Commercial truck accidents have become increasingly common in Florida and other U.S. states over the last few years. According to safety advocates, one of the possible causes of the problem could be sleep apnea.
New bill proposes AEB mandate for commercial trucks
Automatic emergency braking systems can save lives in Florida and across the U.S., especially if they are installed on commercial trucks. This is the belief of the Truck Safety Coalition and of the three congresspeople who introduced a bill, H.R. 3773, in the House of Representatives on July 16. This bill is called the Safe Roads Act of 2019 and would mandate AEB installation and use on all new commercial vehicles.
Car accident may lead to delayed pain: Fight back ASAP
As your car sits at a red light, your eyes shift to your rearview mirror. You see a car approaching you at a high speed, but you naturally expect the driver to come to a halt. Unfortunately, she does not. The next thing you know, her car has collided with your car.
Common reasons for car accidents in the United States
Some car accidents in Florida are nothing more than minor fender benders. Other times, however, crashes caused by human error result in serious injuries or fatalities. As for why such motor vehicle collisions occur, there are some common reasons and contributing factors.
DOT to relax truck driver daily time limits
Truck drivers in Florida and across the U.S. may soon be able to drive for more hours during workdays. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is reportedly set to loosen federal limitations on how long a driver may drive before stopping for a rest break. The move is a victory for the trucking industry, which has long advocated for the change.
Preparing to hit the road this summer? Here's what to do first
Summer is an exciting time of year, with many families gearing up to hit the road on an old-fashioned road trip. While Florida is a top tourist destination for many people, you and your loved ones may want to pack up and see more of the country. Before you load up the van and get going, there are a few things you can do to make sure you have the safest trip possible.
Fourth of July tops all holidays in terms of DUI-related deaths
Florida residents now have an even bigger reason to avoid long road trips during the Fourth of July weekend. It turns out that this holiday is the worst of all major holidays in the U.S. when it comes to DUI-related deaths. Fatalities totaled 1,192 between the years 2010 and 2017. Only Memorial Day came close with 1,105 deaths. The fatality rate for Independence Day was 42.4 per day, whereas Memorial Day's came to 39.5.
