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Jacksonville Car and Truck Accident Attorneys

 

Our Jacksonville car and truck accident attorneys represent victims of negligent and irresponsible drivers more than any other type of accident. In fact, there were over 18,000 motor vehicle crashes in 2024 and over 8,000 of those crashes resulted in injuries and 102 deaths. Motor vehicle accidents often result in very serious injuries, thousands of dollars in medical bills, lost wages and damage to personal property. And we help victims get the compensation they are entitled to from those who caused the accident and their insurance company. The posts below are examples of the types of accidents our Jacksonville car and truck accident attorneys handle every day.

Golf Cart Safety & Potential Liability Issues

Vicarious Liability: Golf Cart Owners can be held liable for injuries caused by others driving their carts, even if the owner is not negligent. This is known as “dangerous instrumentality doctrine.” Insurance Coverage: Golf cart accidents may not be covered by standard auto insurance policies. It's essential to review homeowners, umbrella and specific golf

By |2024-09-18T23:30:20+00:00August 22nd, 2024|Tags: , , , |

Driver Killed on I-95 after Striking Parked Box Truck

St. Johns County, Florida - May 18, 2021 The driver of a private sport utility vehicle was killed early Tuesday morning after his SUV struck a large commercial box truck that was left parked on the side of northbound I-95 near a rest stop exit ramp.  According to the Florida Highway Patrol spokesperson, the

By |2024-09-18T23:32:11+00:00May 18th, 2021|

Florida Rules of the Road: Passing on 2-lane Roads

Being involved in an automobile accident can "wreck" your whole day. Possessing the knowledge and familiarizing yourself with the rules of the road may help you "steer clear" of such predicaments and avoid the need for our Jacksonville Accident Investigation Team! In the State of Florida, passing vehicles on a two-lane highway, such as

Jacksonville’s Most Dangerous Intersections

According to data released by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, there were 205 traffic fatalities in Jacksonville, Florida during 2020.  This is a shockingly high number given COVID-19 pandemic stay-at-home orders and the lack of travel by out of state drivers.  JSO was able to identify 25 intersections that were "highly dangerous" and the most

Jacksonville School Bus Accident – Cisco Gardens

A school bus carrying students from Dinsmore Elementary School in Jacksonville, Florida was involved in an accident with another vehicle near the Cisco Gardens Neighborhood on February 24, 2021.  The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office reported two individuals being transported to the hospital for injury treatment.  It is unknown at this time if the individuals are

By |2024-09-18T23:34:08+00:00February 25th, 2021|

Dallas-Fort Worth 133 Car Accident Blamed on Icy Road Conditions

Dallas Fort Worth - February 11, 2021 An interstate accident occurred on the southbound TEXPress lanes of Interstate 35W involving numerous commercial vehicles and a reported total of 133 motor vehicles according to Fort Worth Fire Chief Jim Davis.  Officials are blaming icy rain which froze to the untreated highway, creating hazardous driving conditions. 

Jacksonville Uber and Lyft Accident Attorneys

Rideshare Car Accident - Did a BOZO pick you up? The rise in popularity of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft has unfortunately resulted in a large number of unqualified drivers taking the road in an attempt to cash in on the newest transportation trend.  Unlike traditional taxi services, these companies rely heavily on

JSO Investigating Auto Accident Death on Merrill Road

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office: Early Thursday morning the passenger of a motor vehicle headed west on Merrill Road turned into the path of a Jeep being driven in the opposite direction near Hartsfield Road in Jacksonville, Florida.  The driver of the car was treated for minor injuries while the passenger passed away hours later from

Rear-end Collision in Florida. Who’s at Fault?

When you are involved in a rear-end collision, Florida law creates a rebuttable presumption that the driver of motor vehicle striking another from behind is at fault for the crash.  This means that the at-fault driver is liable for the property damage and personal injury caused to the lead car and its passengers.  In

I-95 South Crash with Injuries 9/10/2020

The Florid Highway Patrol is reporting a multi vehicle crash on I-95 South near Mile Marker 339 in Duval County, Jacksonville, Florida.  Drivers should use caution in this area as the left lane is blocked and emergency crews are on the scene. Source: Florida Highway Patrol Live Reporter

By |2024-09-18T23:40:10+00:00September 23rd, 2020|Tags: , , , |
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