As the clocks are set back one hour and the fall light turns to early dusk and dark, drivers are at a higher risk of night time accidents. In addition to reduced vision, drivers may also suffer drowsiness and reduced awareness when driving at night. While the risks of night…
Two people were taken to Delray Medical Center after they got into a two-vehicle accident on Interstate 95. Unfortunately, one occupant didn’t make it. The female in the accident had to be removed from the wreckage with “Jaws of Life.” She was later pronounced dead at the Medical Center. The…
We’ve all been there before — driving down the road, struggling to keep our eyes open. Did you know that it’s that exact scenario that led to more than 11,000 fatalities in the last decade? According to Yahoo News, it’s a problem that can’t really be detected. We’ve got breathalyzers…
Our Oakland Park injury lawyers know many people are aware of the benefits of reviewing safety-rating information when purchasing a vehicle. However, there is often a great deal to decipher and it’s hard to know what’s truly relevant. Now, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is recommending the creation of…
If you’ve been here for a while, you may have noticed the increase in the number of roundabouts that keep popping up along our roadways. They’ve been spreading like wildfire out there over the last 15 years. Officials see them as an easy and cost effective way to try and…
We all know it’s a little tougher to drive at night. In fact, about 7 out of 10 drivers in the country actually fear driving at night because of a lack of visibility. In South Florida, we may not have to deal with winter, but early darkness and heavy tourist…
After a recent traffic accident, a barrier wall was left with a gaping 10-foot hole. One person was killed in this accident, and it wasn’t the driver of the truck. According to the Sun Sentinel, repairs on the Interstate 95 barrier could not be made until after the hydraulic fluid…
A recent accident between a charter bus and a pickup truck at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport left one person injured. According to The Miami Herald, the accident caused a traffic headache for airport travelers. Those who use economy parking were advised to leave nearly an hour earlier than normal.…
You can come up with all of the excuses you want, but the truth of the matter is that car accidents are largely preventable. But if you’re looking for excuses, you need look no further than a recent story out of St. Lucie. According to the TC Palm, the driver…
New Years is a time to make resolutions, and one of the best resolutions you can make is a promise to avoid dangerous driving behavior. Auto accidents happen every day, but there are certain behaviors that can increase your accident risk greatly. Speeding and distracted driving are two of those…