Jacksonville, FL (November 14, 2019) – This morning around 2:45 a.m., police responded to the scene of a car accident on the Mathews Bridge in Jacksonville.

The accident, according to authorities, involved two or more vehicles and took place in the area of the St. Johns River. After 5 a.m. when vehicles were driving through the area due to rush hour, traffic continued as usual.

The right lane of traffic was blocked for several hours as various emergency responders assisted at the scene of the accident including Jacksonville Police, paramedics, fire crews, and more.

Paramedics assisted multiple parties with their injuries. Unfortunately, their conditions are not known at this time.

The investigation of the accident is ongoing at this time.

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

Car Accidents in Florida

Hundreds of thousands of victims are injured in Florida accidents every year. In fact, in 2015 alone, a total of 374,492 accidents took place involving motor vehicles in Florida with over 159,000 of these leading to injuries. Many who are suddenly injured in accidents will face the reality of medical bills that continue to pile up and missed time at work. If you have been injured in a serious vehicle collision, it is essential to speak with a knowledgeable car accident attorney in Florida about your options moving forward.

At Sheftall & Associates, our accident attorneys have helped countless victims as they work toward compensation for aspects like lost wages, medical bills, pain and suffering, and more. We realize how these aspects can add up and impact you on emotional, physical, and financial levels. We will help assist you when you are feeling the stressful aftermath of an accident. Please contact our accident attorneys in Florida immediately following your collision at 904-647-2296.