Brevard County, FL (July 1, 2020) - A 46-year-old man was killed in a crash that occurred on I-95 in Brevard County. The crash happened on Tuesday, June 30th around 4:00 p.m.

According to a report, a tractor-trailer was traveling northbound near mile marker 223 when the tire tread separated, causing the truck driver to lose control of his vehicle. The truck then veered off the roadway and crashed into a treeline before overturning. The truck driver was partially thrown from the truck and died at the crash scene. The driver's identity has not been released at this time.

An investigation into the accident remains ongoing. 

About 3,000 people are killed in Florida car accidents on average each year. This number makes our state among the most dangerous in the nation for motorists. Fatal car accidents occur for a variety of reasons, most often due to the negligence of other drivers. However, some fatal crashes occur due to other factors such as mechanical and tire defects. These crashes can be extremely complicated and result in catastrophic consequences. 

Our thoughts and condolences are with those affected by this fatal accident in Brevard County. 

Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the carnage and heartbreak that can be left behind for our clients and the public at large after a serious 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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