Jacksonville, FL (July 15, 2018) – Serious accidents take place on our roadways every day across the U.S. If you have been involved in a multi-car accident, you have rights to compensation.
In Jacksonville, one person died and an accident left 4 hospitalized following the incident on I-295W. It happened at Roosevelt Boulevard. The Florida Highway Patrol came to the scene of the accident and confirmed that one person died and four others were injured.
The accident happened near the Buckman Bridge last night. The parties who received injuries were quickly taken to a Jacksonville hospital. At this time, the number of vehicles has not been confirmed.
Traffic was diverted to the Roosevelt Boulevard and all lanes were closed while the accident was being investigated. By 10 p.m. last night, all southbound lanes of the highway were reopened.
As of 2017, there were over 400,000 car accidents each year in Florida. Somebody’s life is taken in a serious accident every 3 hours on Florida roads. There are many preventable reasons for accidents, such as drowsy driving, distracted driving, and more. Our condolences are with you during this difficult time.
Injuries and fatalities can overwhelm your life, which is why you need a legal advocate on your side to stand up for your rights. Car accidents can suddenly change your life and overwhelm you in many ways. Call us today for the help you deserve at Rubenstein Law.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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