Jacksonville Injury Attorney Blog
Earlier this month in Jacksonville, a driver of a Honda Accord crashed into a truck when the driver was attempting to steer clear of trash being thrown from the truck’s cab. According to a story by ActionNewsJax.com, the driver of the Honda was heading northbound on Interstate 295 when the occupant of a red truck began throwing trash out of the truck’s window.
As the driver tried to get away from the debris coming from the truck, she ended up colliding with the truck and eventually overturning. The passenger of the Honda was ejected from the vehicle and was taken to UF Jacksonville in serious condition. The driver was also taken to Shands Jacksonville in critical condition. The truck did not stop, but continued on down the highway. Police are still looking for the driver of the red truck.
Just One Example of Careless, Negligent Driving
The above illustrates an example, albeit an odd one, of careless driving on the part of the truck driver. All drivers who use public roads are required to operate their vehicles with caution and in a manner that is safe to their fellow drivers. Barring any emergency circumstances, throwing trash out of a moving vehicle’s window while on the highway is extremely negligent.
The Law Protects Victims of Negligent Drivers
The laws in the State of Florida protect those who have been injured by negligent drivers by allowing them to recover for their injuries, property damage, and pain and suffering. In Florida negligence cases, the injured party must prove that the other driver caused the accident by being negligent, and that the driver’s negligence was the proximate cause of the victim’s injuries.
What Can an Attorney Do To Help My Case?
An experienced Jacksonville accident attorney is an accident victim’s best friend in a negligence lawsuit seeking damages for personal injury, property damage, and pain and suffering. With an attorney’s assistance, you can help to make certain that the driver who caused the accident is brought to justice, and is required to compensate you for all that you have been through. The process is not always an easy one, but with the help of an experienced attorney it can be that much simpler.
Being in an auto accident is not just about the physical recovery. There is also the mental anguish and financial worry that comes along as well. For instance, who is going to pay for the medical bills? How will you find a replacement for your car? Which doctor specializes in your specific type of injury? An experienced Jacksonville accident attorney will be able to help you with all these questions.
If you have been injured in an auto accident, you should seek the assistance of an experienced Jacksonville auto accident attorney immediately. The sooner you speak to an attorney, the more time they will have to put together a strong case for you. Click here, or call (904) 632-0077 to schedule your free initial consultation today.
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