Fort Lauderdale, FL – Injury Accident with Roadblock on I-75
Fort Lauderdale, FL (January 17, 2021) – Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol were at the scene of an injury crash on Sunday night. The crash happened around 7:45 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 75 near the on-ramp to Interstate 595.
Police arrived at the crash scene about 10 minutes after the accident happened. There are few details on the events leading up to the accident at this time. According to reports from the scene, there were injuries reported in the accident. The crash was serious enough to lead to a roadblock at the accident scene. Motorists near the area were asked to avoid the area if possible and to find alternate routes of travel. There is no word o the condition of the injured victims at this time and no one involved in the accident has been identified.
No additional details are available at this time. An investigation is underway.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the victims of this car accident in Fort Lauderdale. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in Florida
A Florida car accident can result in injuries that can change the lives of victims and their families forever. According to statistics, there are approximately 400,000 crashes reported throughout our state every year. In addition, about 250,000 injuries and 3,000 deaths occur among the reported accidents. The chances of being injured in a car accident will increase when speed and other factors play a role in the crash.
Under Florida law, car accident victims may have certain rights when they have been injured in a crash. These rights include the right to obtain compensation for pain and suffering, lost wages, and medical bills. In a wrongful death case, the deceased victim’s next-of-kin will file on their behalf and will also be seeking compensation associated with the loss of their loved one.
If you have been affected by a car accident that was not your fault, you need skilled and trusted legal representation as soon as possible to ensure that your rights are protected. Only an experienced attorney can evaluate your case and help you pursue the amount of compensation to which you are entitled. At Boone & Davis, our Fort Lauderdale car accident lawyers will have your back every step of the way. We proudly serve Fort Lauderdale and surrounding communities and would be honored to assist you as well. For more than 35 years, our team has helped hundreds of clients recover the compensation that they deserve when they have been injured at the hands of a negligent driver. We strongly believe that no innocent crash victim should be left financially responsible for the careless actions of another motorist.
Our team stands ready to take your call at any time. We provide a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. We also handle most cases on a contingency fee basis so there is no payment to us unless we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To schedule your appointment, please contact us at https://www.booneanddavislaw.com/contact-us/or give us a call any time at 954-566-9919.
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