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Walking Disaster: 5 Shocking Statistics About Pedestrian Accidents in Tampa
Why Tampa leads the nation for deaths and injuries due to pedestrian accidents The number of people struck and killed by drivers while walking in Tampa has increased by an astonishing 45 percent over the last decade. In fact, the…
Continue Reading4 tips to save money on auto and homeowners insurance as inflation skyrockets in Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay is currently experiencing the highest rate of inflation in the country. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, inflation in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area was 10.2% in March 2022, compared to a national rate of 8.5%. As…
Continue ReadingRecent Florida Car Accidents Show the Risks of Over-Reliance on Self-Driving Technology
The promise of self-driving cars seems more within reach than ever before, but placing too much trust into the early versions of these systems has shown that over-reliance can lead to deadly consequences. In Florida alone, there have been two…
Continue Reading5 Things You Need to Do If You Are Being Followed
There is nothing more terrifying than realizing someone is following you. If you’re driving and believe you are being followed, here are the 5 important things you need to know to get away safely. How do you know if…
Continue ReadingMeet the Winner of the Fall 2021 Darrigo & Diaz Personal Injury Attorneys Scholarship for Emergency Responders and Their Families: Gabrielle Kirsch
Darrigo & Diaz Personal Injury Attorneys is pleased to introduce Gabrielle Kirsch as the 2021 Winner of our Annual Scholarship for Emergency Responders and Their Families. Since 1999, the personal injury attorneys at Darrigo & Diaz Personal Injury Attorneys…
Continue ReadingWhy every driver in Tampa Bay needs uninsured motorist coverage in 2022
A record-breaking 27% of drivers in Florida will hit the road without car insurance in 2022. If you’re involved in an accident caused by someone else this year, there is a 1 in 4 chance that you will be financially…
Continue ReadingSafety tips for driving during a flood or major storm
Even though driving safely and defensively should always be a priority while on the road, it becomes especially important when encountering inclement weather. Though you may try to drive cautiously when out in less-than-ideal conditions, it doesn’t necessarily mean that…
Continue ReadingTampa Roadways Face Perfect Storm this Holiday Season
How record-setting traffic, truck driver shortages, and the supply chain crisis are causing more accidents and more fatalities It’s the most wonderful time of year, but according to the U.S. Department of Transportation, this holiday season is proving to be…
Continue ReadingDaylight Saving Time Increases Risk of Car Accidents in Tampa
In the week after Daylight Saving Time, Tampa drivers must remain alert as roads become more dangerous Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 7, which means we get to enjoy an extra hour of sleep. But before you get…
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