Hit and Run Incidents in Florida: Legislation Proposes Mandatory Accident Reports
202310.17
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Hit and Run Incidents in Florida: Legislation Proposes Mandatory Accident Reports

In a surprising response to hit and run incidents in Florida, legislators have introduced a proposal for the upcoming legislative session. Introduced by State Senator Jon Gruters of Sarasota, the proposed law would make it mandatory for auto repair shops to either request or complete crash reports before repairing vehicles damaged in accidents. According to…

Florida Train Accident: Tragedy in Plant City
202309.27
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Florida Train Accident: Tragedy in Plant City

A deadly train accident occurred in Plant City in central Florida near Tampa late last week, claiming six lives, including children, and leaving one other victim in critical condition.  An SUV, approaching an intersection equipped with both a stop sign and a railroad crossing sign, ventured onto the tracks, colliding with an oncoming freight train….

Electric Scooter Safety in Florida: What You Need to Know
202309.11
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Electric Scooter Safety in Florida: What You Need to Know

According to an article from the New York Times, Paris recently became the first major city in the world to completely ban rented electric scooters from its streets after a referendum in which Parisians voted overwhelmingly to approve such a ban. 89 percent of those who voted were in favor of the ban, but many…

Tractor-Trailer Incident in Ocala: Rock-Form Sulfur Spill and the Dangers of Negligence
202309.06
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Tractor-Trailer Incident in Ocala: Rock-Form Sulfur Spill and the Dangers of Negligence

A recent incident in central Florida’s Ocala area involved a tractor-trailer transporting rock-form sulfur, a common ingredient in agricultural chemicals and fertilizers. This event unfolded with the tractor-trailer merging into a passenger vehicle, causing damage to an I-75 ramp, and eventually spilling its entire load onto the roadway. According to a local media report on…

Motorcycle Accident in South Florida Tragically Claims Former NFL Player Alex Collins
202308.23
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Motorcycle Accident in South Florida Tragically Claims Former NFL Player Alex Collins

Alex Collins, a former NFL player, tragically lost his life in a recent motorcycle accident in South Florida, in Lauderdale Lakes, located in Broward County. According to police investigators, the incident occurred late on a Sunday night when Collins’ motorcycle collided with the rear passenger side of an SUV. The SUV was making a left…

Robo-Taxis in San Francisco: A Milestone for Autonomous Vehicles
202308.15
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Robo-Taxis in San Francisco: A Milestone for Autonomous Vehicles

Robo-Taxis: A Game-Changer for San Francisco In early August, San Francisco achieved a significant milestone, marking a notable victory for the autonomous vehicle industry. Following a decision by California regulators, it became the first city in the US to grant permission for fully autonomous vehicles to operate as taxis, commonly referred to as robo-taxis. This…