Jacksonville, FL (October 30, 2024) – A fatal traffic accident happened in Jacksonville on October 29. Reports from authorities show a 20-year-old man lost his life due to injuries he sustained in the wreck.
According to information provided by local sources, the man’s vehicle and a semi-truck collided on State Route 200 just east of Chester Road. Both vehicles were headed east on SR-200 when they crashed. The 20-year-old rear-ended the tractor-trailer, which was operated by a 41-year-old man. The driver of the semi sustained no injuries in the accident. Police in Jacksonville continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family. Police in Jacksonville continue to investigate.
Florida Traffic Accidents
Over 11 million semi-trucks travel on the roadways in the United States every year, carrying heavy and sometimes dangerous loads. According to information provided by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, when a passenger vehicle becomes involved in an accident with a semi, the risk of a driver or passenger losing their life is approximately ten times greater than when two passenger vehicles are involved in a collision.
Semi-truck wrecks are some of the most dangerous types of accidents in the United States. These massive trucks can be 20 to 30 times heavier than the average passenger vehicle. When a crash happens between a small passenger car and a tractor-trailer, the results can be devastating, particularly for those in the smaller vehicle. Serious injuries can leave you in the hospital for a long time, requiring extensive and often invasive medical procedures to recover fully.
Being involved in a traffic accident is overwhelming. On top of dealing with the physical and emotional trauma, you may also be facing financial difficulties as medical bills and other expenses related to the accident start piling up. Fortunately, you may be entitled to economic compensation to help cover these costs and damages.
If you or a loved one has been in a crash with a commercial truck, working with an experienced Orange County semi-truck accident lawyer can be critical. An attorney can guide you through every step of the process, especially if a negligent driver caused the accident. The lawyers at Neufeld and Kleinberg, PA, have extensive experience helping individuals who have been injured or lost loved ones in devastating truck accidents.
Losing someone in a semi-truck accident is even more tragic than being injured yourself. If you or someone you care about has been hurt in a semi-truck crash, call (305) 931-6666 to talk with a wrongful death attorney in Jacksonville about how we can help you through this difficult time.
Note: This article is intended for informational purposes only. Our dedicated team compiles accident news reports using a variety of trusted external sources, such as local news outlets, official police reports, social media updates, and eyewitness statements regarding incidents in Florida. While we strive for accuracy, the facts in this post have not been independently verified by our writers. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Neufeld & Kleinfeld, PA, immediately, and we will promptly address any corrections. Posts can also be removed upon request.
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