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Tampa, FL (January 28, 2019) - Former Tampa Bay Lightning star Vincent Lecavalier was among those hurt in a bus crash in Tampa on Saturday, January 26th. At the time of the crash, Lecavalier was among others on a charter bus heading to Tampa's Gasparilla parade. The crash happened around 1:40 pm on the Selmon Expressway.
Police say that one bus entered the exit and ramp and slowed down for traffic. The bus behind it, however, failed to stop and rear-ended the first bus. A third bus then collided with the second bus in a chain reaction-style collision. There were at least 50 passengers on board the buses when the crash occurred. Lecavalier and two other people sustained injuries and were taken to St. Joseph's Hospital. The injuries were described as "non-incapacitating."
Two of the three bus drivers were charged with careless or negligent driving by the Florida Highway Patrol.
A car accident is reported approximately every 92 seconds in Florida. When you have been injured in a crash you may feel anxious and concerned about your future. Your ability to work could be limited and you are wondering how you will pay your rising medical bills. In the aftermath of a crash, these feelings are common but can be easily overwhelming.
Fortunately, you may have important legal rights when you have been injured by the negligence of another driver. At Rubenstein Law, our Florida personal injury lawyers can advise you of your rights. We will evaluate your case for free and let you know what steps can be taken to help you obtain appropriate compensation.
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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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