Orlando Accident & Injury Blog
Starbucks Recalls Metal Straws Due to Mouth Laceration Risk
The internationally famous Starbucks Corporation has issued a recall that affects consumers in both the United States and Canada. The recall, which was first announced on the 2nd of August, concerns sets of drinking grade, stainless steel, reusable straws that were sold at Starbucks locations and online.
Marion County Mobile Home Fire Leaves One Dead
A Marion County fire in a mobile home resulted in the death of a 61-year-old man, officials say. The Marion County Fire Rescue has issued a statement that reports that the fire began close to 1:26 on Wednesday Morning in Bellview.
2-Year-Old Killed in Leesburg Car Accident
Shortly before noon on Tuesday, a accident occurred directly before the Gator Harley-Davidson dealership on U.S. Highway 441 and Fern Drive in Leesburg that left several individuals injured and one 2-year-old boy dead. The Leesburg Police Department has released information regard the accident between a Ford Explorer and a Ford Taurus, although there are certain details that have yet to be released or are still unknown.
After Orlando Hit and Run, Car Crashes into Building
Following a hit and run incident, the involved vehicle ended up crashing into Orlando’s Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Car/Tree Collision Kills Kissimmee Man
After losing control of his vehicle while driving eastbound on Boggy Creek Road near the intersection of East Lake Road in Kissimmee, a Florida man collided with a tree and died. The driver has been identified in police reports as Jorge Gonzalez-Medina, a 53 year old man from Kissimmee, Florida. The victim is listed as Daveanand Gualbance, 52, also of Kissimmee, who was in the passenger seat at the time of the collision. Gonzalez-Medina, meanwhile, was transported to the Osceola Regional Hospital and treated for serious injuries.
Lakeland Car Crash Kills Two People
During the recent heavy rainstorms that the Lakeland area has experienced, two people died following a two-vehicle crash on the West Memorial Boulevard.
Bicyclist Killed by Elderly Driver in Cocoa Beach
During the mid-afternoon on Monday in Cocoa Beach, an accident occurred between an unnamed cyclist and a car driven by an elderly woman. The Cocoa Beach Police Department issued a statement saying that the incident, which happened along the Cocoa Beach Causeway (also known as State Road 520), occurred as the cyclist, an unnamed homeless man who is believed to be 45-years-old, attempted to cross the road.
Watercraft Accident in Miami Leaves One Dead, Two Injured
A weekend watercraft accident near Pace Picnic Island in Miami has left a 25 year old man dead and two others seriously injured.
A local news station reported that Jorge Rizo was using his personal watercraft in Biscayne Bay, just north of the Venetian Causeway, when things spiraled out of control. According to eye witnesses, Rizo had his jet ski going in circles at a very high rate of speed. After about four or five circles, he lost control and looked as if he lost his bearings and didn’t know where he was. He soon thereafter hit a channel marker.
Upon impact, Rizo was thrown out of the boat. Although several people in the area jumped into the water to rescue Rizo, by the time he was pulled to shore he was unconscious and did not have a heartbeat. He also had visible lacerations on the left side of his head.
Miami paramedics soon arrived and were able to get the victim’s heart beating again following CPR. However, he subsequently had a heart attack and was pronounced dead at the Jackson Memorial Hospital.
According to medical reports, the other two injured victims were treated at Jackson Memorial and are expected to survive.
What to do if you are injured in a Florida jet ski accident
As Florida is a popular destination for boating and other water sports, accidents like these are an unfortunately all too familiar occurrence. As can be seen here, what started off as a fun recreational and relaxing day on the water can quickly spiral into a disaster.
When tragedy strikes, you need an experienced Florida personal injury attorney at your side. James O. Cunningham has been representing injured boaters and water skiers for several decades, helping ensure they get the compensation they deserve. In fact, did you know that you may be legally entitled to compensation not only for your physical injuries, but also for any loss of ability to work?
If you or a loved one have been the victim of a Florida boating accident call attorney James O. Cunningham at 1-407-425-2000 and schedule your free initial consultation today.
Five Vehicle Pileup in Orlando Bus Accident
Following an Orlando bus accident involving five vehicles and critically injuring one, Florida Highway Patrol officials are searching for witnesses.
Three Killed in Martin Country Car Accident
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a four year old girl was among the three individuals killed in a car accident happening just west of Indiantown in Martin Country. The driver has been identified as 22 year old Adolfo Olvera Garcia of Arcadia, Florida.
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