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Teen Drivers and Car Accidents in Homestead and Florida

Published on: December 28, 2018 | By Flaxman Law Group

For teenagers, car accidents remain the leading cause of death. In many cases, these fatalities are preventable, but despite the fact that many resources are available to help teens, this age group can be hard to reach. Young drivers in Homestead and other parts of Florida may be at risk of car collisions because they are still developing their skills and because they face considerable peer pressure to take risks on the road.

Parents, loved ones, and other adults can help. If you have a teen driver in your life, there are several things you can do:

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Drag Racing, Hood Surfing, and Car Accidents: Is Your Teen Driver at Risk?

Published on: October 10, 2018 | By Flaxman Law Group

All groups of drivers may have some risk factors which can put them at risk of a car accident. For young drivers, however, peer pressure and less driving experience, driving can be especially dangerous. Studies have found younger drivers may be more likely to engage in risky behaviors such as hood surfing, drag racing, and other dangerous risks. If you have a teen or young driver in your home and want to reduce their risk of being in a Hollywood or Florida car accident, you need to be aware of the dangers.

Drag Racing

Drag racing has been around since the 1920s and for many years was popularized in movies, shows, and music videos, which has given young drivers the idea to try it. Races are often held late at night or early in the morning in remoter areas and because of the speed involved, serious injuries can occur.

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Is Your Young Driver Going on a Road Trip? Help Them Prevent Traffic Accidents

Published on: August 29, 2017 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you have college-aged children, they may be interested in a fall road trip before college classes begin. Whether your child is driving across Florida or across the country, it can be a scary prospect for parents. How can you help them avoid car accidents and truck crashes in Hollywood and wherever they travel? How can you keep them safe?

As a parent, there are a few things you can do:

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Get Your Teen Drivers and Passengers to Use a Seatbelt

Published on: August 18, 2017 | By Flaxman Law Group

Teenagers still need to get the message about seatbelts, with research showing that 16-24 is the age group using these life-saving devices least. In fact, most fatal car accidents involving teens include teenagers not wearing seatbelts.

There are many reasons why teens may not device to wear seat belts. It may be an expression of independence or rebellion. In some cases, teens may simply have a hard time believing they might get in a car crash or be seriously injured. No matter what the cause, the result is the same: in many car collisions in Hollywood and Florida, teens are not taking the basic precaution which can keep them safe.

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How Your Teen’s Independence Can be Contributing to the Risk of Car Accidents

Published on: July 21, 2017 | By Flaxman Law Group

For many teens, a driver’s license is a sign of independence. However, the CDC lists driver independence as the leading cause of the estimated 2,300 teen driver fatalities sustained in 2015 alone. According to the CDC, parents play a crucial role in teen driver safety.

It comes down to more than you being a role model. There are several things you can do to ensure your child doesn’t have so much independence that they are at risk of a Hollywood traffic accident:

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Keep Your Teen Drivers Safe by Teaching Them the Basics About Speeding

Published on: January 24, 2017 | By Flaxman Law Group

Speeding is a major risk factor for young drivers. Many parents assume their teens don’t speed because they don’t see their teenagers speeding. However, experts agree that the way teenagers drive with their parents isn’t necessarily the way they drive when they think their parents aren’t watching. Even if you think your child doesn’t speed, it’s important to take steps now to prevent dangerous driving.

Speeding is intensely dangerous for teen drivers because teens may not realize the effect of very high speeds. At very high speeds, a new driver, especially, may lose control of their car and may be unable to correct the situation. The results of any high-speed collision in Hollywood or your community can be devastating.

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Helping Your Teen Become a Safer Driver

Published on: September 15, 2016 | By Flaxman Law Group

Part of parenting is helping your children learn how to stay safe. If you have a child who is a teenager and will soon be getting their driver’s license or has already secured their license, one of the important tasks you have as a parent is to ensure your child is the safest driver possible.

There are several things you can do to help your child avoid car accidents that can lead to injuries for them and for others on the road:

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Will Your Teens be Driving to School?

Published on: August 30, 2016 | By Flaxman Law Group

Now that school is starting again, the morning commute may be a subject of conversation around your house in Hollywood or your community. If you have young drivers in your household, they may be excited at the prospect of driving to school.

Young drivers are often serious about learning to drive safely, but they still have less experience on the roads when compared with older drivers. This can put teen drivers at a risk of collisions. The morning commute, especially, can be a daunting time for teens to drive, because this time of day can mean lots of traffic in the Hollywood and South Florida area. If your teens want to drive to school for the first time, there are a few things you’ll want to do:

1) Make sure they’re ready.

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Helping your Teen Buy a Safe Car

Published on: May 27, 2016 | By Flaxman Law Group

Teenagers who have just secured their driver’s licenses inevitably want the freedom of their own car. Unfortunately, because of budget concerns, they may be choosing a much older model without some of the safety features of a modern car. Studies have shown older cars purchased by teenagers may have fewer safety standards and may potentially put them at risk in the event of a car accident.

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Of course, you want your child to be safe. That’s why you’ll want to follow these tips for ensuring your child gets a safe car:

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Is Your Teen Going on a Trip This Summer?

Published on: May 12, 2016 | By Flaxman Law Group

At this time of year, many new and young drivers in Hollywood and across Southern Florida are looking forward to a summer of freedom and driving. If you have a newly-licensed motorist in your family, they may be eager to hit the open road and even go on a road trip.

Here are some ways to ensure your teen is safe on the roads if they’re interested in going on a road trip before fall:

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