TRUCK DRIVER INATTENTION CONTRIBUTES TO CRASHES Dangerous Distractions
When we get behind the wheel, we have a responsibility to ourselves, our passengers, and everyone sharing the road with us to drive responsibly. This means driving distraction-free, with our phones put away and our eyes on the road. This is doubly true for the drivers of large trucks, as their vehicles can cause terrible damage to others if not operated properly. Because of this, our clients often ask if truck drivers get distracted when they are on the road. Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Distractions and fatigue affect truck drivers at a similar rate to other drivers. Here is what Floridians need to know about the distracted driving epidemic affecting our country. Distracted Driving on the Rise According to the most recent data released by the NHTSA, in 2022, over 3,300 people died in accidents involving distracted drivers. These figures have been rising in recent years and show no signs of slowing
down. The FMCSA reported that nearly 250 large truck drivers died in similar accidents. Additionally, 68 large truck drivers died after falling asleep at the wheel. While the dangers are bad enough when regular-size vehicles are operated by distracted drivers, when a large truck driver’s behavior strays from best safety practices, the danger is elevated significantly. In an Accident? Accidents involving large trucks are becoming increasingly common due to the perils of distracted driving affecting our truck drivers. Nine times out of 10, being hit by a truck is a serious accident. If you have been in an accident involving a large truck, distracted or impaired driving may have been a contributing factor. Please do not hesitate to contact the Law Offices of Marc Shapiro at (239) 500-5000 so we can fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
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GRILLED RED CURRY BEEF SATAY WITH PEANUT SAUCE
Ingredients
Inspired by StarTribune.com
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1 1/2 lb flank steak 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk 1–2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
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2 tbsp lime juice 1–3 tbsp Thai red curry paste 1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp fish sauce
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
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1 tbsp lime juice
Directions
1. Freeze flank steak for 30 minutes. Cut crosswise, against the grain, into thin slices. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice, curry paste, and fish sauce. Add steak and toss to coat. Cover and chill for 8 hours. 3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk, curry paste, brown sugar, and fish sauce. Bring to a gentle boil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add peanut butter and stir until well blended. Remove from heat and add lime juice. 4. Thread the marinated meat onto 12 long skewers. Grill until beef is medium rare, 1–2 minutes per side. 5. Transfer satay to a platter and serve with peanut sauce.
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