Tourists mean money for Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County and the Florida Panhandle. They can also mean problems on the roadways because they are unfamiliar with the area. Wrong turns, abrupt movements and speeding are common among out-of-state drivers. You want to...
Tractor trailers have become a standard sight on highways and roads around the country. The agricultural industry is big in Florida, and it is an industry that depends on trucks to ship fresh produce and goods from farm to stores.The trucking industry is one of the...
In 2012, three people died in an auto accident in Florida that was caused by a man who was sent to jail for 22 years after he was convicted on charges of reckless driving and vehicular homicide. The families of those who lost their lives recently filed a wrongful...
Burn injury hazards exist in many workplaces in Florida, and the lack of adequate safety training puts many workers at risk. Thousands of injured workers file workers' compensation benefit claims every year, of which a significant percentage involve burns. Employers...
Motorcyclists will always be at a higher risk of suffering catastrophic injuries when they are involved in crashes with motor vehicles. While drivers in enclosed vehicles have the structure of the bodies, safety belts and airbags to protect them, bikers have only...
As the weather turns warmer, parents in Florida might plan visits to water parks. At the same time, water parks will be preparing facilities for the summer visitors who will soon turn up in their masses. Many visitors do not realize how dangerous wave pools,...
Anyone in Florida who is unable to work due to an anxiety disorder might be in need of financial assistance. If he or she is eligible, an application for Social Security Disability benefits might be the way to go. However, it could be challenging to prove that such a...
The application process for Social Security Disability benefits is not too complicated, but getting approval often proves to be difficult. Denials are quite common within this system. Many times, a rejection occurs not because you do not qualify, but because of an...
Florida is a beautiful place, and it is no wonder why countless tourists flock to the state every year to enjoy the fun and sun. There are risks that every visitor and resident alike should be aware of, though. Opportunities for injury exist everywhere, but there are...
Motorcyclists in Florida and elsewhere will always be vulnerable. The smaller size of a motorcycle and the fact that auto drivers often don't see bikers approach lead to many accidents in which motorcyclists lose their lives. A significant number of wrongful death...
