In a previous post we wrote about a massive car accident in the Florida city of Gainesville in late January that left 11 people dead. This post provides more information on what caused it to occur. According to the story, a brush fire started in the afternoon hours alongside Interstate-75 in Alachua County, Florida. The fire sent smoke into the air that greatly reduced visibility on the interstate. Eventually, a thick fog settled over the
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Florida lawmakers seek to pass anti-texting law
By now, virtually everyone is aware of the dangers associated with distracted driving. The act of driving while distracted often results in car accidents, some of which resulting fatalities. Despite this, many drivers still partake in one of the biggest examples of this–texting while driving. After previous unsuccessful attempts, the Florida legislature is again trying to pass a law on the matter. Thus far, 35 states have done so, in addition to the District of
Continue readingEffect of anesthesia on children could increase risk of ADHD
The administration of anesthesia for surgery has to be handled with care. There are many risks involved, especially the potential that the patient will become hypoxic. When not enough blood gets to the brain, the result can be a serious brain injury. This risk can be particularly acute for the very youngest patients in Florida and throughout the nation. All aspects of the underlying science not yet fully understood. But a recent research study called
Continue readingBrain injuries remain threat for football players
Football players and coaches in Florida and across the country should take a close look at a recent CNN story on brain injuries. It could inspire coaches and players of all ages to take extra precautions to lessen the biggest of hits on the football field. Football fans love the biggest collisions. Just listen to the cheers in a stadium when a safety levels a wide receiver or a linebacker pummels a running back. The
Continue readingYou are not immune to personal injury even when not in your car
You have probably read too many horror stories of victims of serious car accidents being ejected from vehicles during severe accidents. Do you realize that you need not be in your auto to suffer serious injury? Even a minor fender-bender can become deadly if you are a good Samaritan stopping to help or simply leave your vehicle to be “safer.” A recent car accident in Florida emphasizes this point. Two young women had a single-car
Continue readingFatal chain reaction crash on I-75 under investigation
This past weekend a devastating series of motor vehicle accidents on a road in Florida resulted in the death of at least 10 people. The crashes occurred outside of Gainesville, on Interstate 75, early Sunday morning while it was still dark. Apparently the chain reaction crashes were due to the fact that drivers were unable to see the vehicles around them. Prior to the incident, the interstate had been shut down due to poor visibility.
Continue readingFedEx truck runs light and hits bus in Miami
Earlier this week an accident involving a FedEx truck and a Miami-Dade Metrobus occurred. The incident unfolded at the intersection of 17th Street and NW 7th Avenue in central Miami. Reportedly, the FedEx truck ran a red light and hit the bus. At the time, the bus was transporting passengers along Route M. Though only two vehicles were involved in the collision, because one of them was a bus, a large number of people were
Continue readingCar involved in accident hits house in Miami Beach
Most car accidents people hear about in the news involve one vehicle hitting another vehicle on a road. While few involve inanimate objects such as houses, they do occasionally happen. The residents of one home in South Florida are all too aware of this. Earlier this week a car hit the Miami Beach house after first being involved in a collision with another car. The car accident occurred as the vehicles drove on Normandy Drive.
Continue readingOscar winner Gene Hackman hit by pickup in Florida Keys
When most think about spending time in the Florida Keys, relaxing thoughts come to mind. Known as a bike friendly area, few likely consider the odds of being hit by a car while bicycling. Veteran actor Gene Hackman was injured earlier this month when he was vacationing in the Florida Keys. The two-time Oscar winner was involved in an accident one afternoon when he was struck by a pickup while riding a bike.
Continue readingSettlement of $10.75 million in car accident with Broward deputy
The family of a Florida man who sustained brain damage in a 1998 accident may recover the compensation it sought in a personal injury lawsuit against Broward Sheriff’s Office as well as the sheriff’s former insurer. A settlement of $10.75 million was recently reached. The family will not receive the money however, until the settlement is approved by the Florida Legislature.
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