Utility terrain vehicles (UTVs), also known as side-by-sides are gaining popularity across Florida roads. A proposed Florida UTV law aims to expand where these vehicles can be driven, raising concerns about road safety. Understanding UTV laws, their risks, and the proposed changes is crucial for both riders and the other motorists sharing the road with…
Last month, a Lake Worth parking lot accident sent a woman and child to the hospital. According to a news report, an SUV driver did not stop for the pedestrians as he turned. The SUV struck, and then ran over both victims, resulting in serious injuries. This unfortunate incident highlights the hidden dangers present in…
Florida drivers encounter aggressive driving so frequently that it is hardly newsworthy. A recent incident in West Palm Beach took an even more dangerous turn, as an elderly driver was arrested after threatening another driver with a gun. CBS12 reported after narrowly avoiding a collision due to an illegal lane change, the victim rolled down…
Florida consistently ranks among the worst states for car accidents. The new year seems poised to continue that trend. In the first 9 days of 2025, Florida experienced 4,317 car accidents, resulting in 17 fatalities and 2,784 injuries, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles’ Crash Dashboard. With the high rates…
The crash involving a Brightline train and a Delray Beach firetruck has been the talk of South Florida since the late December 2024 accident. As the investigation continues, the driving history of the firetruck’s driver has come into question. According to reports, after failing to complete driving school for a June 2023 accident, the court…
Headlines in South Florida are abuzz as yet another Brightline crash occurred in the final days of 2024. As with most accidents involving the Brightline train, initial reports claim the driver was trying to cross the tracks after the crossing gates lowered. In this incident, the driver was operating a Delray Beach Fire Rescue ladder…
The holiday season is a busy time on Florida’s roads, with more cars, distractions, and unfortunately, reckless driving. A recent hit-and-run accident in Boynton Beach highlights just how reckless drivers can be. According to a Palm Beach Post report, a man lost his life while pushing a wheelchair across the street early one Saturday morning,…
Busy holiday schedules add excitement to the air. They also bring increased risks on the road. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of accidents in Florida. Holiday preparations, and the chaos they bring, amplify the danger on the road. Activities like checking your phone, reviewing shopping lists, or just managing holiday stress are…
Along with cooler weather, the holiday season in South Florida brings an influx of visitors participating in festivities around the region. This translates into congested roads packed with tourists and snowbirds, as well as locals. Many of these visitors are new the area. These unfamiliar drivers navigating crowded streets can create unsafe situations. Adopting a…
The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently released its annual report ranking states with the most dog bites involving postal carriers. Once again, dog bites in Florida have placed the state in the top ten. In 2023, there were over 5,800 incidents of dogs attacking mail carriers across the country. Florida, with 193 reported dog…
