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A teenager from Polk County died of injuries he sustained in a single-car rollover accident in the days before. The 18-year-old was driving his pickup truck around 4:30 a.m. in Auburndale when, for unexplained reasons, he lost control of the vehicle. The truck swerved into an oncoming traffic lane, he over-corrected, and then the truck […]

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and based on 2017 figures, speeding is a factor in more than a quarter of all types of accidents. These figures include not only accidents involving drivers who exceeded the posted speed limits, but also those who may have been traveling within the posted speed but […]

You bought the motorcycle so you could see this sunny state in a whole new way. Now you were in an accident. Fortunately, unlike more than 500 motorcyclists who died in traffic-related crashes during the course of one year, you are alive. However, now you’re not sure what you should do. Read on for general […]

Summer in Florida brings with it the desire for families to hit the beautiful pools, lakes and water parks our state has to offer. However, if the proper precautions are not taken, lives can be put at risk. Parents must face some hard facts when it comes to drowning statistics. Drowning is the leading cause […]

The topics found on this page are dedicated to helping you identify and avoid road rage in Florida if at all possible. If you have any additional questions or comments please call our office at 407-422-4529. The Dangers Of Road Rage And Aggressive Driving 8 Things You Need To Know About Road Rage How To […]

Contrary to popular belief, snow and ice are NOT the most deadly driving hazards. It’s rain. According to USA Today, rain has been named the deadliest weather driving hazard, more so than snow. Rain causes more driving fatalities than snow in 39 of the 50 states, according to a new analysis of federal data. The […]

According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 80 percent of drivers have reportedly experienced road rage or “aggressive driving.” Although it is a common occurrence, road rage can be dangerous not only to the driver but to other drivers, passengers and pedestrians on the road. In fact, the AAA reported that aggressive driving is […]

A number of auto accidents occur in Florida due to improper vehicle maintenance. Unclean and cracked windshields that obstruct vision, faulty brakes, broken turn signals and balding tires can all result in a serious auto accident. While a driver is not held liable for unanticipated mechanical failures, a driver can be held liable for injuries […]

What state ranked #1 for the worst drivers? For the second year in a row, Florida has been ranked the #1 state for the worst drivers. What is the leading cause of death and injury to children in the U.S.? Auto accidents are the leading cause of death and injury to children in the United […]

We see a fair number of pregnant women in our office who’ve been involved in a Florida car accident. Pregnancy is a fragile state, and even the slightest jolt can cause unseen damage to the mother and the baby. Car wrecks—even fender benders—can be enough to cause emotional and physical concern for expectant mothers. If […]