Middleburg, FL (January 9, 2020) – On Wednesday, a school bus accident took place at the intersection of Blanding Boulevard and Forman Circle in Middleburg.

According to authorities in Clay County, the accident involved a school bus and five other vehicles, which ended with two injuries.

The Florida Highway Patrol indicated that the school bus was stopped and had its lights activated when a truck rear-ended a van causing a chain-reaction collision that ended up slamming into the front of the school bus.

Troopers say that the injuries were to victims inside the vehicles and nobody inside the school bus.

The driver of the truck who caused the collision was cited for careless driving.

Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision at this time.

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

Car Accidents in Florida 

Chain-reaction collisions are among the most common types of accidents on Florida highways each year. In one day, over 650 car accidents occur on Florida roads due to many reasons. These accidents happen commonly due to distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and many other related causes. Many victims will wonder how they can move forward after they have been harmed in a car accident and should speak with a skilled personal injury attorney as soon as possible.

At Sheftall & Associates, our skilled attorneys believe in assisting victims after an accident that was not their fault. We will help you discover if you are eligible for aspects like lost wages, medical bills, and many other related damages. Please contact our Florida accident attorneys at 904-647-2296 for more information on your legal options.

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