Jacksonville, FL (September 26, 2021) – A woman was killed when her car went underneath a tractor-trailer on Saturday, September 25th in Jacksonville.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the accident occurred at about 3:00 a.m. when a 24-year-old woman was driving a black Toyota Corolla northbound on Duval Road. At that time, a white Freightliner tractor-trailer being operated by a 57-year-old male attempted to make a U-Turn, causing the trailer to block all lanes of travel.
The woman struck the trailer and her vehicle shot under it. The car then flew over the grass shoulder and crashed into a tree.
The driver died at the scene.
The truck operator was unharmed during the incident.
FHP is investigating the crash, and charges are pending.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Tractor-Trailer Accidents in Jacksonville
There are multiple kinds of accidents that involve tractor-trailers. One of the most dangerous is an under-riding accident.
Studies have shown that close to 50% of all fatal tractor-trailer accidents are caused by either under-riding or overriding.
Underride accidents happen when a car or truck crashes into an oversized commercial vehicle and the impact forces the smaller vehicle under the trailer. Since an average car is roughly 40 inches off the ground, and the lowest part of a truck’s trailer is around 45 inches above the ground, the cabin of a vehicle can easily fit underneath a trailer during a collision, causing critical injuries or even fatalities for those in the car. These accidents also commonly result in the roof of the car being compressed or even completely torn off.
It has been estimated that about 500 people are killed every year in underride accidents and over 5,000 people are injured.
Jacksonville Truck Accident Lawyers
If you or a loved one has been affected by a car accident in Florida, it is important to get the help you need right away. If you delay or fail to seek assistance at all, you may be jeopardizing your case and your eventual recovery. At Piedra | Injury Law, P.A., our Broward County car accident attorneys will stand up for your legal rights in every situation. We have more than 35 years of experience and we proudly serve various communities and cities throughout South Florida.
In the unfortunate event that you or someone you love has sustained injuries in a truck accident, seeking the assistance of a seasoned truck accident attorney in Broward is in your best interest. Doing so could help you to collect the maximum financial compensation available for your injuries and losses. Financial compensation can cover things like medical bills, mental health bills, as well as non-economic damages like pain and suffering and loss of life enjoyment. Our law firm is highly dedicated to making the arduous legal process as painless as possible for you and your loved ones. We are passionate about helping those who have been hurt by the negligence of others.
Call our law firm today at 855-881-HURT (4878) in order to speak with an attorney concerning your case. We work on a contingency fee basis which means you pay nothing unless awarded financial compensation for your injuries and losses. Call for a free consultation today to see if you qualify for financial compensation.
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