St Johns County, FL (October 16, 2024) – A man from Elkton, age 61, lost his life in a traffic accident on State Road 207 in St Johns County. Reports show the incident occurred on Wednesday, October 16, at around 7:30 a.m. The Florida Highway Patrol reports that the man was headed north on SR-207 in the left lane, just south of Cypress Links Boulevard. Simultaneously, a pickup truck was in the right turn lane of Cypress Links Boulevard when the man, who was operating an SUV, collided with the left side of the pickup truck. The SUV then continued heading north on the east shoulder of SR-207 before stopping facing northeast, police said. The driver of the SUV lost his life. The other involved driver suffered injuries due to the crash. Police in St Johns County continue to investigate.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim. We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.
Florida Car Crashes
In the United States, every year, millions of car crashes are reported. Approximately 6 million vehicle accidents happen each year nationwide. These accidents cause about 3 million individuals to sustain injuries. Of these accidents, more than 35,000 people are killed per year. In Florida, hundreds of thousands of auto accidents are reported each year that injure over 100,000 people. More than 3,000 people lose their lives in Florida car accidents annually.
When you or a loved one has been seriously hurt in a car wreck, it is important to be able to determine how or why the incident occurred, especially if you know it was someone else’s fault. Drivers who act negligently cause millions of vehicle wrecks in the United States. Right now, driver distraction causes more auto accidents than any other type of driver negligence. This is most likely due to the rising popularity of smartphones.
If you determine that you did not cause your wreck, but another person did, or even if you may have partially caused the accident you were injured in, you may be eligible to collect significant financial compensation that can help you pay for the majority of the costs related to your accident.
Wage loss, vehicle repairs, medical bills, and more may be able to be compensated for if you file a personal injury claim with a lawyer. An auto accident attorney can help you by negotiating a full and fair settlement with the insurance companies so you can get the money you need to pay for the majority of the costs related to your accident. You deserve all the help available to you during this difficult time in your life, which is why auto accident attorneys are here.
The lawyers at Neufeld & Kleinberg have made it our main goal to help injured crash victims such as yourself to fully recover after your accidents. We wish to help you recover physically, emotionally, and financially after your life was turned upside down by a serious auto accident.
The only thing worse than being hurt in a traffic accident is losing someone you love. A wrongful death lawyer in St Johns County can help you recover when you file a wrongful death claim for financial compensation if your family member lost their life due to the negligent actions of another driver.
You can reach our office at (305) 931-6666 to discuss how we might be able to help you.
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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