Category Archives: Florida
Road Rage Incidents in Florida
According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), most drivers admit that they have expressed road rage while behind the wheel. Aggressive honking, tailgating, and cutting drivers off are all road-rage behaviors that often contribute to accidents. An even scarier form of road rage emerges when the driver is armed. Road Rage Involving Guns In… Read More »
Overview of Florida Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage
According to the Insurance Research Council, about 12.6 percent of motorists in the United States lack automobile insurance coverage. This means that you have a one in eight chance of getting into an accident where a negligent driver is not adequately insured. When this happens, you are exposed to suffering serious injuries and being… Read More »
Most Dangerous Interstate in U.S. Is in Florida
As Hurricane Irma barreled toward Florida last month, hundreds of thousands of residents and tourists (maybe even millions) evacuated their homes and vacation rentals. In fact, the government mandated evacuations in certain areas, including in Tampa Bay. The mass exodus clogged roadways and exacerbated gas shortages — conditions ripe not only for traffic gridlock… Read More »
Florida Drivers Are Among the Most Distracted
Distracted driving is a serious problem in Florida, especially when that distraction comes in the form of a cell phone. In fact, a study conducted by the Transportation Research Laboratory found that texting delays a driver’s reaction time significantly more than alcohol delays a drunk driver’s reaction time. According to another study, Florida ranks… Read More »
Florida Law Enforcement Cracks Down on Aggressive Drivers
Florida drivers have become much more aggressive in recent years and authorities have taken notice. This past week, Florida Highway Patrol took part in the safety campaign, Ticketing Aggressive Cars and Trucks (TACT). The campaign was started in order to educate drivers on the dangers of aggressive driving and to compel motorists to practice… Read More »