Blog Posts in 2018

New Year's Eve and DUI Crashes

As WFTS Tampa Bay recently reported, New Year’s Eve is the most dangerous night on the road. And while Hillsborough County leads the state of Florida in DUI arrests, Pinellas County already experienced a fatal DUI crash the week before New Year’s, when R.L. Fournier of Seminole was hit by a drunk driver in a pickup truck at the intersection of Starkey and Magnolia. To prevent any other incidents ...

5 Most Common Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident

A car accident can be an extremely traumatic experience. The initial shock and overwhelming nature of the scene can make it hard to think clearly and take the necessary steps to file an accident claim or take care of injuries. There are many mistakes that people often make which can have a negative impact on their ability to recover financial compensation to pay for medical bills, property damage, ...

Staying Safe on Halloween: Safety Tips on the Road

Halloween is just around the corner, but it’s never too early to start thinking about safety. For drivers and pedestrians alike, this evening should be safe and fun—so it’s important to keep these tips in mind while on the road. Here are some ways that you can enjoy a safer Halloween, whether you’re walking with trick-or-treaters, or driving to a party. Slow Down, Especially After Dark The ...

Drive Smart: How to Avoid Truck Accidents

Every day, thousands of semi-trucks share the road with passenger vehicles. These commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and take much more distance to safely stop compared to the average 4,000-pound car. Because of the sheer size and weight of semi-trucks, it’s important for other drivers to be well aware of the dangers of sharing the road with big-rigs and other large trucks. Here are ...