Posted: 02-28-2014
Couple on motorcycle killed in Florida semi-truck accident
With the nicer weather in Florida recently, some motorcycle enthusiasts took to the road to enjoy some time out in the open air. For many of them, those rides were probably uneventful. Sadly, for one couple, taking a ride with a group of bikers ended up being the last thing they would do. The accident […]
Posted: 02-21-2014
Spinal cord injury of Olympian skier being treated in Florida
Olympians are usually associated with great health, superior talent in their sport and an amazing physical ability. The performances the public sees at the Olympic Games don’t come without a lot of practice. For one Brazilian Olympian, a training accident led to a spinal cord injury. The freestyle skier was injured on Jan. 27, 2014 […]
Posted: 02-19-2014
Florida man gives up dream because of head injury
It is often said that one small choice can have lifelong consequences. In some cases, the small choice is something as simple as getting into a car that your friend is driving. For one Florida man who played football for the Naval Academy, that was the choice that is still affecting his life. The man […]
Posted: 02-16-2014
Semi truck accident claims the life of 6-year-old pedestrian
Thinking back to your childhood, you probably remember time spent riding your bike. You probably had a lot of fun and enjoyed being able to feel the breeze on your face. For one 6-year-old boy in Orlando, riding his bicycle to school ended up costing him his life. The accident occurred as the boy was […]
Posted: 02-14-2014
Athlete released from hospital 100 days after car accident
Many Florida readers have probably heard the story about the Bartram Trail’s athlete who suffered a traumatic brain injury in October while riding a vehicle driven by his friend. For those who haven’t heard the story, the two men were in a one-car accident. A preliminary report by the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office says […]
Posted: 02-07-2014
Award paves the way for brain injury research
When a person suffers from a brain injury, the full impact of the injury likely won’t be known for a while. An award from General Electric and the National Football League to Banyan Biomarkers Inc. and the University of Florida might pave the way for improved testing for brain injuries. The $300,000 award will be […]
Posted: 02-05-2014
Parking lot attack leads to death in Florida
Anytime you go to a local nightspot, you probably expect that there will be security in place to help keep everyone safe who wants to relax and have a good time. In most cases, security personnel are available to help deal with altercations and other issues. For one man, walking through a nightspot parking lot […]
Posted: 01-31-2014
Coughing fit leads to truck accident on Florida interstate
Experiencing the need to cough while you are driving might seem harmless enough, but that isn’t always so. There is a chance that while you are coughing you will lose control of your vehicle or that you won’t see an obstacle in your way. For one truck driver, a coughing fit led to a multi-vehicle […]
Posted: 01-29-2014
Florida Man Allegedly Causes Two Accidents While Driving Drunk
Drunk drivers can cause accidents that change the lives of other people. By making the decision to get behind the wheel of a car, these intoxicated drivers can cause accidents that could have been prevented. For one family, a Florida man’s decision to drive drunk ultimately cost them the life of a family member. The […]
Posted: 01-27-2014
Any type of spinal cord injury can have a drastic impact
Whether a spinal cord injury in Florida is complete or incomplete, it can have a huge impact on your life. A complete injury could mean that you cannot move your legs entirely, for example, while an incomplete injury means that you may retain some feeling and movement, but it may be restricted to a noticeable […]