Florida Highway Patrol has announced that three people were gravely injured and two died in an accident in southern Sarasota on Monday night.
In the account, the first sports utility vehicle driven by a man aged 25 living in Englewood, Florida, was traveling south along Indiana Avenue, on the outside lane to the north from Artists Avenue. The driver remains in critical condition. He was taken to a local hospital for serious injuries.
A second vehicle, a sport utility driven by a woman aged 73 who hails from Englewood, Florida was stopped at the stop signal located on Artists Avenue, west of Indiana Avenue.
Her vehicle crossed the intersection just in front of the utility vehicle driven by a 25-year-old man. One utility hit the back of the second sports utility. Following the crash, the second utility vehicle was flipped onto its right side and ended up at Indiana Avenue. The first vehicle was also laid to rest at Indiana Avenue.
The second sport utility driven by females of Englewood, Florida, died on the spot. The driver of the car, a 68-year-old woman, hailing from Theif River Falls, MN, is in critical condition. The second passenger, a woman aged 68 from Grand Forks, ND, died on the spot.
The accident is still under examination. If you ever get involved in a car accident, find a car accident lawyer near you.
What to Do When You're Involved in a Car Accident?
No one ever plans on getting into a car accident. But unfortunately, as you read above, they do happen. If you've been involved in a car accident, there are some important things you need to do to protect yourself and your interests. Take a look.
Get medical attention
Even if you don't think you're injured, it's always best to avoid caution and get checked out by a medical professional. You may have sustained injuries that aren't immediately apparent, and getting prompt treatment is important for your health and any potential insurance claims.
Call the police
Even if the accident seems minor, it's important to involve the police so that there's an official report on record. This can be helpful later on if there are any disputes about what happened or if anyone tries to file a false insurance claim.
Collect evidence at the scene of the accident
If you can do so, take photos of the damage to both vehicles and any injuries you sustained. It can also be helpful to get contact information from witnesses who saw what happened.
Notify your insurance company about the accident as soon as possible
Most insurance policies require you to report any accidents within a certain timeframe, so it's important to ensure you do this promptly.
Contact an experienced personal injury attorney
Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming, but having an experienced advocate on your side can make all the difference.
Don't argue with the other driver
This can only hurt your case. Instead of arguing, focus on gathering evidence to support your claim.
Take photos
Immediately after the accident, take photos of your car and any damage it sustained. This will provide evidence if you need to file an insurance claim later. You should also take photos of witnesses or other drivers involved in the accident.
Move your car to one side
If possible, see if you can move your car to the side of the road, off from traffic. This will help keep other drivers from hitting you or causing an accident while trying to avoid hitting your vehicle. You can also take the help of another driver to move your car away from traffic.
Don't panic
It's normal to get nervous and anxious during an accident, but try not to let it affect your judgment. If you're struggling with panic attacks or anxiety, see if someone can help you by talking you through the situation.
Summing Things Up
While the Florida car accident is under investigation, we hope you understand what to do if you're involved in a car accident. Remember, the most important thing is to stay calm and collected. And, of course, be as vigilant on the road as possible!
