Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog
LEESBURG, FL – A portion of Florida’s Turnpike in Lake County was shut down during Friday morning’s commute due to a truck accident, WKMG reported.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the driver of a 2012 Freightliner was going south on the Turnpike when the crash occurred at about 5 a.m. at mile marker 287 in Leesburg. The FHP said the steering failed on the vehicle and the semi went off the roadway, where it crashed into a guardrail and overturned.
No injuries were reported. The driver was a 50-year-old man from Grand Ridge, Florida.
The southbound lanes of the Turnpike were closed, and drivers had to exit at U.S. 27.
If you have been injured in a semi-truck accident in which someone else at fault, you may be due financial compensation for any pain and suffering you endured, as well as damages for medical bills and vehicle repairs. An experienced Florida truck accident attorney at Whittel & Melton can provide you with the legal guidance you need to obtain the money you deserve. We’ll review your case and guide you through the process step by step. We can be reached by phone at 866-608-5529 or through our online contact form to schedule a free consultation.