Jacksonville, FL (January 2, 2019) – Around 6:46 a.m. this morning, a serious car accident with injuries took place on Baymeadows Way in Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue and various other responders assisted at the scene of the accident. They found that multiple vehicles collided on Baymeadows around the area of Philips Highway. All southbound lanes were blocked after the accident.

One person was trapped in their vehicle and had to be extricated by fire crews. That person was hospitalized with serious injuries.

No further details have been released but the investigation 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 have found that approximately 153,430 people were injured in car accidents in Florida. When a victim is harmed in an accident due to the negligence of others, they might wonder how they can compensate for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. It is imperative that a victim speaks with a car accident attorney in Florida immediately.

At Sheftall & Associates, our accident attorneys continue to aggressively fight to protect the rights of victims after they have been harmed in an accident. We will hold a liable party accountable for their actions that have contributed to your accident. If you are in need of compensation to move forward after a serious accident, please contact our law firm in Florida 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.