Could Tread Separating from a Tire Cause a Dump Truck Crash?
Tragically, a dump truck driver was killed in late October in a rollover accident that was caused by the tread separating from one of the vehicle’s tires. The incident took place near Pine Hills, Florida on a Wednesday morning along State Road 408, according to WFTV-TV. As the dump truck was traveling west on SR 408, […]
Could I Be Hit by a Car or Truck During a Parade?
Even when vehicles are traveling at relatively slow speeds, whether due to stop-and-go traffic, the confines of a parking lot or because of a parade, devastating accidents can happen. This was the case in mid-October when a Lauderhill woman was hit by a truck while participating in a parade in Miami. According to WFOR-TV, the parade was […]
How Long Is a Trucker Allowed to Drive Between Rest Periods?
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), several hours of service regulations have been put in place to help prevent truck drivers from falling asleep while driving, such as: Truckers have a daily driving limit of 11 hours. Truckers have a workweek limit of 70 hours. Truckers are required to take a 30-minute […]
Trucker Dies in Crash Attempting to Stop for Fire Truck
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), tractor-trailer trucks that are loaded down with cargo require 20 to 40 percent more room to stop than cars do. In St. Cloud, Florida recently, a trucker lost his life in an accident after he tried to stop for a fire truck, according to WKMG-TV. The news source […]
Could I Be Hurt Because of a Truck Driver’s Careless Driving?
Drivers should never be careless behind the wheel. Even one moment of carelessness on their part could lead to a serious injury or fatality befalling them, a passenger or a fellow motorist. Truck drivers should be especially vigilant about avoiding careless driving. Because of their size and power, large commercial trucks have the potential to […]
Six People Killed in Two Separate Crashes on I-95 in St. Johns and Flagler County
According to News4Jax.com, at least six people were killed in two separate accidents on Interstate 95 in St. Johns and Flagler County. Officials are still assessing damage to the highway from the second, fiery crash involving 11 vehicles that burned for hours. Troopers say a 38-year-old driver of a Chevrolet Silverado was traveling north on […]
Jacksonville Truck Loses Control After Wasp Flies Into Cab
Even the most safety-conscious drivers cannot anticipate every distraction they will face while behind the wheel. Unfortunately, just because a distraction was unexpected, does not mean that it was unavoidable, or that if it led to an accident, that the distracted driver is not at fault for the damage and injuries that the wreck caused. […]
How Safe Is It to Share the Road with Tractor Trailer Trucks?
In 2012, the occupants of other vehicles accounted for 73 percent of the fatalities in accidents involving large trucks, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Anytime a motor vehicle accident involves a large commercial truck, there is the potential for widespread destruction. For that reason, truck drivers, companies and manufacturers must be extremely […]
New Study Shows Orlando Is Most Dangerous City in the US for Pedestrians
According to ClickOrlando.com, a study conducted by the National Complete Streets Coalition found that pedestrians are not very safe in Florida: The four most dangerous cities for pedestrians are all located in the Sunshine State, with Orlando topping the list. According to the study, the four most dangerous cities in the US for pedestrians are: […]
