Monthly Archives: March 2011

Florida man gets 20 years for fatal motor vehicle accident

Losing a family member or loved one at any time can be very difficult. If your family member was killed in a fatal car accident, the sudden and unexpected loss can be devastating. Unfortunately, some drivers do not take safety … Continue reading

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Florida lawmakers propose bill to protect youth from head injury

A new bill has been introduced by some Florida lawmakers that could create standardized practices for head injuries in high school and youth league athletics. The bill has passed through subcommittees in both the House and Senate. If passed, the … Continue reading

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Florida pedestrian killed while crossing road

In the same way that motorists expect pedestrians and bicyclists to follow traffic rules, pedestrians also expect drivers to follow the rules. However, even when pedestrians carefully obey traffic laws, they can still be hit by drivers who aren’t paying … Continue reading

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Orlando officer cut from patrol car after truck accident

An accident involving an 18 wheeler can have devastating consequences. The 80-foot-long, 80,000-pound vehicles can do serious damage to a smaller car. If truck drivers aren’t paying attention, an accident could result in serious injuries or even death. In a … Continue reading

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Florida child killed hit and killed while crossing the street

When a person dies, it is a serious tragedy that leaves many people to cope with their grief. When that person dies suddenly and unexpectedly, coping may be even more difficult. Coming to terms with the wrongful death of a … Continue reading

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Palm Beach deputy injured in car accident

Millions of people are injured in motor vehicle accidents every year, and thousands of others are killed annually. One of the most common causes of car accidents is distracted driving. Talking on cell phones, texting and operating other mobile devices … Continue reading

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Sebring boy injured after being run over by car

Both pedestrians and drivers are expected to follow certain rules of the road. However, in the event of an accident with a pedestrian – no matter what the cause – drivers are well-protected by their vehicles while pedestrians have little … Continue reading

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Florida hospitals work to prevent brain injuries in infants

Brain injuries can affect a person for the rest of his or her life. Because of the unpredictable nature of brain injuries, they could end up affecting the entire family of the injured person as well. Infants are at a … Continue reading

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Man killed in Florida truck accident

Semi trucks and other large vehicles on the road can be very dangerous if involved in an accident. While all motor vehicle accidents can lead to serious injury or death, truck accidents can be particularly threatening. The trucking industry is … Continue reading

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Pedestrian killed in Florida crash

When walking or standing near a road, pedestrians are left very vulnerable. Cars are powerful machines that can pose serious threats to an unprotected person on the street. Even if pedestrians carefully follow all the rules of the road, they … Continue reading

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