Florida Injury Lawyer Blog http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/ Published by Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner, Personal Injury Lawyers, P.A. en-us 2010-09-06T11:32:53-05:00 Child accidents in Fort Myers and Naples area are a reminder of drowning dangers throughout South Florida http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/09/child_accidents_in_fort_myers.html A series of drowning or near-drowning incidents involving children remind us that swimming safety is an important topic for discussion. Each of us need to do our part to avoid swimming pool accidents in Fort Myers, Naples and throughout South... Injuries to Children Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-09-06T11:32:53-05:00 Fort Myers accident lawyers wish you a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/09/fort_myers_accident_lawyers_wi.html Whether you and your loved ones will be fishing, boating, drinking or driving, the Fort Myers accident lawyers at Associates and Bruce L Scheiner, Attorneys for the Injured, encourage everyone to celebrate responsibly and enjoy the long Labor Day weekend.... Car Accidents Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-09-03T10:49:45-05:00 Insurance industry claims more lives could be saved with less focus on distracted driving and more emphasis on better technology http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/09/insurance_industry_claims_more.html The federal government has been sidetracked by the issues of distracted driving and vehicle defects and is not doing nearly enough to force automakers to incorporate new safety technologies, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Our Fort Myers... Car Accidents Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-09-01T12:07:50-05:00 Increased enforcement aims to reduce drunk driving accidents through the Labor Day weekend http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/09/increased_enforcement_aims_to_1.html Viewers will likely see a blitz of "Over the Limit. Under Arrest" television commercials this week and next. And motorists will see increased enforcement through the Labor Day weekend as authorities aim to reduce the threat of drunk driving accidents... Car Accidents Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-09-01T09:42:22-05:00 Dogs can be cause of distracted driving car accidents in Fort Myers http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/08/dogs_can_be_cause_of_distracte.html Dogs might be man's best friend, but there is clear and convincing evidence that they are not a driver's best friend. About two-thirds of dog owners surveyed by AAA said they routinely play with their dog while driving -- some... Car Accidents Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-08-31T10:17:40-05:00 Competition seeks input from teens about the dangers of distracted driving car accidents in South Florida http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/08/competition_seeks_input_from_t_1.html Young drivers are being asked to prepare and submit public service announcements about the dangers of text messaging and using a cell phone while driving. Authorities hope the messages by teenagers for teenagers will help reduce the dangers of distracted... Car Accidents Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-08-28T09:08:20-05:00 Senior driving safety an important issue in reducing risk of Fort Myers car accidents http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/08/senior_driving_safety_an_impor.html South Florida is likely to be on the front lines in dealing with the huge increase in the number of senior drivers as the Baby Boomers hit the road to retirement. Our Fort Myers accident attorneys frequently report on the... Car Accidents Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-08-23T10:38:41-05:00 Cape Coral school crossing debate is senseless; improved safety reduces risk of pedestrian and bicycle accidents http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/08/cape_coral_school_crossing_deb.html As the school year begins, we encourage Cape Coral and county officials to act quickly in installing school zone lights at Trafalgar Parkway and Skyline Boulevard. The Lee County School District reports that about 2,000 students attend Trafalgar elementary and... Pedestrians/Bicyclists Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-08-21T09:57:08-05:00 School year begins; use caution in avoiding school bus accidents in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Port Charlotte http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/08/school_year_begins_use_caution.html The U.S. Department of Transportation announced this week that all new motor coaches will be required to have seat belts to prevent ejection in the event of a rollover accident. That's good news unless your child rides a school bus... School Bus Accidents Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-08-20T09:15:10-05:00 Elderly residents are at high risk of fall injuries in South Florida nursing homes http://www.injury-lawyer-florida.com/2010/08/elderly_residents_are_at_high_1.html The family of a woman who was killed in a Florida nursing home fall has been awarded $114 million -- a record verdict in Polk County, the Ledger reported. The verdict has put the focus on the epidemic of nursing... Nursing Home Abuse Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner 2010-08-14T16:19:43-05:00