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Some Drivers in Florida Car Accidents are Not at Fault for Their Injuries

Generally speaking, when Florida car accidents occur and someone is injured as a result, the investigation that takes place afterward often results in the finding that one of the drivers was at fault, although there are some situations where both drivers can share fault. However, as a recent incident in Fort Lauderdale showed, there are also Florida car accidents that occur where the driver was not at fault, particularly when that driver is being attacked.

According to police, a Fort Lauderdale pedestrian accident occurred on Tuesday when an 18-year-old man began to allegedly accost two other people who were leaving a local market. The two people attempted to leave the scene, but the man jumped into the car, began to throw bricks at the windshield and otherwise attack occupants of the vehicle. As a result, the driver slammed into a nearby pedestrian, crushing his leg against a telephone poll. The victim lost his leg as a result and the suspect was arrested on several charges, including attempted murder.

Florida Pedestrian Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to offer our support for the person who was terribly injured in this Fort Lauderdale pedestrian accident. We also hope that the criminal prosecution process for the suspect leads to a fast and fair result. In addition, this incident will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Florida pedestrian accidents. Every year, approximately 8,000 of these crashes occur, leading to 7,500 injuries and to nearly 500 fatalities.

Florida Catastrophic Injury Lawyers

If the available facts regarding this Fort Lauderdale pedestrian accident are accurate, then it seems as though the driver involved in this crash was not at fault for the injuries suffered by the victim. Therefore, in situations like this one, it's possible for the injured person to file a Florida personal injury lawsuit against the person who did cause a crash, in this case the attacker.

If you or someone you love has been injured in any type of accident, you need to seek the help of Florida catastrophic injury lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of those harmed for many years. Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.