Whether you’re at work, shopping at the mall or enjoying a movie at the local theater, your expectations are that you will be in a safe environment, properly protected by the property owner’s security and safety precautions. Yet, oftentimes a commercial business owner, landlord, educational facility or sporting event venue…
It’s no surprise that Florida’s roadways are home to a large number of drivers in the senior citizen age bracket. Our population of older residents swells dramatically with the onset of “snowbird” season, and our traffic increase clearly illustrates how older drivers become much more prevalent than in the quieter…
In 1919, just one year after a truce was reached for World War I, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11th Armistice Day to commemorate those men and women who fought in “the war to end all wars”! In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed into law a bill changing the…
Everything a motorcycle does relies on that little patch of rubber that meets the road. If your tires are not in peak condition, your motorcycle can’t steer, stop or accelerate as it should. Yet, the generally lack of concern over tires is mind-boggling. Two items that should be checked on…
With the abundant sunshine and pleasant outdoor weather in Florida, the number of people on foot here makes our state one of the most dangerous when it comes to pedestrian safety. It’s no surprise to realize that a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle will likely suffer serious injuries, most…
Sunsports Cycle and Watercraft, in association with Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner hosts Bike Night this Saturday, October 24th from 6pm until 10pm. Sunsports Cycle and Watercraft is located at 3441 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. All bikers are welcome. Organized as a fundraiser for the March of Dimes Bikers…
Safety at Sea Can Prevent a Serious Accident Just as our area roadways experience more traffic with the onset of the annual tourist season, so do our waterways. Recreational boaters increase dramatically as part-time residents and visitors from around the world descend on Southwest Florida, and enjoy its ideal waterfront…
Everyone knows that if a heart attack or other life-threatening medical emergency strikes, the difference between life and death can be mere moments. In most cases, emergency first responders can access the scene quickly and easily, thanks to advances in technology, global positioning system (GPS) units and advanced training. But,…
Naples Man killed after hitting uneven pavement Last Sunday, October 11, 2009 a Collier County father of two, Derren Kelly lost control of his vehicle after overcorrecting when he encountered uneven pavement on I-75 near mile marker 105. Even an experienced driver, as Mr. Kelly was having driven charter buses,…
Injuries can Occur from Improper Use, Coexistence with Cars Southwest Florida is a haven for those who love the game of golf, and the number of local golf course communities rank the area as one of the highest in holes-per-capita in the country. Where there is golf, there are golf…