As record low temperatures and snow build up in the south, it is important to be prepared for driving in adverse winter weather. As you prepare for a weekend getaway or vacation this month, remember that many areas are still receiving inches of snow and ice that can make driving dangerous.

All drivers should approach potentially icy roads with caution. Drive slowly, leaving three times as much room between you and other drivers as you normally would. If your car begins to skid, do not pump your brakes as this can cause your vehicle to spin out of control. Instead, steadily apply the brakes while turning your steering wheel so that you tires are pointed in the direction in which your rear wheels are sliding. This will help you to regain control of the car more quickly.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident caused by dangerous road conditions, contact the Tampa car accident attorneys of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. today at 800-235-8978.

A Pasco County pedestrian was struck and killed in an automobile accident over the weekend.

The accident occurred at about 9:30 in the evening, when a 27-year-old man was struck by a car in the southbound lanes of US 19 by a 47-year-old woman.  Emergency responders rushed him to nearby Helen Ellis Hospital, but doctors were unable to save the young man, and he succumbed to his wounds.

If you or someone you love has been injured or worse in a car accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation.  To learn more about how we can help you fight for the money you deserve, contact the Tampa Bay accident attorneys of Beltz & Ruth today by calling 800-235-8978.

Millions of pedestrians walk near busy intersection every day. As a result of the large volume of pedestrians, there are a significant number of accidents, in which cars strike pedestrians.

While drivers are often responsible for these accidents, the responsibility sometimes falls on the pedestrian. To reduce the chance of being struck by a car, pedestrians should take a number of steps. 

For instance, pedestrians should only cross busy intersections where there are pedestrian crossings. Moreover, they should only try to cross these intersections when traffic signals indicate that it is safe. 

If you or anyone you know has been hit by a car while walking, contact the Tampa pedestrian accident attorneys of Beltz & Ruth, P.A., at 800-235-8978.