The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety recently issued a report on red light running and its impact on car accidents, and the findings may come as a shock to some. More than 14 people are killed every week on U.S. roadways by motorists who drive through red lights. Data collected…
Anyone who rides a bike around the streets and designated bicycle lanes of Miami knows that it can be a truly harrowing experience. You are sharing the road with sizable vehicles rushing through heavy traffic, and your feeling of vulnerability is amplified by the fact that you are not protected…
There are more than 31,000 people hurt in Miami-Dade County car accidents every year, according to the Crash Dashboard website maintained by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Though their injuries may range from mild to life-threatening, that means tens of thousands of victims are left confused,…
Indoor trampoline parks seem like an ideal way to spend an afternoon with the family, but there are serious risks amidst all that fun. According to SafeBee, an initiative from United Laboratories (UL) dedicated to making neighborhoods and communities safe, the experience for many participants is cut short by a…
Innovation and advancements in technology have made vehicles safer than ever, but a recent report published by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) raises concerns about back-seat passengers in car accidents. The focal point: Seatbelt use. The data indicate that 803 unrestrained individuals died in auto crashes in the US…
If you have ever been on a cruise or are currently planning one, you probably know that there is a wide array of shore excursions available at ports of call. From shopping and dining experiences to outdoor activities and extreme sports, there is generally an adventure that appeals to everyone.…
Rear end car accidents are among the most common types of collisions in Florida and throughout the U.S. According to data compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, these types of incidents account for 29% of all crashes. As you might expect, the majority – 88% – of these…
Gambling is big business across the US, but it has exploded in popularity in Florida in recent years. According to the American Gaming Association, the Sunshine State brought in record gaming revenue that averaged $557.8 million from 2017-2018 – the ninth consecutive year of growth. If you are one of…
The general consensus is that teens are more likely to be involved in car accidents than adults, and the statistics support this theory. Data gathered by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals that vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for motorists from 16 to 19…
You might not be surprised to learn that heart disease and cancer are the top two leading causes of death in the US, but the third may come as a shock: According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, unintentional accidents claimed the lives of 169,936 people in…