With boating season just around the corner, many residents and tourists are looking forward to enjoying Florida’s gorgeous lakes and beaches. There is nothing better than hitting the water on a nice sunny day with family and friends. But you must always make safety the number one priority. A boating accident can turn a day out or a great vacation into a nightmare. Here are some accident statistics from the US Boating Safety Resource Center to keep in mind: The US Coast Guard responded to 4,730 accidents in 2009. 736 of these involved a fatalities and 3,358 caused injuries. Boat accidents caused $36 million in property damage in 2009. 75% of all the fatal accidents in 2009 involved a drowning victim. 84% of the victims were not wearing a life jacket. 70% of drowning victims were on boat 21 feet or less. Only 14% of fatal accidents occurred with a…
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US Boating Accident Statistics
February 3rd, 2012What You Need to Know About Commercial Truck Accidents
February 1st, 2012Truck accidents are responsible for thousands of deaths each year in the United States. The legal issues surrounding a truck accident differ from typical car accidents, so if you or a loved one are involved in one, you will want to consult an attorney who has experience. If you are not at fault in the accident, you may be entitled to compensation from the driver, trucking company or another third party. For example, the truck manufacturer, a company that performed maintenance on the truck, the county government responsible for road maintenance, etc. The preservation of evidence from the scene of the accident can be crucial to your case. Your best bet is to contact an attorney as soon as possible to assist you in the investigation. If your injuries permit after the accident, try to take photos. Do not speak to investigators or the truck driver until you speak with…
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How to Minimize Your Risk of a Car Accident
January 30th, 2012Often times a car accident is unavoidable, at least for one of the motorists involved. Even if you obey all traffic laws and drive defensively, you cannot account for the actions of other motorists. However, there are precautions you can take to reduce your risk of being involved in a car accident. Keep the following in mind the next time you get behind the wheel: Limit distractions. Many accidents involve some sort of driver distractions, and the number continues to rise each year. Do not use your cell phone (even if it is hands-free), do not adjust your makeup, eat, mess with your GPS, etc. All of these distractions greatly increase your chance of being in a wreck. Do not speed. Drive at or under the speed limit. Limits are set on certain roads for a reason, and keeping within the speed limit keeps you and other motorists safe. Sometimes…
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