As a pedestrian, you are at a major disadvantage when crossing streets, intersections and standing on corners. You are not always visible to drivers; especially for large truck and bus drivers and you don’t stand a chance if a vehicle hits you. Pedestrians need to be careful of all vehicles and never take chances when…
Insurance Institute’s for Highway Safety Crash Test While many factors contribute to serious crashes, the vehicle you are in can make a life or death difference. Select your vehicle to see how it does in the Insurance Institute’s for Highway Safety Crash Test by clicking on the following LINK: www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/safety-recalls/carcrashtest/crashtestvideo.htm?EXTKEY=SP72C00&CMP=KNC-CROYPICARS&HBX_OU=51&HBX_PK=pi Florida Injury Attorney G. Alan…
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) finds that in-vehicle monitoring devices help reduce risky teen driving. The devices record the times when teens drive to fast, brake too sharply, and don’t buckle up. The monitors made beeping sounds when teens drove too fast, braked too sharply or neglected to buckle up. At the same…
More than 1,000 children 12 and younger in passenger vehicles die in crashes every year, and more than 100,000 are injured. Parents can reduce the risk to their kids by properly securing them in the back seat of their vehicle. The videos below are designed to help parents choose the right type of restraint for…
In a recent article published by BAYNEWS-9, from May 18 to May 31, the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office will join with law enforcement officers nationwide to take part in the annual Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization. “The goal of the Click It or Ticket mobilization is not to write more tickets, but…
Law enforcement agencies throughout Florida have stepped up their enforcement of seatbelt violations under the Click It or Ticket campaign. The increased enforcement effort started Monday and runs through May 31. Under Florida law, it is illegal for anyone: To operate a motor vehicle unless restrained by a safety belt To operate a motor vehicle…
As the school year draws to a close, summertime marks a time when students have more free time, some of which may be unsupervised and include access to an ATV. REMEMBER – ATV’s are NOT TOYS! There are almost 25 million Americans operating ATVs in the United States. It is important that students and parents…
As Part Of National Safe Kids Week, U.S. Coast Guard Reminds Parents To Make Their Kids Wear Life Jackets WASHINGTON – The U. S. Coast Guard reminds parents that their children should always wear a life jacket while boating. “National SAFE KIDS Week is a perfect time to remember the importance of life jackets,” said…
Nation’s Top Vehicle Safety Official Urges 15-Passenger Van Users to Drive with Caution this SummerNew research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has found June through August to be the deadliest time of year for 15-passenger van occupants, due to rollover crashes. Statistics show that 31 percent of fatal rollovers involving 15-passenger vans…
According to The American Red Cross of Central Florida: Many bicycle injuries can be prevented by wearing a helmet. Always wear a correctly-fitting helmet when riding. Even children using tricycles or bikes with training wheels should wear helmets. Adults should also wear helmets at all times, including when riding with children. The Bicycle Helmet Safety…