Author Archives: Don Cahall
Florida Ranks in Top 10 for Postal Worker Dog Bites
Letter carriers are important workers. They are the ones who ensure you get your mail every day. However, they encounter dangers that can prevent this from happening. One common issue they face on a daily basis is dog bites. Many dogs find postal workers to be threats to their owners, causing them to lash… Read More »
Man Killed in Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle riders often engage in dangerous driving. If there is a vehicle in front of you, it may be difficult to stop in time. This can lead to a serious or even fatal accident. Sadly, this was the case for a man who was riding his motorcycle in Manatee County. He was killed in… Read More »
Common Construction Defects
In an ideal world, houses and other buildings would be built perfectly, without any issues. However, this is hardly ever the case. Even the most experienced contractor can come across jobs that have some sort of issues or even defects. Sometimes these deficiencies are the contractor’s fault, but in some cases, the defects can… Read More »
Race Discrimination in Florida
Even though we are well in the 21st century, race discrimination is still a thing. People still deny others jobs, promotions, and other opportunities based solely on their race or the color of their skin. Sadly, this happens even if the person is extremely qualified and deserves the opportunity. Race discrimination involves treating someone… Read More »
What Will Happen if Non-Competes Are Banned?
Non-compete agreements have been in place in certain industries for a long time. These contracts are drafted by employers to limit an employee’s actions after they leave a position. Typically, a noncompete agreement prohibits you from working for a competitor until a set period has passed, but it may also ban you from starting… Read More »
Florida Bill Proposes Dangerous Dog Registry
They say that dogs are man’s best friend, but that’s not always the case. Unfortunately, many dogs are mean. They may attack people out of nowhere. Many children and adults are injured and killed in dog attacks every year. Florida is cracking down on dangerous dogs and has even created a bill to do… Read More »
5 Vehicles Involved in Fatal Crash
Many car accidents are minor events, although many can be serious, depending on the circumstances. Intersections are major parts of the roadway that can lead to fatal crashes, especially if one driver fails to follow the laws. This recently happened in Sarasota. A driver failed to stop at a red light, causing a crash… Read More »
Palmetto Car Accident Leads to Road Rage, Gunfire
While traveling on Florida’s roadways, you never know what to expect. There may be sunny weather and a lot of traffic, but one thing drivers don’t usually expect is gunfire. A recent car accident in Manatee County led to road rage. Fortunately, nobody was killed or seriously injured. A 50-year-old man from Riverview was… Read More »
Can You Eat While Driving in Florida?
It’s not always easy to get a meal at home before it’s time to go to work, appointments, or run other errands. Because of this, many Florida residents may eat in the car while driving. They may eat snacks while behind the wheel or grab fast food from a drive-thru. In any case, some… Read More »
Preventing Slips and Falls in the Rain
We are now in the rainy season in Florida, which runs from May to October. Many people enjoy the rain, but of course rain leads to wet roads and grounds. This can in turn result in accidents such as slips and falls. Slips and falls are not funny situations. A person can become permanently… Read More »
