Drunk Driving Accidents
How to Avoid Them and What to Do If the Worst Happens A University of Florida agriculture student stopped at a red light was suddenly rear-ended. The other driver fled the scene. Shortly after, the driver was apprehended and found to be under the influence of alcohol. The UF student suffered two herniated discs. He […]
Back to School: Florida School Bus Laws and Pedestrian Safety Tips
Florida School Bus Laws, Pedestrian Safety, and Other Ways to Stay Safe This New School Year Accidental pedestrian injuries are the fifth leading cause of injury-related death in the United States for children ages 5 to 19. Teenagers are now at the greatest risk and have a death rate twice that of younger children, accounting […]
Fourth of July Firework Safety
The High Price of Amateur Firework Displays Staying Safe for the 4th of July: Firework Safety Summer brings to mind visions of barbecues, pool parties and fireworks. While those roadside firework stands may be tempting, your best bet is to drive on by without stopping to make a purchase. Combustible and explosive fireworks are actually […]
Uninsured Motorist Coverage – Why You Need It.
Choosing insurance coverage is probably one of the most undesirable tasks out there. Paying every month for the “just in case” isn’t where we really want to spend our money; and oftentimes we choose the least amount of coverage without understanding what it all means. Uninsured Motorist (UM) or Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage are two […]
Medical Malpractice: Anesthesia Care Team
The practice of anesthesiology has changed dramatically in the last several decades. The days of having a physician anesthesiologist present and managing care throughout the surgery are largely gone and replaced with an “Anesthesia Care Team” directed and supervised by the physician anesthesiologist. Knowing how and what to ask your anesthesia care team can help […]
