Long hours on the road make truck drivers drowsier behind the wheel than other drivers. The U.S. Department of Transportation says that driver fatigue is a leading cause behind the nearly 4,000 large-truck crash deaths that arise each year, so truckers in Florida...
Bicyclists and pedestrians face serious risks on city roads
The Sunshine State remains a place where people live healthy lifestyles. Bicycling and jogging remain two ways people in Florida stay fit and active. When engaging in these hobbies, it also pays to stay aware. Unfortunately, accidents happen, and both bicyclists and...
Le Parc at Brickell condo association sues developers for defects
Residents of Florida will want to know about this recent article that highlights the suit being brought against Alta Developers and partners for construction deficiencies. The plaintiff is the condo association of Miami's Le Parc at Brickell. After many complaints,...
How to prepare teen drivers for 100 deadliest days
Florida parents with a teen who has just obtained a driver's license may be rightly concerned over their teen's safety on the road. After all, teens can become negligent or reckless in so many ways and wind up causing a crash, perhaps a fatal one. For every mile...
Understanding the various construction defects
A construction defect can be declared when a home or building in Florida is either not constructed in a reasonable fashion or fails to function as intended. The deficiency responsible for the defect can possibly be found in the design, planning, construction, or...
Seven common types of pedestrian accidents
With pedestrian deaths steadily climbing since 2009, safety should become a priority for pedestrians in Florida. In fact, everyone is a pedestrian at some time or another, so this winds up concerning everyone. Below are seven types of pedestrian accidents that deserve...
Construction defects can affect a new home or building
Homeowners and property owners in Florida might want to know more about what consists of a construction defect. A construction deficiency happens when there is a failure to construct the building in a reasonably workmanlike manner, or the structure fails in the...
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