Florida Car Accidents
Although many people currently face financial challenges with high gas prices and runaway inflation, families throughout Florida have begun making Thanksgiving travel plans. Major holidays typically account for the highest volume of vehicles traveling on Florida roads. Unfortunately, increased traffic, alcohol consumption, fatigue induced by late nights, and long drives also mean a spike in the number of people injured or killed in car accidents. These factors combine to create a “perfect storm” that causes unsafe driving frequently with tragic consequences. While we wish everyone a safe and joyous Thanksgiving holiday, our experienced Florida auto accident attorneys can review your situation and advise you regarding your right to financial compensation if you injured in a collision caused by a negligent driver during the holiday season.
While tough economic conditions might deter some Thanksgiving travelers, this time of year remains one of the busiest on U.S. roadways. A 2021 survey by the Vacationer found that 102 million people, 42 percent of people in the U.S., planned to travel for Thanksgiving. Nearly 68 percent of those respondents who indicated they would be traveling over the holiday revealed driving would constitute their primary mode of transportation. Given that the Covid-19 epidemic has eased, a strong likelihood exists that the numbers could surge far beyond these for 2021.
Several factors work together to make the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving through the Sunday night following the holiday among the deadliest times of the year on roadways in Florida and throughout the U.S. Some of these causes include the following:
- The high volume of traffic
- Travelers navigating unfamiliar roads
- Fatigue and drowsiness due to long trips, late nights, and alcohol consumption
- Drunk driving claiming over 200 lives per Thanksgiving weekend over a four-year period
- Adverse weather for those driving to Florida from snowy and rainy climates
- Speeding drivers rushing to their destination
When people suffer injury in a collision during the Thanksgiving weekend holiday certain types of special challenges might arise. The accident victims might have traveled to Florida from out-of-state and face the prospect of dealing with a court case far from the state where they reside. If the traveler rented a car, the claim might need to include the rental car company.
Individuals injured in auto collisions who face these types of issues can benefit from contacting a Florida car accident lawyer. The attorney will be familiar with the state’s laws as well as evidentiary and civil procedure rules. An attorney also can provide resources and investigators at his or her disposal to investigate, contact witnesses, and build a compelling claim for compensation. While the attorney might resolve your case by settling with the insurance company, many hearings and other matters might be able to be handled without you needing to travel back to Florida.
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