Orlando, FL (February 1, 2021) - Police and rescue officials responded to the scene of a car accident in Orlando on Monday, February 1st. The crash happened around 12:30 p.m. on State Road 408 near Rosalind Avenue. 

According to a report from the Orlando Fire Department, a car and a tow truck collided with one another. The driver of the car was extricated and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. There is no update on the driver's condition at this time. Two other people were also injured in the crash but there is no word on the extent of their injuries either. Police have not released any information on the cause of the accident. The roadway was closed until approximately 1:15 p.m. while crews worked at the scene.

The Orlando Police Department is investigating the accident. There is no further information available.

According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there are about 250,000 injury crashes in Florida each year. Many of these accidents end with injuries to innocent victims who are hurt when they come into contact with a negligent driver. A Florida car accident can result in many negative consequences, including high medical costs, pain and suffering, lost wages, and more.

We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes for a complete and speedy recovery to those affected by this car accident in Orlando.

Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.

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