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National Safety Month: Tips for Staying Safe in Everyday Life

As one of South Florida’s preeminent personal injury law firms, we see countless preventable accidents that lead to catastrophic injuries and needless deaths. In honor of National Safety Month, following are some tips that can help you and your loved ones stay safe.

Safe Driving

Many of our clients come to us after being injured in a car accident in South Florida. Driving while impaired killed 204 people in Florida last year and injured 192 others[1]. If you drink, even a sip, don’t drive, it’s that simple. This can save your own life as well as those of your family members and friends.

Another dangerous, but common activity is distracted driving. Many people erroneously believe that distracted driving only means texting while driving. While this is one type of distracted driving, others include eating or drinking while driving, talking on the phone (even hands-free), playing with the radio, or any other activity that takes your concentration away from the road. In 2023, distracted driving killed 3,275 people, and injured many others[2].

Avoiding Slips, Trips, and Falls

A major source of injury, especially among older people, is slips and falls. Slips and falls can cause broken bones, back injuries, muscle sprains, and concussions. Some actions you can take to prevent slips and falls on your property are:

• Clean up any spills promptly.
• Avoid having any electrical cords in areas where people will be walking. If this is unavoidable, tape down the cords to minimize the likelihood of someone tripping on them.
• Ensure all steps have handrails and that they are in good condition.
• Repair any potholes or uneven surfaces to reduce the risk of tripping.

Creating a Safe Home Environment

Your home is your refuge, but it can also pose dangers to your family and your guests. Many families love to bounce on the trampoline, but backyard trampolines have been responsible for more than 800,000 injuries between 2009-2018, according to the Mayo Clinic[3].  To compound this tragedy, if someone is injured on your trampoline, many homeowners’ insurance policies will not cover it, potentially making you personally liable to pay for their injuries.

Another all-too-common injury at home is drowning in a backyard pool. Every day, there are 11 drowning deaths and 22 nonfatal drownings in the US. For children ages five years and under, 87% of these drownings occur in home pools or hot tubs. If you have a backyard pool, it’s essential to have a locked fence around it and always supervise children who are in the pool or on the pool deck.[4]

If you are injured due to someone else’s negligence, ECanter Lawyers is here to help. Contact us for expert legal guidance about securing compensation for your injuries.

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For a quarter of a century, ECanter Lawyers has remained committed to honest, straightforward answers.  Named one of AVVO’s Clients’ Choice, ECanter Lawyers has helped clients receive multi-million-dollar verdicts, and millions of dollars in settlements.  ECanter Lawyers specializes in personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, premises and product liability, and healthcare law.

With offices conveniently located throughout South Florida and 24/7 services, ECanter Lawyers personal injury law firm offers you the personalized attention that you need in order to maximize your compensation. 

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[1] Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Crash Dashboard – Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Accessed May 2, 2025.

[2] National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Distracted Driving Dangers and Statistics | NHTSA. Accessed May 2, 2025.

[3] Mayo Clinic. When it’s kids versus trampolines, kids often lose – Mayo Clinic. Accessed May 2, 2025.

[4] American Red Cross. Drowning Prevention & Facts | American Red Cross. Accessed May 2, 2025.