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In 2018, there were approximately 4,985 deaths because of accidents involving motorcycles. In single-vehicle accidents (in which the motorcycle does not collide with another vehicle), two-thirds of accidents are caused by rider error. However, in multiple vehicle accidents, two-thirds of accidents are caused by the other vehicle failing to yield to a motorcyclist or otherwise […]

Pinellas County consistently ranks as one of the most dangerous counties in Florida for motorcycle riders. Pinellas Park is particularly dangerous as it contains numerous hazardous intersections along several major thoroughfares that slice through Pinellas Park. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration motorcycle fatalities occur overwhelmingly in urban areas along major thoroughfares. Per […]

There is a lot of misinformation regarding Florida’s insurance requirements for motorcycles. Is it required? Do you get PIP benefits? How much should insurance should you carry? Are the aftermarket modifications to your motorcycle covered? Should I get uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage? I will address each of these issues in this article. Do You Need Insurance […]

If you were involved in and slip and fall accidents on someone else’s property, you may be entitled to compensation. Property owners, such as business owners, owe a duty of care to anyone who steps foot on their property. According to their duty of care, they must keep all visitors reasonably safe. Business owners are […]

There are many benefits to riding a motorcycle. Besides being more fuel efficient and more environmentally friendly than cars, they are arguably more fun to drive. However, because they are so exposed to the outside world, riders must remain cautious and prepared for anything to happen on the road. Motorcyclists are 27 times more likely […]

Truck drivers, their employers, and other members of the industry have strict rules and regulations to follow in order to keep the roads safe. When they’re negligent, their violations lead to avoidable catastrophic injuries and deaths.  In fact, Florida is among the top 10 states with the most fatal truck accidents. Since several parties are […]

It is no secret that motorcycles aren’t as protective as the average car. In the event of an accident, there are no doors, airbags, or roofs to shield riders. Fatality rates for motorcycle accidents are 28 times higher than the death rates of other accidents. The stakes are also higher for motorcycle accident survivors when […]

These are the bike safety rules all Florida drivers should know about. Over the last year, cycling has become so popular that retailers are having trouble keeping bicycles in stock. That means there are plenty of novice riders hitting the road, and they’re not all aware of the Florida bicycle laws that will help to […]

After a car accident, injuries may not fully present themselves. Sometimes there’s a delay following an accident and symptoms of an injury. There are injuries like burns and lacerations that signal something’s wrong right away. But not all injuries are apparent at the scene of a car accident. There is only so much the naked […]

If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, you may be eligible for compensation for damages you incurred. Motorcycle accidents can cause severe injuries such as traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and road rash. Motorcyclists don’t have as much protection as motor vehicle drivers do, so some types of injuries can be much more […]

The average Floridian spends over $1,900 per year for auto insurance, including no-fault coverage. Like many drivers, you probably took a close look at what you were paying for when you first signed up for insurance. However, you may not have given it much thought afterward. It doesn’t hurt to refresh your knowledge about the […]

An estimated 1.5 million Americans develop a traumatic brain injury every year. These injuries happen when the brain’s normal functions are disrupted. A disruption like this can occur when a person’s head is impacted in some way. That can happen when the head forcefully meets a surface or sustains a blow. If someone’s head is […]