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St. Johns, FL (March 6, 2020) – This morning around 6 a.m. when rush hour was backing up the roadways, a car accident with injuries took place on a major St. Johns highway.
According to police, the collision took place in the southbound lanes of I-95 around the area of SR-206. Both shoulders of the roadway were blocked.
Various emergency responders were present at the scene of the accident including paramedics, fire crews, and local law enforcement officials. They assisted those with injuries, though the extent of the injuries is not known.
The roadway was blocked for a short period of time. However, the police had the scene cleared quickly. Their 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
According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, approximately 153,000 serious injury accidents occurred within the state of Florida in one recent year. These accidents are incredibly devastating for victims who attempt to get back on their feet. They can impact a victim both emotionally and physically as they attempt to gain compensation that will help them through this difficult time. It is essential that victims speak with a car accident attorney immediately.
At Sheftall & Associates, our accident attorneys understand how devastating and severe an accident can be as it wreaks havoc on all aspects of your life. You may find that these times are challenging and have many questions about where you can turn. If you have been harmed in an accident, please contact our law firm in Florida at 904-647-2296 for more information on your legal options.
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.
St. Johns, FL (March 6, 2020) – This morning around 6 a.m. when rush hour was backing up the roadways, a car accident with injuries took place on a major St. Johns highway. According to police, the collision took place in the southbound lanes of I-95 around the area of SR-206. Both shoulders of the roadway were blocked. Various emergency responders were present at the scene of the accident including paramedics, fire crews, and local law enforcement officials. They assisted those with [...]
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