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iPhone 4S violates laws on no texting while driving with new voice-activated assistance feature
Tampa- Apple’s iPhone 4S makes it possible to send text messages while driving, keeping both hands on the wheel.
How is this possible? New features for Apple iPhone makes it so the phone’s voice-activated personal assistant, nicknamed “Siri” can be used to dictate text messages without typing as well as read incoming texts aloud. Sounds perfect right?!
There is just one problem. Texting while driving is illegal in dozens of states. This new feature causes controversy if this is in violation of the law. Some states ban electronic communication while driving completely, while other states allow hand-free devises to be used behind the wheel.
Siri is not the first to offer voice-activated applications available to drivers. Other applications such as Vlingo and Sensory can be downloaded to cell phones for the same purpose. Ford and BMW also have designed speech-to-text systems for some of their newest vehicles.
The new technologies developing are designed to make texting while driving safer, so to speak. States need to re-evaluate their law banning texting while driving as more and more motorists adopt new technologies like Siri.
Lawmakers need to review whether or not hands-free devices sending messages is any less distracting to drivers than thumbing out texts from the road. What do you think?
According to the TBT, 34 states have banned texting while driving; nine states have banned the use of handheld phones while driving. Florida still has no such restrictions on either cellphone use or texting while driving.
Know the risks to texting while driving. For further information regarding texting while driving laws, please call Blick Law Firm to assist with your legal needs. 813-931-0840.
Do not text and drive.
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Halloween Weekend Safety Tips
October is coming to an end which means Halloween is around the corner. Whether you are out at a party, dressed in costume, or trick-or-treating for candy, it is important to remember to always be aware of your surroundings and follow safety procedures.
Preparing for this weekend is not just about what costume you will wear, ensuring your safety and the safety of others is critical.
Use the following tips to keep you safe for Halloween:
• Pick visible costumes that will allow drivers to see you in the dark road.
• Don’t snack while trick-or-treating. It is best to wait until you get home in order to inspect your candy.
• Carry a flashlight just in case.
• Masks are known for obstructing vision. Try face paint or make-up.
• Do not enter yards that are fenced off .
• Cross the streets at marked crosswalks.
• Report any suspicious activity to your police department.
• Don’t drink and drive
• Be safe!!
Blick Law firm is always here to help with any legal issues with a vibrant, energetic staff ready to assist.
If you get injured, arrested, or have any legal questions, THINK QUICK! CALL BLICK! 813-931-0840.
Tampa Bay Jaywalking on Fletcher Avenue leads to safety project planning
In recent news, Fletcher Avenue between Nebraska Avenue and Bruce B Downs Blvd is causing commotion. It is so problematic for crossing the street that traffic experts have deemed the stretch of road as Hillsborough County’s most dangerous bike/pedestrian corridor.
According to the TBT, three jaywalkers have died since January 2006 and 97 others have been involved in accidents.
About 40,000 vehicles a day travel on Fletcher between Nebraska and Bruce B Down. Crossing the street illegally will not only put you at risk but many others driving between the four lanes.
Since January there have been 3,722 jaywalking warnings and 761 citations at $49.50 each.
What is being done to prevent jaywalking?
A $4 million plan is being put into action to prevent jaywalking. The work will include: five mid-block pedestrian crossings, concrete and landscape medians, shrubbery, bike lanes, speed limit reduction, and signs and strobe lights.
Most of the design work is complete with $2.5 million set aside for the construction. Grants to complete the funding are being sought.
Please be safe when crossing the road. Use a crosswalk and look both ways so you are not a victim to accidents. If you or your loved ones have been injured due to crossing the road please contact your tampa personal injury attorney today so we may be of some assistance. 813-931-0840. think quick, call Blick.
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TGIF, rush hour road rule tips and weekend festivites!
“Tick tock, Tick tock,” goes the clock as you wait in anticipation for five o clock to be here. It is finally Friday once again and the week has been anything but pleasant. As we wait for the end of the day to arrive to rush out the door, remember, it is important to get home, safely.
