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Middleburg, FL (November 13, 2019) – Around 11 a.m. this morning, police responded to the scene of a car accident on SR-21 in Middleburg that led to injuries.

The accident took place in the southbound lanes of SR-21 at a stretch of the highway that is often referred to as Blanding Boulevard in Middleburg.

Police did not comment on the exact circumstances leading up to the collision but it is believed that it involved multiple vehicles and blocked two right lanes of traffic due to debris and vehicles that could not be moved right away. Police worked diligently to clear the scene as quickly as possible.

Paramedics and other emergency responders assisted at the scene and offered their help to those with injuries. No other details have been released but the investigation is ongoing.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Car Accidents in Florida 

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people are injured in Florida accidents that sometimes occur at the hands of negligent parties. In fact, in one recent year, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles claimed that approximately 153,430 people were injured in these accidents. It is undeniable that there must be some type of change to reduce the number of car accidents we experience across the state. When a victim is harmed in an accident, it is essential to speak with a skilled car accident attorney in Florida immediately.

For decades, our attorneys at Sheftall & Associates have fought to protect the rights of many victims throughout the state of Florida. We continue to help victims hold liable parties accountable for their actions after serious collisions. We will help you obtain compensation for aspects like lost wages, medical bills, pain and suffering, and more. Please contact our skilled law firm at 904-647-2296.

Note: As a result of the secondary sources that were used to complete this post, the information included within has not been independently verified by our own staff and may include misinformation. If you read something that, to your knowledge, is incorrect, please contact us as soon as possible and we will correct the inaccuracy.

Disclaimer: As members of the local Jacksonville and broader Florida community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. You should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.

   

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