Jacksonville, FL (January 18, 2020) – Around 11:00 a.m. yesterday morning, Jacksonville Police responded to the scene of a car crash with injuries at a local intersection.

The exact circumstances leading up to the accident are not yet known but it is believed that two or more vehicles collided at the intersection of Southside Boulevard and Touchton Road.

Fire crews stated that one person was trapped in a vehicle after the accident and was taken to the hospital with injuries.

No further details are known but the 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

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reported that approximately 153,000 people were injured in serious collisions in one recent year’s time within the state of Florida. These accidents tend to lead to severe injuries such as spinal cord injuries, burns, traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, and more. The aftermath of a car accident might be one of the most challenging things you have ever faced, which is why it is important to speak with a Florida car accident attorney.

Our skilled and compassionate attorneys at Sheftall & Associates understand how overwhelming the aftermath of a car accident can be on emotional, physical, and financial levels. You might miss out on time at work and have a variety of medical bills that you cannot handle on your own. It is important that you never stand alone and instead speak with a legal advocate. Please contact our accident attorneys in Florida for the help you deserve 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.