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(USGovernment-News.Com, October 19, 2012 ) Sarasota, Florida – The October 5 series of tragic motor vehicle accidents that took place on I-75 is fresh on the minds of residents, Sarasota injury lawyer Maria Gerber would like to offer drivers suggestions for traveling in bad weather. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the Sarasota accidents were caused by poor weather and driver error. The accidents involved 12 separate collisions and 52 injuries and were reminiscent of the January 29 crashes on I-75 near Gainesville, which killed 11 people and injured 46 others.
Planning for poor weather is crucial—drivers should ensure their vehicles are in good working condition before hitting the road. Drivers should check their wiper blades, fluids and tire pressure often. If a driver knows he or she may encounter heavy rain or weather hazards during a commute, he or she should, if possible, avoid driving. If a driver must commute, the driver should reduce speed when necessary to avoid hydroplaning. Drivers commuting in bad weather should also pay attention to traffic flow, as unexpected stops are common.
Attorney Gerber, who has built a large civil practice with a focus on accident and injury claims, believes that all people should drive defensively in poor weather. “In Florida, auto accidents kill thousands and injure hundreds of thousands of people each year,” Gerber said. “Nationally, about 25 percent of all car accidents occur due to poor weather conditions and slick pavement. Poor weather affects visibility and vehicle performance. Drivers should stay alert and refrain from poor habits such as tailgating or speeding, and should avoid other distractions such as the use of cell phones and/or GPS devices.”
As a Florida native, Maria Gerber understands the importance of serving the local and surrounding communities. Gerber only represents injured children and adults. She has served has an instructor at the St. Petersburg Junior College and Polk Community College, where she lectured on accident investigation.
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