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Collier County Cracks Down On Distracted Driving
Texting and driving isn’t illegal in Florida, but deputies in Collier County have found another way to ticket motorists who aren’t paying attention behind the wheel. Lieutenant Michael Dolan of the Collier County Sheriff’s Office states that there is no citation that...
Florida Legislature Focuses on Bicyclist Safety
Halloween is the one time during the year that children can dress up as their favorite super-hero or cartoon character and collect candy and treats from their friends and neighbors. Although Halloween is typically a fun night for children and adults alike, it can come...
Driving With A Dog On Your Lap-The New Distracted Driving Trend?
Texting while driving has been at the forefront of distracted driving conversations for some time now. But a new distracted driving trend is beginning to emerge--driving with a pet on your lap. According to a AAA survey, last year 21 percent of drivers let their dog...
DEA Investigates Florida Pharmacies for Increase in Oxycodone Prescriptions
We recently published an article noting the increasing incidence of drugged drivers and the hazards they are bringing to our Florida highways. “Drugged driving is just as reckless as drunk driving. It can lead to tragic car accidents and injuries,” said Florida injury...
April Is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Distracted drivers are responsible for thousands of fatal crashes each year. In an effort to curb distracted driving, April has been designated as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the NSC or National Safety Council relays a message to all drivers:...
Florida Residents Should Stay Alert to Dangerous Dogs
With summer fast approaching, more and more Florida residents will be congregating outside on porches and sidewalks as their family and friends come to Florida during their vacations and summer holidays. Unfortunately, for some, the carefree evenings can turn tragic...
Florida Drivers Can Learn from Creative California Distracted Driving Campaign
Does texting while driving turn you into a zombie? According to authorities in California, it does. California has launched a new public service campaign aimed at curbing distracted driving. In the campaign, drivers are depicted as zombies -- drawing from the concept...
Female Teen Drinkers Pose Risk on Florida Highways
Last month, we presented information regarding the importance of educating our Florida teenagers on driving safely, and distraction-free, to prevent serious injuries and death when traveling Florida highways. However, we did not discuss an alarming trend that is...
Cellphones Top Distraction Among Drivers
There are many types of distracted driving behaviors--adjusting controls, eating, drinking, personal hygiene, reaching for something in the back seat. But according to a new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the use of electronic devices, including...
Florida Teams Up With FTA To Curb Distracted Driving Among Public Transit Employees
Distracted driving has become a growing national problem, and the federal government is ready to take action. This week, the FTA or Federal Transit Administration announced that they are teaming up with the FDOT or Florida Department of Transportation in order to...
Costumed Advertisements Targeted By Florida Cities
If you’ve driven by a shopping center, chances are you’ve seen them: costume-wearing advertisements. They spin, they twirl, and they dance to attract business. But according to a few South Florida cities, they also distract drivers. Hallandale Beach is attempting to...
Port St. Lucie School Bus Accident Just One of Many in U.S. in Recent Weeks
Getting our children safely to school is often taken for granted as hundreds of buses crowd the roads every morning. When school started back, we urged Florida drivers to be extra cautious as students loaded and unloaded school buses. Unfortunately, recently there has...
Florida Bike Week Deadliest in Years
Two weeks ago, we alerted our readers to Bike Week to make them aware of the thousands of motorcyclists that would be sharing the Florida roads. Unfortunately, several cyclists died in an automobile accident during the event, including one last Saturday. As Bike Week...
Florida Boating Accident Lawyer Urges Safety as Spring Draws Boaters, Fishermen to Treasure Coast Waters
Stuart, FL, March 22, 2012 — Florida boating accident lawyer Philip DeBerard, III, today urged fishermen headed out for bass fishing on Lake Okeechobee and other recreational boaters on Treasure Coast waters to make safe and smart decisions as they enjoy their time on...
New “Faces of Distracted Driving” Video Released
In 2010, more than 3,000 Americans were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver. That’s why in November of that year, the U.S. Department of Transportation launched a video campaign known as “Faces of Distracted Driving,” which aims to illustrate the...
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