicles made to transport golfers during a round of golf have become commonplace on roadways throughout Florida. Counting golf carts in the state is challenging due to the lack of registration or titles required. One way to get…
Summer has officially arrived, and you’re ready to hit the road for a well-earned vacation. Prepare yourself, your vehicle, and car insurance for out-of-state travel if your vacation involves driving. You can do so by reading this summer safety road trip guide. Before packing your bags and loading up the car, there are some essential…
Stress is that physical and emotional feeling that makes you slam on your brakes to avoid hitting a car that suddenly stopped in front of you. It’s how people react to challenging or demanding situations and events. Your body releases hormones that cause your brain and muscles to react, which is a good thing when…
Florida is one of only 12 states that have no-fault auto insurance laws. It may not mean much to you now, but it could pay for some or all of your medical expenses if you are the at-fault driver. All drivers in Florida must have an endorsement in their automobile insurance policies providing coverage for…
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