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Despite its growing prevalence and the number of programs to help raise awareness, distracted driving can be difficult to understand. These FAQs can help you realize just how immense the potential is for disaster when you’re distracted behind the wheel.

Distracted driving has become a more serious epidemic than drunk driving. More people are killed in accidents involving distracted drivers every year than DUI, and this rate is only increasing. While a number of authorities have launched awareness programs concerning distracted driving, including the federal government, many people still do not realize just what constitutes distraction behind the wheel or the consequences of those actions. These FAQs can help you understand the situation and what you should and should not do.

BUI, or boating  under the influence, is responsible for a staggering number of arrests, accidents and deaths in Florida every year. It’s a significant crime and you should avoid it.

Hitting the water in your boat with a supply of your preferred beverage for an afternoon of fishing, skiing or swimming is a very popular thing in Florida. And because the state doesn’t outlaw drinking while boating, it’s become very common, as well. However, like driving a car, there are consequences to operating a boat under the influence. What should you know about these consequences?

Cheerleading doesn’t seem like an activity that would lead to a high number of injuries, but that’s actually untrue. A significant number of cheerleaders are injured every year. These injuries can be prevented by following new guidelines set out by the AAP.

Cheerleaders are expected fixtures at football games, basketball games, pep rallies and more. However, this once rather innocent activity has been transformed in recent years. It’s no longer just the process of leading spectators to cheer for the home team. Cheerleaders today are competitive athletes. As such, they can be the victim of injuries just like any other athlete. However, thanks to new AAP guidelines, many of these injuries can be prevented.

Teens and younger drivers have always been considered higher risks than older, more experienced drivers. However, a new study proves that young drivers are more likely to be involved in an auto accident because of cell phone use.

Distracted driving isn’t limited to just America’s youth, but a new study proves that younger drivers are much more likely to be involved in auto accidents because of their cell phones. For parents, this should be a wakeup call. For young drivers, this study should be the final incentive needed to convince them to put the phones down and ignore them when behind the wheel. What should you know about the study?

Most hotels do not have any type of carbon monoxide detectors. This has led directly to serious injuries and deaths across the country due to this invisible, odorless gas.

Staying in a hotel should be a relaxing experience. Most hotels worth your time go to considerable lengths to offer comfortable beds, cable TV programming and even complimentary meals at times. However, behind this congenial façade, there can be a serious threat lurking. Carbon monoxide is a very dangerous substance and it has already killed people in hotels across the country.

Many people forget that what is put out on social media sites is public. These posts can be used in any type of court case, so being aware of what you put out there is vital.

Social media has transformed the world. Facebook, Twitter, G+, YouTube and many other sites make it simple and easy for us to communicate with family and friends, and to form new connections with other people as well. However, it can be easy to forget that once something is posted on these sites, it’s out there forever. There’s no real way to take it back. What’s more, they can also be used against you in a court of law, in your personal injury case.

Renting jet skis is a great way to ensure you have an afternoon of fun on the water. However, there are some potential problems here that can have a dramatic effect on you.

Spending a day on the beach and enjoying Florida’s beautiful waters is always an enjoyable experience. Renting Jet Skis has become a popular pastime on the state’s beaches, as well. They’re fast, compact, require no license to operate and are widely available throughout the state. However, before you decide to rent from any company, there are some things that you’ll need to know.

1. Always research a company’s reputation first. This can be difficult to do, particularly if you’re visiting the state. However, you can inquire with the hotel or resort staff about any company in the area and find out if they’re recommended or not.

Having the right auto insurance coverage is essential. Uninsured motorist coverage is vital to ensuring that you are protected in a collision with an uninsured or underinsured driver.

Auto insurance is mandatory in Florida (as in most of the US). However, the state only requires a minimum amount of coverage. The state does not mandate that you carry uninsured motorist coverage. However, it’s very important that you have this type of protection included on your insurance policy. Why is this? What is this type of protection?

What Happens If You’re Injured?

Every day, thousands of people in Florida are injured in automobile accidents. In most cases, the insurance companies pick up the tab here. However, what happens if you’re injured in an auto accident and the person who hit you doesn’t have insurance? What happens if their insurance coverage is not sufficient? In most instances, you’re on the hook for your medical bills, and you won’t see anything for pain and suffering through a personal injury case, regardless of how skilled your lawyer might be.

Distracted driving is a very serious problem in today’s world, both for area residents and commercial drivers. The increasing incidence of accidents and fatalities related to distracted driving should be enough to frighten anyone.

Distracted driving is often thought of as something that only young drivers are prone to, but that’s incorrect. While teens are more likely to be distracted while behind the wheel, a significant number of adults are also guilty of this. Even commercial drivers can be distracted behind the wheel. What should you know about this frightening trend?

Distracted driving is essentially anything that causes you to turn your eyes and attention away from the road. Any number of things can be the culprit here, and it’s vital that you know what they are so you can avoid them.

A lot has been made of the increasing incidence of distracted driving on America’s roads. However, despite a significant number of awareness programs designed to highlight just how dangerous these actions are, the number of distracted driving related accidents across the country (and in Florida) continues to rise. What is distracted driving and how do you avoid it?