With stories about motor vehicle accidents constantly in the news, it might surprise you to learn that traffic collisions are not the top cause of injuries in the US. Falls are the number one reason individuals seek medical treatment, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Every year, almost…
Automakers add new bells and whistles with every new model release, but it is the safety features that you may not see that offer the biggest benefits to motorists. Technology and equipment continue to evolve, especially automated driving systems. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) predicts that these features will eventually…
Accidental injuries can cause serious harm to any part of the body, but there are significant concerns when a victim suffers a concussion, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or other types of catastrophic head injuries. Because time is of the essence, healthcare providers use a scoring method to assess the level…
American households buy countless consumer items every year, from clothing, furniture, and toys to electronics, vehicles, and appliances. Many of these products include warranties in their printed materials and specifications, which are essentially assurances about the item’s intended functions and how they work. Consumers take these promises seriously and consider…
It is not surprising to learn that Florida ranks high when it comes to the number of pedestrian accidents, as the state’s population makes it the third largest in the US. However, it is disturbing to realize the risk when you look at the rates of crashes involving people on foot. According…
Unless you work in the legal field, you may not be aware of a measure recently passed by the Florida legislature and signed into law by the governor. However, if you are the victim of any type of accident in the state, the new statute could have profound impacts on…
Whether you head out to your Miami neighborhood supermarket to grab a carton of milk or hit a big box store for a week’s worth of groceries, you never expect that your safety may be at risk. Unfortunately, negligent store owners who do not properly maintain the premises create a…
In a state that is almost completely surrounded by water and contains thousands of waterways within its borders, you can expect that boating is a popular activity in Florida. In fact, according to statistics from the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWCC), the state ranks #1 for registered vehicles. There are more…
It may not surprise you to learn that children under 14 years old comprise the highest rate of emergency room visits for traumatic brain injury (TBI), but you might be shocked to learn the health effects. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the implications for children are…
Bicycling enthusiasts rank Florida quite high for bike-friendliness, and weather, designated bike lanes, and access to lock stands are all factors that add to the appeal. Unfortunately, the risk of bicycle accidents is still quite high. So far, in 2023, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that…