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Pedestrian Killed in Hollywood Hit-and-Run Accident on Christmas Eve

27. December 2011

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Christmas Eve is a night that’s special for billions of people around the world and for millions of people in South Florida.  It’s a time for people to get together with those they love and to relax and enjoy the season.  Unfortunately, it was also a night for some that turned into tragedy, as a [...]

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One Killed, One Seriously Injured in Mysterious Single-Vehicle Miami Car Accident

15. November 2011

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Generally, when Miami car accidents occur, the scene that’s created afterward lends itself to being able to piece together what occurred and what led to the collision.  However, that is not always the case, and unfortunately, what was clearly a violent single-vehicle Miami car accident that killed one person and seriously injured another is not [...]

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Two Teens Killed, One Seriously Injured in Single-Vehicle Miami Car Accident

14. November 2011

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When Miami car accidents occur and people are injured or even killed as a result, the emotional fallout that follows for those who were close to any victims is excruciating.  Such tragic situations also serve as a somber reminder that when driving a vehicle, a situation can turn from otherwise forgettable into a total disaster [...]

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State Probe on Florida Nursing Home Abuse Leads to 10 Shutdowns

31. October 2011

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In recent months, the state has come under some scrutiny for its perceived lack of enforcement on the nursing home and assisted living facility regulation.  Partially in response to the growing public outcry, the state launched an intensive sweep of investigations and reviews of assisted living centers around Florida, and the results were surprising for [...]

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Man Arrested After Fatal Hollywood Hit-and-Run Accident

27. October 2011

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When someone is involved in a Florida pedestrian accident and someone is injured or killed, that driver is required by law to remain on the scene of the crash.  If the driver flees, his or her legal problems only multiply if or when that person is apprehended.  Tragically, a woman was killed on Monday in [...]

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Teen Succumbs to Injuries Suffered in Pembroke Pines Pedestrian Accident

26. October 2011

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Anyone who drives near a school early in the morning or early in the afternoon needs to be aware of the possibility that there will be pedestrians in the area, even if intersections near the building do not have crosswalks and the speed limit is not what it would normally be in a school zone.  [...]

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Number of Fatalities Resuting from Florida DUI Accidents Rank State a Dubious Third in the United States

14. October 2011

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For many years, billions of dollars have been spend around the United States by government entities, private organizations and even concerned individuals in an attempt to curb the always dangerous practice of drinking and driving.  While these efforts have no doubt had a positive effect, the unfortunate reality is that this reckless behavior continues.  This [...]

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One Killed, Four Injured in St. Lucie County SUV Rollover Accident

26. September 2011

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SUV’s are vehicles that are marketed to the public as safe, durable and comfortable.  For many years, these models were the best selling vehicles in the United States for these reasons.  Unfortunately, there are problems that can arise when someone behind the wheel of an SUV makes a mistake.  Tragically, it appears that such a [...]

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At Least 8 Deaths and 55 Serious Illnesses Prompt Cantaloupe Recall

23. September 2011

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People are encouraged by friends, family members and their doctors to eat more produce because of the obvious health benefits that doing so provides to just about anyone.  However, there are situations that arise that can create a situation of extreme danger when someone eats fruits or vegetables, even though these scenarios are somewhat rare.  [...]

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Woman Killed in Naples Car Accident After Driver Runs Through Red Light

30. August 2011

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Intersections are driving environments that we encounter every day, and while most of us handle these situations without even giving them a second thought, the fact of the matter is that everything needs to go right at intersections in order for Florida car accidents to be avoided.  Tragically, that apparently did not happen on Sunday [...]

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