Putnam County, FL (September 7, 2019) - Two children suffered serious injuries in a two-car crash that took place in Putnam County on Friday, September 6th. The crash occurred on State Road 20 around 6:00 p.m.
The Florida Highway Patrol was called to the scene in response to the collision. According to reports, a 2006 Ford F-150 was driving eastbound on SR 20 behind a 2016 Kia Sedona. The driver of the Sedona slowed to make a left turn, however, the truck failed to stop and crashed into the back of the van. The van continued on before crashing into a sign and a palm tree. Two young children inside the van suffered serious injuries while the van driver suffered minor injuries.
The driver of the truck, 18-year-old Jacob Houk sustained minor injuries. Troopers charged Hauk with careless driving.
Our thoughts go out to the young children injured in this crash. We hope that they are able to have a complete recovery.
Reportable car accidents take place in Florida every 92 seconds. Crashes happen suddenly and unexpectedly as negligent drivers are prevalent on Florida's roadways. In this crash, it appears as though Jacob Hauk was negligent by failing to slow his vehicle to avoid a collision.
If you have been injured in a crash with a negligent driver, you may be entitled to certain types of compensation. Under Florida law, you can recover for your pain and suffering, lost wages, medical bills and possibly more. At Rubenstein Law, our Florida car accident lawyers can help when your legal rights have been violated. For your free consultation, please give us a call at any time at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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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