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Safety Tips for Sharing the Road With Motorcyclists

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Motorcycles share only a small slice of overall miles driven, but they account for a large share of traffic deaths. In 2021, over 6,200 motorcyclists lost their lives — about 15 percent of all traffic fatalities. Since...more

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Florida’s Most Dangerous Intersections: A Guide to High-Risk Areas and How to Stay Safe

Florida has several extremely dangerous intersections. While intersections are among the most dangerous areas for drivers in general, certain intersections are known to be much more dangerous than others. Learn more from the...more

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Spring Driving Safety Tips: Stay Safe on the Road as Temperatures Rise

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With the arrival of spring, warmer temperatures and longer days bring new challenges to the road. As we enjoy the season, it's essential to stay alert to potential hazards. Whether you're behind the wheel, using a rideshare,...more

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The Role of Cruise Ship Traffic in Florida Car Accidents: How Port Areas Create Unique Risks

Florida is home to some of the busiest cruise ship ports in the world. Not only do U.S. residents flock to the state’s cruise ports to set sail for the Caribbean, but visitors from around the world buy cruises specifically to...more

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Who is Liable for Accidents in Blocked Bike Lanes in California?

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Bike lanes are meant to be a safe way for cyclists to share the road, but unfortunately, they can lead to quite a few accidents. It's fairly common for other vehicles to pull over into a bike lane and end up causing a wreck....more

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The Deadliest Highway Stretches in California

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California is a large state with thousands of miles of roads, highways, and interstates within its borders. The state also has one of the nation’s highest numbers of traffic fatalities. From Sacramento to Encino, CA,...more

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What To Do if You Witness a Car Accident

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The first action you should take after witnessing a crash is to call 911. Alerting emergency services is essential for getting help to the scene quickly. When you call, provide clear and precise information to the operator....more

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California's Daylighting Law: Keeping Vulnerable Road Users Safe

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As with many states throughout the United States, California deals with an extremely high number of traffic-related accidents that harm pedestrians, bicyclists, skateboarders, and others. For this reason, legislators have...more

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Driverless Dilemma: Are We Lab Rats Without Legal Recourse in the Experiment of Autonomous Driving?

In the maze of today’s technological advancements, our society is standing at a crossroads where progress meets safety. The intricate web of autonomous driving technology and legislative accountability is unraveling in front...more

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The Role of Florida State University in Tallahassee's Pedestrian Safety

Pedestrian safety is a concern on and around university campuses across Florida. In 2020, a student at Florida State University (FSU) was tragically killed when she was struck by a driver in the crosswalk of the 1000 block of...more

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Motor Vehicle Accidents Can Be Avoided Here’s How

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of injury and death worldwide, but many of these accidents are preventable with proactive measures. This comprehensive guide explores various strategies and tips that individuals can...more

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Rollover Accidents: We Answer Your Frequently Asked Questions

Picture it: You’re riding on a highway at a nice speed when all of a sudden something (or someone) appears in front of you so quickly that you have no option except to try to avoid a collision. In your attempt to avoid the...more

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Motor Vehicle Accidents: 10 Factors for Consideration

Motor vehicle accidents are a significant public health concern worldwide, causing millions of injuries and fatalities each year. While accidents can occur due to various factors, including human error, mechanical failures,...more

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Road Safety Tips for Motorists, Cyclists, and Pedestrians

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As spring arrives and the weather is warming up, more and more people are spending time outdoors. After a particularly cold winter this past year, it’s refreshing to finally enjoy the outdoors and do some fun things we missed...more

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As vehicle makers race into future, whither road- and product-safety issues?

The race to deal with the existential threat of climate change by making millions of vehicles smarter, more efficient, and environmentally friendly may be on a collision course with safety concerns....more

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Three Point Shot - February 2020

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Welcome to Three Point Shot, a newsletter brought to you by the Sports Law Group at Proskauer. Three Point Shot brings you the latest in sports law-related news and provides you with links to related materials. Your feedback,...more

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Autonomous Co-Pilot: How GM Plans to Revolutionize Consumer Use of Autonomous Driving Technology While Keeping You Focused at the...

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In the competition amongst automobile manufacturers to knock autonomous driving out-of-the-park, Cadillac is next up to the plate. Recently – rolling-out its newest autonomous driving technology – General Motors (“GM”)...more

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Self-Driving Cars: Are You In or Out?

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Autonomous vehicle testing and development continues to accelerate. Problems and setbacks, however, have delayed technology advancement and assessment, and influenced public perception of this new transportation mechanism....more

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NTSB Preliminary Report Reminds That Driver Error Persists

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The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently issued its preliminary report concerning the March 18, 2018 incident in Tempe, Arizona in which a pedestrian was struck and killed by a Volvo XC90 sport utility vehicle...more

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Gauging Reactions: MCity Shuttle Launch Kicks-Off Autonomous Vehicle Behavioral Study

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On Monday, June 4, two fully automated shuttles began regular shuttle service on streets surrounding the University of Michigan North Campus Research Complex in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The 11-passenger, all-electric Autonom...more

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Drinking and Driving: How Driverless Cars Will Overturn South Dakota v. Dole to Push the Drinking Age Back to 18

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The drinking age in the United States has historically teetered between 18 and 21. Under pressure surrounding the Vietnam War, Congress rolled back the minimum drinking age from 21 to 18 to reflect the draft age. Proponents...more

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Straight Talks: Innovations in product liability for autonomous and connected vehicles

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The autonomous vehicle revolution has introduced an exciting array of innovations into the automobile industry. Groundbreaking technology has created ingenious ways to address mobility and traffic issues. But it has also...more

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Fatal Accident Put Autonomous Vehicle Programs Under Scrutiny

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High profile accidents related to autonomous vehicles are impacting the planned expansion of existing autonomous vehicle pilot programs. In 2016, a driver in Florida died while using autopilot mode on his vehicle...more

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You Should Know - January 2018

Who’s at Fault When Robot Cars Crash and Injure People? While your next new car might not fold up into a briefcase à la George Jetson, self-driving cars are no longer a cartoon dream of the far-off future. Manufacturers...more

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European Commissioner for Transport Focuses on Connected Cars as Part of Continuing Road Safety Strategy

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In 2010, the EU set an ambitious goal of halving traffic deaths in 2020. As part of these ongoing efforts to increase road safety, on Thursday the European Commissioner for Transport Violeta Bulc published a report on road...more

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