Oakland Park, FL (June 20, 2021) – Around 5:00 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, June 17, a car crash with injuries occurred on a highway in the Oakland Park area of Broward County.
According to Broward County authorities and Florida 511 reports, the accident happened in the westbound lanes of Oakland Park Boulevard past Highway 441. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with each other, causing a chain-reaction wreck that may have involved additional cars.
Paramedics and numerous other local responders were immediately dispatched, and it appears that at least one victim was transported to an area medical center. The total number of injured victims, as well as their current conditions, are not known at this time.
Two left lanes of traffic were blocked while police conducted the on-scene portion of their investigation. No further details have been released, however, and the investigation is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Florida
Highways are some of the most dangerous places on Florida roads where severe collisions happen every single year. Out of the hundreds of thousands of car accidents that happen every year in Florida, a large percentage take place on Florida highways. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye due to a variety of reasons such as driver distractions, intoxication, speeding, and more. If you can prove that another party is at fault for your accident, you can be successful as you move forward with a claim. Unfortunately, this is not always easy to do on your own. This is why you should seek the immediate help of a Florida accident attorney.
The aftermath of a Florida car accident might be one of the most devastating things that you have ever endured. Many victims are left with a wide array of questions that they cannot answer on their own. For instance, what types of deadlines will you have to meet when it comes to moving forward with a claim? What should you say when you speak with the insurance company involved in your case for the first time? Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a dedicated Florida personal injury attorney.
At Eggnatz | Pascucci, our dedicated attorneys have helped those injured in car accidents over the years. We believe that you have every right to hold a party responsible for the harm that they have caused you in the midst of an accident. We will stand by your side every step of the way as you navigate the legal system for the first time. We will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects such as medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and so much more. If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, please contact a Florida accident attorney at (954) 505-8224 for the help you deserve.
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