Orlando, FL (September 19, 2020) – Around 9:52 a.m. on Saturday morning, September 19, a hit-and-run accident took place at an intersection in Orlando that led to injuries.
The accident, according to police, took place at the intersection of FL-535 and Meadow Creek Drive when two vehicles entered the intersection at the same time. One of the involved vehicles immediately fled the scene of the accident without stopping or calling the police. The vehicle that remained at the scene was badly damaged.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were present at the scene of the accident. The injured parties were taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Police did not say if they caught up to the vehicle responsible for the accident.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for some time.
No further details have been released but the investigation into the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Florida
In one year’s time, hundreds of thousands of people are injured in Florida car accidents due to the negligence of others. In fact, in just one recent year, over 254,000 people were injured in car accidents due to the negligence of others. Hit-and-run accidents are some of the most catastrophic accidents that occur on our roads due to reckless drivers who flee the scene of an accident. These accidents lead to serious injuries including spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, burns, and more. If you have been injured in a car accident and believe that another party is to blame, it is essential that you speak with an accident attorney in your time of need.
Florida car accidents happen due to many different reasons. In the blink of an eye, a driver’s negligent acts could lead to an accident that leaves you feeling helpless and alone. You likely have a wide array of questions that only an attorney can answer. How will you afford to keep up with the bills caused by a car accident? What deadlines will you have to meet as you move forward? What should you say to the insurance adjuster in your case? These are questions that only a skilled Florida car accident attorney can answer when it comes to your personal injury claim.
Our attorneys at Vaughan Law Group are here to help you every step of the way when it comes to your claim. We understand how overwhelming it can be to move forward after you have been injured in a car accident caused by another party. In the midst of a hit-and-run accident, it is easy to show that another party is to blame for your accident. You may find that you are eligible for a wide array of aspects like medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, therapy costs, and so much more. If you have been injured in a car accident that is not your fault, please contact a Florida accident attorney 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.
