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Bicycling is becoming more popular in the Toledo region. And with this growing popularity comes a growing number of bicycle accidents and injuries.

Bicycling is becoming more popular in the Cleveland and Akron regions. And with this growing popularity comes a growing number of bicycle accidents and injuries.

Bicycling is becoming more popular in the Columbus region. And with this growing popularity comes a growing number of bicycle accidents and injuries.

Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia – The Greater Richmond Region where the coastal plain and the Piedmont meet

The Greater Richmond Region is located in the central part of Virginia. It straddles the fall line, where the coastal plain and the Piedmont come together on the James River at Richmond and the Appomattox River at Petersburg. The English established each as colonial ports in the 17th century.

Richmond is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia. In 2015, the population was estimated to be 220,289, the fourth-most populous city in Virginia. The city is located at the intersections of Interstate 95 and Interstate 64, and encircled by Interstate 295 and Virginia State Route 288. Major suburbs include Midlothian to the southwest, Glen Allen to the north and west, Short Pump to the west and Mechanicsville to the northeast. Richmond's economy is primarily driven by law, finance, and government, with federal, state, and local governmental agencies, as well as notable legal and banking firms.

Petersburg is located on the Appomattox River and 23 miles south of Richmond. The city's unique industrial past and its location as a transportation hub combines to create wealth for Virginia and the region. The network of area highways include Interstate Highways 85, 95, and 295, and U.S. highways 1, 301, and 460. 

Travel options in and around the Richmond-Petersburg region include:

The Greater Richmond area is served by the Richmond International Airport located in nearby Sandston. Richmond International is now served by nine airlines with over 200 daily flights providing non-stop service to major destination markets and connecting flights to destinations worldwide. Richmond is a major hub for bus company Greyhound Lines. Discount carrier Megabus also provides curbside service from outside of Main Street Station. Local transit and paratransit bus service in Richmond, Henrico, and Chesterfield counties is provided by the Greater Richmond Transit Company.

Petersburg is on the CSX and Norfolk Southern rail lines, which host Amtrak services. A regional bus between Petersburg and downtown Richmond is active. Close by is Chesterfield County Airport, and the Dinwiddie County Airport lies a few miles west of the city. Interstate highway I-95 forks with I-85.

Links to recent accidents in the Richmond and Petersburg region:

Richmond and Petersburg car accidents;

Richmond and Petersburg pedestrian accidents;

Richmond and Petersburg motorcycle accidents;

Richmond and Petersburg aircraft accidents;

Richmond and Petersburg bicycle accidents;

Richmond and Petersburg bus accidents;

Richmond and Petersburg train accidents;

Richmond and Petersburg commercial truck accidents.

If you are looking for information on a specific crash that happened in the region, go to the link above for the accident type you are seeking.

If you know someone who has been injured in a Richmond or Petersburg accident, here are links to the major hospitals in the area:

Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital;

Memorial Regional Medical Center;

St. Francis Medical Center;

Southside Regional Medical Center.

Legal information for accident victims in Richmond and Petersburg

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Richmond or Petersburg, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Richmond or Petersburg injury or fatality accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Virginia 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 caused by negligence, a Virginia wrongful death lawyer will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind.

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Comprehensive Information and Legal Options for Grand Prairie, TX Wrongful Death Victims

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 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 Addison, TX Wrongful Death Victims

In Texas, Dallas County, and Addison, 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.

Gainesville

Gainesville is the largest city in north-central Florida and is home to the University of Florida and Santa Fe College. College students make up a significant portion of the population, and college reated events are important to the community. Because of its inland location, Gainesville experiences wide temperature fluctuation, with temperatures averaging in the low 70s at night and in the 90s during the day. Gaiensville has even been known to experience sustained freezes every few years. Gatorade was invented in Gainesville in the 1960s as a drink for the UF sports team, though their headquarters has since been moved to Chicago.

Major Roadways

  • Interstate 75 is a north-south highway that travels from the Ontario border to southern Florida. I-75 serves as a primary route through all of Florida, running 471 miles and connecting Ocala, Gainesville, and Fort Myers. 
  • State Road 24 passes through Gainesville, connecting it to the southwestern coast.
  • State Road 26 is an east-west route that runs through north central Florida.

Other Transportation

  • The Amtrak Silver Service route provides passenger rail all along the eastern coast of the United States, from New York to Tampa and stopping in Gainesville along the way.
  • The Gainesville Regional Transit System provides over 37 bus routes in Gainesville and its surrounding areas.
  • In the northern end of the city is the Gainesville Regional Airport, which provides daily flights to Miami, Atlanta, Orlando, and Charlotte.

Gainesville Accidents by Type

Nearby Hospitals

Other Safety Resources and Grief Support

Where to find legal assistance after a Gainesville accident 

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville accident lawyer can do to help.  
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At one point or another, everyone is a pedestrian. As the expense of driving and insuring a vehicle rise, more and more people choose to walk to their destinations. As the number of pedestrians increases, so do the number of pedestrian accidents. To see where the La Crosse and Eau Claire regions rank in terms of pedestrian collisions nationally, please go to this National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report.

At one point or another, everyone is a pedestrian. As the expense of driving and insuring a vehicle rise, more and more people choose to walk to their destinations. As the number of pedestrians increases, so do the number of pedestrian accidents. To see where the Denver region ranks in terms of pedestrian collisions nationally, please go to this National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report.