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Comprehensive Information and Legal Options for Wrongful Death Victims in the Colony

In Texas, not every death is a wrongful death

Here at Accident Data Center, we learn every day about people who are killed in accidents of all kinds, and of all circumstances. And while some of these accidents are just tragedies brought on by unavoidable factors like adverse weather conditions, many are caused by the negligence of another person, a company, or another type of entity.

Comprehensive Information and Legal Options for Wylie, TX Wrongful Death Victims

In Texas, Collin County, and Wylie, not every death is a wrongful death

Here at Accident Data Center, we learn every day about people who are killed in accidents of all kinds, and under all circumstances. And while some of these accidents are tragedies brought on by unavoidable factors like adverse weather conditions, many are caused by the negligence of another person, a company, or another type of entity.

Tampa and St. Petersburg - The bay cities of Florida with stunning beaches

Though they lack a world-renowned theme park like Orlando, the cities of Tampa and St. Petersburg, both situated around the Tampa Bay, use their attractive beaches and regularly warm weather to draw in tourists each year. The area is the second largest metropolitan statistical area in Florida by population.

Major highways around the bay

  • I-75, runs north-south along the east side of the bay and passes along the east side of Tampa.
  • I-4, which goes from the heart of Tampa eastward towards Lakeland and Orlando.
  • I-275, cuts through the center of Tampa, crosses Old Tampa Bay, and passes through St. Petersburg.

All types of accidents in Tampa-St. Petersburg

Searching for an injured friend or relative? Here are the main local hospitals:

Grief Support and Other Helpful Groups

 

Where to find legal assistance after you or a loved one are involved in a Tampa Bay-area accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from an experienced Tampa personal injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Tampa wrongful death attorney will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Tampa personal injury lawyer can do to help.

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In 2013 Florida saw over 32,000 commercial motor vehicle crashes

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, a large percentage of trucking crashes are caused by:

Florida's Department of Motor Vehicles provides information on traffic and safety laws

Go here to learn more about the traffic and safety laws on topics including:

Get information on motorcycle crashes from the Tampa Police Department

The Tampa Police Department or Sherrif's Office offer information on traffic and accidents. Both resources are valuable for locals and visitors alike when seeking assistance after a car crash.

Pedestrian accidents a major issue for the Tampa region, and entire state of Florida

According to  2014 study, Florida ranked 5th worst state in the U.S. for pedestrian fatality accidents, which is a jump up from their number one rank for years prior.

In 2013 Florida saw nearly 7,000 bicycle crashes, many being in the Tampa area

Bicycle safety is a big issue in Tampa, but many safety resources are available such as: Tampa Bay Cycle safety advice, the city of Tampa's bicycle safety page, and Florida Bicycle law which offers answers to many questions about the legalities of bicycle transportation and safety concerns.

Tampa drunk driving accidents cause more injury, death, and economic loss than any other crime or civic issue

Motor vehicle accidents are a common occurrence in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and across Hillsborough County. Many crashes are completely avoidable, caused by drunk drivers, drugged drivers, or distracted drivers accidents. The risk of these collisions are a major safety and economic issue for the Tampa community.

The size and speed of trains brings death and destruction to anyone and anything in their path. The main forms of train accidents are train derailments, train and pedestrian accidents, and train and car accidents.

To learn about train accidents in Tampa or St. Petersburg, go to the Federal Railroad Administration site.