Merritt Island, FL (April 5, 2020) - Two cars were involved in a crash that took place in Merritt Island on Saturday, April 4th. The crash was first reported around 4:30 p.m. in the 200 block of East Merritt Island Causeway.
According to police and rescue workers, one person suffered injuries in the crash and was taken to a hospital. Both cars sustained heavy damage and had to be towed from the scene. There is no word on the cause of the collision at this time and officials have not offered any updates on the condition of the injured. The crash caused a temporary closure of the eastbound lanes as authorities worked at the scene.
No further details have been released at this time.
There are approximately 30 reported car accidents in Florida every hour. Many of these crashes will also result in injuries to those involved. Some common types of injuries in Florida car accidents include broken bones, head trauma, neck injuries, and spinal cord injuries. These injuries can cause a tremendous amount of physical suffering and emotional trauma. In many cases, injured victims are simply innocent motorists who find themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time.
We extend our condolences and well-wishes to those affected by this crash in Merritt Island.
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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