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If you live in St. Lucie, Indian River, or Okeechobee County, it may be time to review your car insurance policy Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has vetoed Senate Bill 54, which would have repealed the state’s no-fault auto insurance system. Therefore, Florida will remain a “no-fault” state, which means if you’re injured in a car […]

The defect in treadmills that every parent should know about When COVID-19 broke out across the United States in March 2020, a new trend emerged. Tens of thousands of people cancelled their gym memberships and began working out at home. As a result, treadmill sales skyrocketed. But a secondary trend also appeared: children are being […]

State lawmakers are in the final moments of deciding whether to pass or veto Senate Bill 54 – the most sweeping changes to the state’s automobile insurance laws in nearly 50 years, doing away with its “no-fault” insurance provision and requiring every motorist to carry bodily injury coverage. By January 1, 2022, nearly every motorist […]

Honda, Kia, Chevrolet, and Nissan issue automotive safety recalls for possible fire risks, faulty fuel pumps and defective seat belts So far in 2021 . . . Over 7.5 million vehicles have been recalled due to serious safety defects and risks  A popular child’s car seat has been recalled for risk of cracking in the […]

The coronavirus pandemic has led to fewer cars on Treasure Coast roadways, making more room for speeders and reckless drivers. At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, five cars were racing on I-95 in Port St. Lucie and ticketed for going 120 mph. In the months that followed, a motorcycle going at least 80 mph […]

New study finds women are more likely than men to be seriously injured or killed in a car accident.  The reasons why may surprise you. Every day, there are car accidents on the Treasure Coast. In fact, I-95 and US 1 in Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce, and Vero Beach are some of the busiest […]

Ford, Nissan, Chevrolet, Hyundai, and Tesla among manufacturers with potentially deadly automotive safety recalls Did you know? More than 250 automotive safety recalls were issued in 2020, affecting 30 million vehicles. 73% of newer vehicles are repaired when there is an automotive safety recall, compared to 44% of older models. Used vehicles may be sold […]

Work-related deaths and injuries on the Treasure Coast hit record-high. Here’s what you need to know. We’ve been warned about the hazards of sitting in front of a computer for too long—back and neck pain, poor posture, arthritis, and even eye strain. But the most dangerous jobs on the Treasure Coast take place outside of […]

This year, experts say the holiday shopping season will start much earlier. With the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic temporarily or permanently closing stores and fewer people spending money due to financial hardships, retailers are expected to launch big online deals in an attempt to compensate for a decline in sales and a change in consumer behavior. […]

How the technology raises risk of carbon monoxide poisoning Are all the electronics in your car a good thing? When it comes to safety features, such as anti-lock brakes and stability-control systems, the answer is yes. Convenience features like touchscreens, however, can add distraction and, at worst, can be dangerous. Now, keyless ignitions are raising concerns over […]

Hundreds of people on the Treasure Coast are falling victim to Social Security scams Think you could spot a Social Security scam? Don’t be so sure. Throughout the Treasure Coast, people are falling for fake phone calls, texts and emails that appear to come from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Since the COVID-19 outbreak in […]

With the COVID-19 crisis leading to more food delivery drivers on the roads, Treasure Coast auto accidents have seen slight uptick Life on the Treasure Coast has been different since COVID-19 struck. Masks are required in nearly all public places. Many businesses have altered operations to contactless procedures. And social distancing continues to be the […]