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- New bus stop has parents demanding changeParents in one Fort Myers community are outraged over the Lee County School District's decision to move their children's school bus stop with only a few days left in the year. […]
- No criminal charges against woman who hit, killed bicyclist on the Sanibel Causeway in 2011The woman who hit and killed a bicyclist on the Sanibel Causeway in 2011 will not face criminal charges in the death. […]
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- Cape Cruise Club welcomes new membersThe Cape Coral Cruise Club, founded in the early 1960s, is unique among Southwest Florida boat clubs in that it owns a portion of a private island on the Caloosahatchee River east of the Franklin Lock near Alva. […]
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- U.S. Coast Guard 'piece of history' Mohawk arrives at Fort...The ex-USS Mohawk a U.S. Coast Guard cutter is docked at Fort Myers Beach after arriving from Key West to be prepared for its final resting place as a veterans' memorial reef in the Gulf of Mexico. […]
- Suspicious box in Ft Myers deemed not dangerous by deputiesWINK News has learned a suspicious metal box that forced evacuations at Luckett Road and Ortiz Avenue on Wednesday night was not dangerous. […]
- Fort Myers police captain graduates from Chief Executive SeminarThe Florida Criminal Justice Executive Institute announces the graduation today of Fort Myers Police Captain Dennis Eads from the Chief Executive Seminar at the Florida Department of Law Enforcement in Tallahassee. […]
- Bonita Springs City Council to talk economic development June 18The Bonita Springs City Council today deferred until its June 18 economic development meeting deciding whether and how much to contribute to the Bonita Springs-Estero Economic Development Council. […]
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- Guest opinion: It's time for Lee to make change to single-member districtsIt sounded like a good idea at the time: 'Let's adapt the Camus novel 'The Plague' for the stage.' And the beat goes on. […]
- Alternative ways to alleviate allergiesIt sounded like a good idea at the time: 'Let's adapt the Camus novel 'The Plague' for the stage.' Pine tree pollens may have tapered off after a peak in March, but more pollens await. […]
- Bread smothered, filled and baked at Lush French BakeryIt sounded like a good idea at the time: 'Let's adapt the Camus novel 'The Plague' for the stage.' The CROQ Monsieur is a traditional French specialty served with a side salad or chips at Lush French Bakery in Estero. […]
- Editorial: What's taking so long?The Florida Department of Transportation says the six-laning of the final part of U.S. 41 in Southwest Florida, in Estero, is proceeding on schedule. […]
- (0) CommentsESTERO, Fla.- An Estero gas station is feeling pain at the pump, after a gas guzzling thief took off with hundreds of dollars worth of diesel fuel. […]
- Protests to continue at Happehatchee Center in EsteroMitch Jacobs, left, leads a protest outside the Happehatchee Center in Estero to try to stop the closing of the center and to draw attention to the poor treatment of the staff on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 in Estero. […]
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- Police Beat: Thursday, May 17 - MUG SHOTSCollier and Lee county arrests […]
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- Good morning: 10 things to know for ThursdayYour daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today. […]
- Landlord seeks $167,000 from Naples Tomato for unpaid rent, damagesThe landlord alleges Naples Tomato wrongfully took grills, ranges, refrigerators, built-in tables and more. They were owned by Naples Tomato and they had the right to take them out, the restaurant's attorney Edmond Koester said of the items […]
- Gulf system continues rain on Southwest FloridaMost of Southwest Florida can expect to see some rain today, especially during the morning hours. […]
- Class of '12: Neumann graduate wants to teach, help people overseasRyan Gingras, a St. John Neumann senior, balances three sports, a part-time job, volunteering and Advanced Placement courses – all while earning a 4.2 weighted grade-point average. […]
Motorcycle Accident Englewood, Sarasota
According to the Florida Highway Patrol and the Herald Tribune, a motorcycle accident involving an SUV occurred in Englewood, Sarasota County, on the night of July 9.
According to the reports, the motorcyclist and his passenger suffered serious personal injuries after being thrown from a motorcycle in an attempt to avoid colliding with an SUV which turned into their path. The injured motorcyclist and passenger were taken to Bayfront Medical Center.
Fatal Crash Collier County
A fatal auto accident in Collier County claimed the life of a 41 year old father of four. According to the News Press and Naples Daily News and Florida Highway Patrol, the fatal traffic crash occurred on US 41 in Ochopee.
According the reports, the Marco Island resident who was killed was struck head on by an SUV which swerved into his lane of travel. Charges are pending against the driver of the SUV.
So very tragic. Prayers for this family.
Serious Auto Accident Ochopee
An auto accident involving serious personal injury on U.S. 41/Tamiami Trial in Ochopee (Collier County) has been reported by Florida Highway Patrol and the Naples Daily News.
