Milton, FL (November 10, 2024) – A 69-year-old man from Crestview lost his life in a crash that occurred in Milton on Friday, November 8. The incident occurred at around 4:10 p.m. on Interstate 10 near mile marker 23.
The Florida Highway Patrol reports a sedan and a sport utility vehicle were headed east on I-10 when it was involved in a crash with a sport utility vehicle. According to reports, the sedan collided with the sport utility vehicle that had three passengers inside at the time. Those passengers were identified as a woman from Milton, age 63, a Crestview woman, age 64, and the man from Crestview who lost his life. The 63-year-old passenger and 72-year-old driver of the sport utility vehicle suffered minor injuries while the 64-year-old passenger sustained serious injuries. The driver of the sedan suffered minor injuries, according to reports. Police in Milton continue to investigate the incident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim. Our thoughts are with those involved, as we hope for their full and fast recovery.
Florida Car Accidents
Every year in the United States, millions of car crashes are reported, with approximately 6 million vehicle accidents occurring nationwide. These accidents result in around 3 million injuries and, tragically, over 35,000 fatalities annually. In Florida alone, hundreds of thousands of car accidents are reported each year, injuring more than 100,000 people and claiming the lives of over 3,000 individuals.
When you or a loved one is seriously hurt in a car accident, it’s crucial to understand how and why the incident happened—especially if it was caused by someone else’s negligence. Careless driving contributes to millions of car crashes in the U.S. each year, and right now, driver distraction is the leading cause, often linked to the widespread use of smartphones.
If you can determine that another person caused your accident—or even if you might have played a partial role—you could be eligible for significant financial compensation to cover most of the costs associated with your accident. Filing a personal injury claim with an attorney can provide the support you need to secure compensation for wage loss, vehicle repairs, medical expenses, and more. A dedicated auto accident lawyer can negotiate with insurance companies to help ensure you receive a fair and full settlement to cover your accident-related expenses. During this challenging time, you deserve all the assistance available, and that’s where auto accident attorneys come in.
At Neufeld & Kleinberg, PA, our compassionate attorneys are committed to helping injured accident victims like you recover fully after a crash. We’re here to support your physical, emotional, and financial recovery after a serious accident has turned your life upside down.
The pain of being injured in an accident is only worsened by the unimaginable loss of a loved one. If you’ve lost a family member due to another driver’s negligence, a wrongful death lawyer in Milton can help you seek fair compensation by filing a wrongful death claim.
For more information on how we might assist you in recovering after your loved one’s sudden and tragic passing, contact our law office at (305) 931-6666. We’re here to help you through this challenging time.
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