Bernstein & Maryanoff

Florida Car Accident Lawyers
Describing Common Accident Locations

Florida car accidents can occur at any time and in any place, but there are certain locations where they are more likely to occur relative to others.  There are many reasons for these locations being home to so many collisions, and overall, high-crash settings tend to be consistent from state to state.  If you or someone you love has been harmed in a collision, you need to seek the help of experienced Florida car accident lawyers.  Below you’ll find a brief overview of common crash locations in Florida.

Intersection Crashes

Intersection crashes are by far the most common location for Florida car accidents.  In 2009 alone, more than 100,000 collisions took place either in an intersection or in a location that was influenced by an intersection.  This should not come as a surprise given all of the nuances that are involved with successfully navigating an intersection of almost any type, and anyone who drives regularly in Florida should be wary of what could occur when they approach this traffic setting.

Exit Ramps

Exit ramps are were the setting for more than 22,000 Florida car accidents in 2009, and the most common reason for crashes to occur on an exit ramp is when people leave a highway or main road with too much speed.  Many exit ramps are not only narrow, but they are also filled with curves and other motorists who are moving at a much slower pace.

Parking Lots

Parking lots, both public and private, can be extremely problematic for any driver.  Small spaces, differing speeds and people backing up without a full field of vision are all reasons that these accidents occur.  In 2009, parking lots were the setting for more than 18,000 Florida car accidents.

Bridges

In 2009, there were more than 7,500 Florida car accidents that occurred on bridges.  Bridges often force the road that was being used to narrow, and bridge traffic can be difficult to navigate because of varying speeds and the presence of several sources of distraction.  These accidents led to more than 4,400 Florida car accidents that produced at least one injury and 63 fatal crashes.

Overall, drivers should be wary of almost any driving location or setting, but the locations above account for almost 150,000 of the 235,000 total Florida car accidents that took place in 2009.  If you or someone you love has been harmed in a collision, seek the help of Florida car accident lawyers who have been holding negligent drivers accountable for many years regardless of the setting.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.