As you zoom out of the parking lot, please be aware that other individuals are in the same rush to make it to happy hour or kick back their shoes. Remaining safe on the road is a guaranteed way to start the weekend off right. Here are a few tips for staying safe during rush hour:
- Check your blind spots!
- Don’t tailgate and remain a safe distance between the car in front of you.
- Don’t swerve into other peoples lanes.
- Mind the speed limit!
- Click it so you wont get a ticket!
The weekend is approaching faster than I would have thought. As you find something to do this weekend, stop by and experience, live music, great food, and free giveaways at Blick Law Firm as we choose to celebrate our 25th year serving the community with you. On October 2nd, 2011 from 12pm – 5pm, the Custom Car and Bike Show will bring many people with lots of fun for a great cause. Portions of the proceeds will be going to the Salvation Army to assist in a program called, ‘Half Way House for Women.’
Make it there on time as Free t-shirts will be given out to the first 25 people participating in show.
Blick Law Firm hopes to reach out to the surrounding community and promote to those with any legal needs in personal injury, criminal law and real estate and bankruptcy.
For more information contact Dana Blickensderfer at dana@blicklawfirm.com or call 813-931-0840.
Blick Law Firm announces 25th year anniversary
Tampa- Blick Law Firm is pleased to announce the 25th year serving the community. This past weekend marked the 25th year of attorney at law, Michael Blickensderfer, serving the community and helping the hurting.
After serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, Mike Blickensderfer attended and graduated from Ohio University in 1974 receiving a degree in business administration. After graduation and prior to going to law school, he worked for several years at JFK Airport, in New York. There, as a Cargo Manager he ran the cargo operations for several major airline carriers, including Saudi Arabian Airlines.
He subsequently attended Seton Hall University School of Law, receiving his law degree in 1985. Mr. Blickensderfer is admitted to practice law in Florida, New York, and New Jersey, being admitted in New York and New Jersey in 1986 and Florida in 1987.
In addition to having his own practice in Tampa, Mr. Blickensderfer also works for the Disparti Law Group located in Holiday, Florida. Mr. Blickensderfer has worked for two other prominent Tampa Bay area firms, specializing in personal injury litigation and claims.
His experience also includes serving as a prosecutor both in Florida and in Long Island. Other areas he served were in narcotics, Medicaid fraud, and DUI offenses within New York City. He also served as a Public Defender, practicing criminal law within the felony division in Tampa, Florida. Other legal experience includes real estate, family law, criminal defense, social security and labor law.
Mr. Blickensderfer’s background includes courtroom and trial experience, both in criminal and civil cases.
In celebration of our 25th year serving the community, Blick Law Firm will be hosting the Custom Car and Bike Show on October 2, 2011 at its Tampa location located at 4351 Gunn Highway. From noon till five, Blick Law Firm will have live DJ, food, giveaways, and plenty of fun. As Blick Law Firm makes it their business to give back to the community, a portion of the proceeds will be going to the Salvation Army to assist in a program called “Halfway House for Women.”
Be involved. Be active. Come celebrate with us!
To find our more regarding Blick Law Firm’s services and events, please contact Dana Blickensderfer, Public Relations Specialist at 813-931-0840.
Finding Tampa Bay’s most dangerous commuting spots
Article by Tampa Bay Business News
One morning, as I took the I-275 curve in downtown Tampa, and where lanes merge from the I-4 traffic, I narrowly escaped disaster when someone emerged from my blind spot.
That got me thinking about whether this frenetic location — which went through some massive re-engineering a number of years ago — was among the most dangerous in the Tampa Bay commute.
So, with the help of Editorial Intern Laura Cressman, we set out to analyze where area commuters should exercise the most caution during rush hours. Our story appears today in the print edition of the Tampa Bay Business Journal.
We also are making available to readers a searchable database of 141 points, searchable by roadway name, showing some very interesting data about incidents over two years, 2008 to 2010.
While fairly obvious, our reporting shows the biggest cause of crashes isn’t roadway design, but more human behavior, from texting to those chronically late to work trying to rush, eat and talk on the phone along the way.
So, take it easy out there!