Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog
GAINESVILLE, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol said a pedestrian died after being hit by a truck on Interstate 75 Saturday morning, according to the Main Street Daily News.
An investigation indicated that the 18-year-old victim was walking on I-75 during the night and was then hit by a southbound tractor-trailer near mile marker 380 shortly before 8:30 a.m. The truck driver, a 58-year-old man from Cocoa, notified state troopers that he had struck something in the southbound lanes near a rest stop but was unsure what he had hit.
The pedestrian, a Gainesville resident, was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders.
If you or someone you care for has been harmed in a pedestrian accident, it is important to have legal guidance. Our Gainesville pedestrian accident lawyers at Whittel & Melton can provide the help you need. We will review the circumstances of your case and work aggressively towards getting you the full and fair financial compensation you deserve. Give us a call at 866-608-5529 or contact us online to arrange a free consultation.