Like most states, Florida does not require an ignition interlock for first time DUI offenders. However, a proposed federal law would require first time offenders to have the device installed. Florida’s Current Ignition Interlock Requirement People that are convicted of a DUI in Florida lose their license. When the offender is eligible to have their…
Semitrailers have a safety feature on the back known as underride guards. These guards are supposed to stop vehicles from riding underneath semis during a crash. If the guards prevent a car from riding underneath, the chances of survival are greatly increased. Unfortunately, research has shown that these guards are not sturdy enough to prevent…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that routine tire maintenance, replacing worn and old tires and buying the correct tires for your vehicle, can help prevent many crashes caused by tire failure. A story out of Polk County shows the importance of tire maintenance. Bay News 9 reports that one person was killed…
Although construction is a dangerous occupation, employers should strive to make the jobsite as safe as possible for their employees. Unfortunately, in the story below, one expert believes that workers’ were “playing with fire” that led to a recent crane accident. According to Engineering News-Record (ENR.com), investigators are looking into the cause of a collapsed…
It is frustrating to read stories about people who jeopardize the lives of others simply because they are too self-absorbed to care about the safety of others. According to The St.Petersburg Tribune, the Florida Highway Patrol cited a Tampa man for careless driving which resulted in a five-car crash on Interstate 275. The crash occurred…
According to USA Today, there were 1,199 general-aviation crashes in 2013. General-aviation refers to small privately owned airplanes and helicopters. Unfortunately, for the past 15 years, the general-aviation crash rate is 40 times higher than the commercial airline industry. Of the 1,199 general-aviation accidents: 347 people were killed 571 people were injured 121 aircraft were…
According to CBS Miami, “the family of a 7-year-old boy who was electrocuted in a swimming pool has filed a lawsuit against four companies.” The accident occurred on April 13 this year in a backyard pool owned by the boy’s family. The Sloan family alleges that the death of their son was caused by electrocution…
According to ABC News, General Motors (GM) has hired a top compensation expert, Kenneth Feinberg, to pay people harmed in crashes caused by faulty ignition switches. While GM claims that there are 54 crashes and 13 deaths linked to the defective switches, lawyers and lawmakers contend that there could be hundreds of claims. Here are…
WTSP 10 News reports that a Cadillac Fleetwood, with inoperable brakes, crashed into multiple vehicles on June 21 in Pinellas Park. A 30-year-old female was driving the Fleetwood westbound on Park Boulevard. As she approached the intersection at Belcher Road, she attempted to brake at the red light, but her brakes were not working. The…
Fourth of July weekend is almost here and many people will be spending their weekend celebrating the occasion with family and friends. The American Red Cross has included some safety tips that we can all use this holiday: The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public show put on by professionals. The…
According to WTSP 10 News, on June 22, a 54-year-old man from Wimauma, Florida died in an airplane crash at the Tampa Executive Airport. The 54-year-old man, Ki L. Martin, was piloting a small engine plane from the airport around 4:00 p.m. Preliminary reports say that Martin went airborne for a few seconds after taking…
Once again, General Motors (GM) announced another massive recall on June 13. According to Reuters, the recall affects 511,528 Chevrolet Camaros. This recall concerns a faulty ignition switch that is similar to the issues plaguing other models. The automotive company says it is aware of minor injuries occurring because of Camaros with this problem. However,…
