Do you need uninsured motorist coverage? Someone is injured in an auto accident every minute of the day, and it's not always their fault. There are car accidents caused by other parties every day, and the scary part is that many of these drivers could be driving uninsured. For collisions in the United States, roughly one in seven drivers will not have insurance. This is according to the Insurance Research Council, which documented that the number of uninsured motorists driving in the United States increased by nearly two percent in a five year period. The amount of drivers that are on the road uninsured varies from state to state. In the Sunshine State, the odds are nearly one in five that the driver that caused the accident will not have insurance. They may [...]

When it comes to driving and car accidents, you may be surprised to find out that many car accidents involve cyclists and pedestrians. It's important to remember as a driver, a cyclist, or a pedestrian, that people crossing are everywhere and it's important for both parties to keep an eye out. Cyclists and pedestrians should not assume that cars will see them and stop; drivers should not assume that pedestrians and cyclists will always be safe from harm. Keep in mind that as a pedestrian, you have to keep an eye out for bikes, motorcycles, and other motor vehicles as you cross the road-- even if you're in a cross walk. A pedestrian is killed about every two hours as a result of being hit by traffic. Use crosswalks when you can and [...]