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A Guide to Florida’s Motorcycle Laws

The Sunshine State gives motorcyclists plenty of wonderful scenery for riding, but there are specific laws any individual should be aware of if they want to operate these vehicles. We want to discuss laws related to motorcycle licensing, helmets, lane splitting, and rules for passengers because we believe all motorists should be informed about…

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10 Steps to take after being in a Car Accident in Florida

Despite your skill as a driver, or the precautions you take while behind the wheel, studies done by organizations such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have some sobering news for ALL drivers: the average driver will be involved in a car accident 3-4…

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10 Most Common Causes of Car Accidents in Florida

Florida is known for its great weather and beautiful beaches. However, it also has one of the highest rates of car accidents in the United States. These accidents result from various causes, ranging from human error to environmental factors. Here’s a look at the ten most common causes of car accidents in the Sunshine…

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Most Common Car Crash Injuries

Each year, approximately two million Americans suffer car crash injuries across the country, according to the Insurance Information Institute (III).  Additionally, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reports that there were 381,156 total car crashes across the state in 2022, resulting in 242,622 injuries and 3,292 fatalities. Most Common Injuries from…

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10 things to do after a Car Crash

Being involved in a car crash is a traumatizing experience. Immediately, you may be overwhelmed by adrenaline, confusion, fear, anxiety, and pain. After a crash it’s not always easy to make rational decisions. The most important thing you can do is to maintain your composure and keep calm. According to the expert car crash…

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Military Trail: Home to 9 of the Most Dangerous Intersections in Palm Beach County

Drivers, beware the trail. Military Trail, that is! In 2022, there were almost 25,000 car crashes in Palm Beach County, per the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Palm Beach County ranked 5th in the state in the number of crashes, behind only Miami-Dade, Broward, Hillsborough and Orange. The roadway you…

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Car Crashes in Palm Beach County: Military Trail leads the way

Anyone who lives in Florida knows it always ranks highly as one of the “sunniest” states in the U.S. Something residents of the “Sunshine State” may not know? Their home is also among the national leaders in car crashes. In 2022, Florida ranked #3, behind only Texas and California, according to the National Highway…

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Wellington Resident Tavian O’Brien Dies After Porsche Turns In Front of Motorcycle

A Wellington resident died on Tuesday, January 4, after his motorcycle collided with a left-turning Porsche outside the Walmart Supercenter in Royal Palm Beach, according to a recent article by the Palm Beach Post. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) told the Post that the crash happened on Tuesday morning around 8 AM….

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Cocoa Motorcyclist Joshua Carver Killed After SUV Cuts In Front of Motorcycle

On Friday, March 6, Joshua Carver, 20, died in a motorcycle accident after an SUV cut in front of his bike. Officials say the accident happened at Cox Road and Fisherman’s Place in Cocoa. Carver was riding northbound on Cox Rd. when a southbound Chevrolet SUV driven by 74-year-old Robert Jones tried to make…

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Thomas Eades of Tequestra Killed After Car Rear Ends Motorcycle on the Turnpike

Thomas Eades, 63, of Tequestra died on Wednesday, February 19, when his motorcycle was rear-ended on the Turnpike in Palm Beach County. Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) officials say the three-vehicle wreck happened around 6:40 PM, near mile marker 81 and the Atlantic Avenue exit. Eades was riding a 2019 Harley-Davidson Road Glide behind a…

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