Trash truck hits I-95 overpass in Jacksonville, injuring woman
JACKSONVILLE, FL – A woman driving a car on the I-95 overpass sustained minor wounds when she was hit with debris that resulted after a trash truck struck the bridge Tuesday.
The truck’s hydraulic dump bed was raised higher than the allowed clearance for a vehicle, causing it to strike the bridge, News4Jax reported.
After arriving, authorities closed two right lanes on I-95 North and the Airport Road exit ramp to clear the scene.
The Florida Department of Transportation was also summoned to the scene to inspect the bridge’s structural integrity. While they did not clarify if the integrity was compromised, they did say closures would last for quite some time.
As for the truck driver, they were injured, although authorities did not confirm if they would face charges or citations.
Recovering from your injuries after your collision is time-consuming and challenging as it is. So, pursuing a claim can just feel like an added burden. However, it doesn’t have to be when you have The Pendas Law Firm by your side. As you undergo the necessary medical treatment, at-home care, or physical therapy and take each day as it comes, one of our leading Jacksonville car accident lawyers will be gathering essential evidence to prove you were not at fault for the collision and will be ready to show up for you at the negotiation table with the insurance company, where he or she will advocate for your rightful settlement. As you gradually return to normal life, our legal advocate will inform you of every step taken during this process. A case evaluation can lay the foundation for your next steps going forward. Consult with our team for free by calling our office at 844-200-0000 or by filling out this contact form.
