Cruise control has proven to be a very useful invention, but is the convenience worth the risk of a potential accident? Cruise control allows drivers to maintain a constant speed without using the gas pedal; however, certain studies have shown that this automatic feature can cause drivers to succumb to dangerous driving practices and can even cause car accidents. Cruise … [Read more...] about Cruise Control: Pure Convenience or Driving Hazard?
Hot Car Deaths: Accident or Homicide?
As the summer months arrive, the outside temperatures have taken a turn upwards, especially across the southern US. Every year at this time, we hear stories of children who die after being left in hot cars; last year alone there a reported 24 children were the victims of hot car deaths. These deaths were mainly caused by the carelessness of the children’s guardians, but how … [Read more...] about Hot Car Deaths: Accident or Homicide?
Surprising Statistics about Florida Car Accidents
Florida doesn’t have the greatest reputation for safe drivers. In 2015, more pedestrians died from accidents involving cars than any other year on record. However, there has been a nationwide decline in car accidents since 2006. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that “the Nation lost 32,675 people in crashes on roadways during 2014, down from … [Read more...] about Surprising Statistics about Florida Car Accidents
Drowsy Driving: How Tired Are You Really?
One of the hardest things for drivers is gauging how tired they really are. Often on our morning commutes or on long car trips we find ourselves yawning or nodding our heads. When this happens, we try to shake it off and keep going. While we may see it as a normal part of our driving experience, the problem with drowsy driving is that it greatly affects our response time and … [Read more...] about Drowsy Driving: How Tired Are You Really?
Drive Safe This Holiday Season
The holiday season is an especially sensitive time to be mindful of driving and traffic incidents and accidents. People are traveling with families and are more distracted than ever before. Know that you always have your attorney in Tampa with Lorenzo & Lorenzo at your side. When something happens, it is worth your time to contact Lorenzo immediately s that your rights … [Read more...] about Drive Safe This Holiday Season