Orlando, FL (September 2, 2020) – Around 4:20 p.m. yesterday afternoon, September 1, a car accident with injuries took place at an Orlando intersection.
The accident took place at the intersection of Kirkman Road and Major Boulevard when an officer was responding to a call in the area. The male officer had his patrol lights and siren turned on when he made a turn from Kirkman onto Major. A vehicle was traveling along at the intersection and did not see the officer, striking his cruiser.
The officer received injuries and was transported to the hospital by paramedics. The other driver was treated at the scene and released.
It is not yet known if any charges were brought in relation to the accident.
Police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the collision at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Florida
Florida is known for having more car accidents each day than many other states. In one recent day’s time, approximately 1,100 car accidents took place due to the negligence of others. Though these accidents can take place in many different areas, one of the most common places is at intersections. In one recent year’s time, approximately 2.5 million intersection accidents took place within the entirety of the U.S. Florida is no stranger to these horrific accidents that are sometimes minor in nature and sometimes incredibly life-threatening. If you have suffered injuries as a result of one of these collisions, you may wonder how you can move forward. Intersection-related accidents can be entirely complex but you have a wide array of options at this time.
Car accidents happen at intersections every single hour of the day. These accidents can be highly complex as you attempt to prove that another party is at fault for your accident. There are many different causes of these collisions including distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and more. If you can show that another party was engaged in reckless acts at the time of your accident, you may be able to show that they are liable for your damages. Because you have many rights and options under the law, it is essential that you speak with a Florida car accident attorney who can help you every step of the way. See our proven track record of success representing injured Florida clients at http://69.73.159.23/~vaughanpa/recent-results/auto-accident-cases.
At Vaughan Law Group, our skilled accident attorneys are here to assist you after you have been harmed in an accident that is not your fault. It is not uncommon for intersection accidents to serious harm that can leave you feeling helpless and hurt. As you work on your recovery, you should never have to worry about how you will pay the bills that continue to pile up against you. It is important that you act quickly to retain your rights. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Florida at (407) 648-1426 to find out how we can help you.
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Disclaimer: At Vaughan Law Group, our attorneys wish to provide useful information to families who have found themselves in similar situations after an accident. We would also like to honor victims who have received injuries or have lost their lives in Florida accidents. The photographs depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.
