Motorcyclist Killed in Accident with Car
Posted on Saturday, September 12th, 2009
A motorcycle rider recently lost his life after an accident involving his motorcycle and a car. The accident took place Sunday afternoon on a highway outside of Orlando. According to reports, the motorcycle rider was in the blind spot of the car, when the accident occurred. Witnesses claim that the car abruptly changed lanes, placing… read the full article.
Stolen Car Strikes House
Posted on Wednesday, August 26th, 2009
Recently, a 14 year-old boy stole an SUV and was being chased by police when he slammed the vehicle into a house. The young boy had stolen the vehicle and was being chased by authorities when the accident occurred. The boy crashed into the house of a 91 year-old man. The man was sleeping on… read the full article.
Motorcycle Officers Involved in Accident at Funeral Procession
Posted on Wednesday, August 5th, 2009
At least six motorcycle officers taking part in the funeral procession for Bruce Rossmeyer, a Harley-Davidson dealership owner who was recently killed in an accident, were involved in an accident. While riding with the funeral procession, the lead riding officer slowed down significantly. The riders behind the lead did not notice the slowdown until it… read the full article.
Orlando Pedestrian Hit by Bus
Posted on Monday, August 3rd, 2009
A pedestrian walking on the street in Orlando was recently struck by a bus. According to reports, the accident took place early Tuesday afternoon. Reports indicate that the pedestrian was attempting to cross the street in an area that was not designed for pedestrian crossing. The bus driver attempted to stop and brake the vehicle, … read the full article.
University of Florida Student Dies in Car Crash
Posted on Wednesday, February 18th, 2009
A 22-year-old University of Florida student died in a car crash on Monday. Shannon Kane perished in the eight-vehicle accident, which occurred on I-75 near Gainesville. The mother of another UF student also died in the crash. The accident occurred when a Ford truck hit a median around 5:40 a.m. The truck then caused the… read the full article.
State Legislator Seeks to Ban Texting While Driving
Posted on Monday, February 16th, 2009
It is common sense that activities like texting or talking on the phone can be dangerous while driving, but Florida State Sen. Carey Baker has proposed legislation seeking to make these activities a crime under state law. In fact, Baker has proposed two similar laws designed to make drivers focus on the road. One of… read the full article.
Judge Finds Mom Liable in Underage Drinking Case
Posted on Monday, February 16th, 2009
Parents of teenagers know that they are generally responsible for the actions of their children. However, parents are increasingly being held legally responsible for the activities of their children’s friends, particularly when it comes to underage drinking. In a case that further proves this point, a judge has found an Illinois mom liable for $2.5… read the full article.
Girl Awarded Over $12 Million After Accident
Posted on Monday, February 16th, 2009
A Cape Coral teenage girl was awarded $12.2 million dollars as a result of an accident that occurred in 2003. The accident resulted in the teenager to be paralyzed from the waist down. The accident occurred outside of Orlando in 2003. The girl was 15 years-old when a truck rear-ended the vehicle her grandfather was… read the full article.
Girl Sues Disney for Accident
Posted on Friday, February 13th, 2009
A young woman from Britain has sued Disney from the injuries she received while riding the Tower of Terror. The accident occurred after a ride in 2005. She had rode several times prior to the accident, and on the final ride she was severely injured. The young girl’s heart stopped and she suffered a stroke. … read the full article.