At least 2 EMS ambulances and emergency helicopter were sent to the scene where it was reported that severeal individuals had suffered multiple personal injuries.
Fatal Crash Glades County
The Fort Myers News Press reports that the fatal crash in Glades County involving a FedEx driver. According to the report and the Florida Highway Patrol, the 3 vehicle fatal crash occurred at the intersection of State Road 29 and County Road 74.
One vehicle reportedly failed to yield, causing the initial crash in the path of an oncoming FedEx delivery truck. The FedEx driver could not avoid the accident per the initial reports, and struck one of the vehicle, resulting in the FedEx driver being ejected from the truck, suffering fatal injuries.
Child Struck in Bradenton Crash
According to the Herald Tribune, a 2-year-old being pushed in a stroller was struck by a car and seriously injured in Bradenton.
The child was taken to Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg for treatment after the incident, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Also injured in the pedestrian accident was the mother who was pushing her child the stroller.
According to FHP, the pedestrian accident victims crossing SR 70 in a crosswalk, the driver of the vehicle struck them while making a right turn.
Be Careful of Common Auto Accident Tips
Many personal injury lawyers who advertise suggest that immediately after an accident, whether it is an Florida auto accident, Florida trucking accident, Florida motorcycle accident, or other vehicle accident, suggest the injury victim begin their own investigation right then and there — at the scene.
Think about this, folks. If you’re really hurt, how do you start taking witness information and snapping photographs? An injury victim at the scene of a traffic crash donning his or her detective hat simply does not look good. The perception — whether it’s right or wrong — is going to be that a seriously hurt individual in an auto accident is probably going to the hospital by EMS, and not standing around acting like a detective gathering evidence.
Think about it. Perception — right or wrong — can play a big role against legitimate personal injury claims. Defense attorneys and insurance adjusters are looking for reasons to deny a valid Florida auto accident injury claim, or are certainly seeking to minimize the amount of compensation paid to the legitimate personal injury claimant.
So be careful about what you read and listen to, without thinking about it and using common sense. Otherwise, you might end up with:
As an experienced auto accident lawyer in Florida, I help those victims who have suffered personal injury in serious accident injuries, such as auto accidents, trucking accidents, slip and fall accidents, and motorcycle accidents. I only handle legitimate claims, and have no interest in pursuing claims without merit or on behalf of those who exaggerate their injuries in an effort to generate larger compensation.
Because of my legal experience, as well as my morals and highest ethics, I use common sense in determining whether a prospective client has a serious, legitimate, personal injury caused by the negligence of others. If so, then I am here to help. Call me.
Auto Accident Injuries Often Do Not Show Up Immediately
Insurance publications have reported that only 1/4 of auto accidents result in personal injury claims. Interestingly, most people involved in auto accidents are embarrassed to seek medical attention, often because they believe they suffer only only from minor bumps and bruises. As a result, these folks do not immediately seek medical treatment, as the onset of disc herniation pain symptoms can be several days of weeks following a car accident.
Doctors generally recommend that as soon as possible, after an auto accident, an initial evaluation at a local Emergency Room is warranted. The reason for this: X-rays can be performed which will show any broken bones or factures. An x-ray will not, however, show a herniated disc, which is a very painful condition. Instead, an MRI is needed to show a herniated disc. Sometimes a disc injury can appear on a CT scan as well.
If the onset of a serious injury is delayed, the failure to have a medical complaint recorded may affect your physical recovery, as well as any potential financial recovery for damages caused by the auto accident.
While everyone wants to believe that there is no need to seek medical attention following a car accident, where the injury seems minor, the safest approach is to have a doctor perform a proper evaluation. Generally, that will not only provide peace of mind, but also document your complaints in the event, you do develop long-term injury symptoms, such as a herniated disc.
Bumps and bruises are not, in our opinion, worthy of a auto accident liability claim. A herniated disc, however, can be a severe personal injury having lifetime implications. A herniated disc is a painful condition for which compensation is warranted.
Taking the proper steps to ensure that you remain eligible for compensation you deserve following an auto accident caused by another’s negligence, is proper and just. So, protect yourself and your family, and make sure that following an auto accident, you seek proper medical treatment to make sure nothing is missed.
Contact an experienced accident lawyer at our firm today for a free evaluation of your circumstances.
Another Tire Blow Out Crash in SW Fla.
A serious auto accident on I75 in Collier County is attributed to a tire blow out. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a driver was eastbound at mile marker 88 on I75 in Collier County when a rear tire blew out on his SUV, causing a crash into the median. The driver was listed in critical condition.
There have been at least 2 other reported tire tread separation and tire blow out accidents across Southwest Florida in as many months.
Tire tread separation, often caused by aged tires, can lead to serious auto accidents and highway crashes. There have been fatal accidents on I75 caused by tire blowouts and tire tread separation.
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