In the United States, almost 30 people die every day in car accidents caused by drunk drivers. This is the equivalent of a fatality every 51 minutes. Alcohol-related collisions have an annual cost of more than $59 billion.
Drunk driving is of particular concern during the holidays. Nearly half of all highway deaths on Jan. 1 involve alcohol. Thanksgiving and Christmas also have high rates of traffic fatalities, with alcohol a major factor.
Safety experts say that there are several effective measures that can be taken to prevent deaths and injuries from car accidents caused by impaired driving. Experts say that it is essential that existing 0.08 percent blood alcohol content (BAC) laws be strictly enforced, as well as minimum legal drinking age laws and state zero tolerance laws for drivers under the age of 21. In addition, law enforcement officials conduct additional operations to enforce drunk driving laws during the holidays.
Drivers can protect themselves in several ways. First, ensure that you are not driving impaired, by planning ahead for a designated driver. Also, be aware of times when drunk drivers may be on the road, including late at night and on holidays, and take extra precautions. Make sure your holidays are happy and safe.
Brake failure is a serious occurrence in an automobile and leads to hundreds of car crashes each year. The most common cause of brake failure is owner neglect. Brakes must be inspected for wear and replaced regularly. Overheating due to overuse is another cause of brake failure. Leaking hydraulic fluid or leaking oil can cause...
A single-vehicle collision is, as the name implies, an accident that involves only one vehicle. Despite that only one vehicle is involved, these can be the most destructive and most fatal type of accidents. Single vehicle accidents are usually caused by distraction, speed, intoxication, driver fatigue, and mechanical failure. Single-vehicle accidents can be due to...
Officer.com reported on the tragic death of a police captain with the Miami-Dade Police Department in an off-duty crash Sunday that also hospitalized his wife, who is in critical condition. Preliminary reports from the Broward Sheriff’s Office indicate the accident occurred in the 11800 block of Griffin Road in Cooper City, around 1:00 p.m. Sunday....
Florida is one of the few states that still is a no-fault state. This means that drivers are required to carry a certain amount of personal injury protection insurance. This insurance is the first to begin to cover economic damages in the case of an accident. This includes property damage and medical bills. Before an...

Enter Our Giveaway of 2 Mini iPads for Signing a Parent Teen Safe Driving Contract Car accidents in Florida and throughout this nation are the leading cause of teenage deaths. For the parents of Antonio Rodriguez, the statistics of teen traffic-related deaths are all too familiar, as their son was one of the 3,000 teenagers...

The death of a Florida toddler that took place near the intersection of Fowler Street and Market Street serves as a harsh reminder of the importance of abiding by child safety restraint laws in Florida and throughout this nation. As we reported on this fatal Fort Myers car crash in our news section, we would...

If you’ve been in a car accident and need assistance obtaining a police report, making changes to an incorrect police report or filing a personal injury case for damages, contact an attorney that can help. With a thorough understanding of car accident and personal injury law, the Ft. Lauderdale personal injury firm at Chalik &...

Long daily commutes are par for the course in many regions of Florida, particularly in South Florida. According to data from the Census Bureau, the average commute time in 2011 in Broward County was 27.5 minutes each way. The average in Palm Beach County was 23.9 minutes each way. According to CNN, long daily commutes...

Car accidents injuries vary as widely as the specific circumstances that cause them. Although scrapes and cuts commonly result from items being strewn about the car amidst a collision, other injuries—from moderate, to severe, and even fatal—present themselves with alarming frequency. Some of these more serious injuries might not be immediately apparent to the accident...

In most cases, you have two years from the date of your car accident to claim injury in Florida. Florida’s statute of limitations establishes this time limit. Similarly, if you are pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit, the state gives you two years to file. Failing to file a lawsuit before the deadline can prevent you...

While there is no data on the average settlement value for rear-end collisions, there are a few key factors that can provide insight into the potential value of a case. These include the certainty with which another driver was at fault for the accident as well as the extent of your costs and losses. With...

The injuries one may suffer in a car accident varies based on many different factors, including who was involved and the type of collision that occurred. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)-distributed book Motor Vehicle Collisions (MVCs) by Tammy J. Toney-Butler and Matthew Varacallo, some common accidents with commonly reported injuries include:...