School buses are a customary aspect of morning traffic in any city, and most people understand how to provide them with the room necessary to operate and to make their frequent stops. However, despite the common knowledge that exists, accidents still occur, and unfortunately, such an occurrence took place this morning in Oakland Park. While few details were provided immediately after the incident, investigators will surely dig into the matter and come to a conclusion as to which party was at fault.
According to the Sun-Sentinel:
“A 16-year-old girl suffered serious injuries after she was hit by a school bus this morning in Oakland Park, authorities said.
The call came in just before 6 a.m. and the accident was at Northwest 21st Avenue and Northwest 39th Street. Fire-Rescue crews who responded found the girl unconscious and with serious injuries to her lower body. She was taken to a Fort Lauderdale hospital.
A Broward County school bus struck the student, but officials were not able to confirm whether anyone was on the bus other than the driver.”
We will continue to track this story as more details become available, but the incident highlights an ongoing problem that exists in every community - when young people and vehicle traffic coexist, it only raises the probability that unfortunate accidents will occur. If you or someone you love has been injured in any sort of traffic accident, you need the help of Fort Lauderdale accident lawyers who have more than 20 years of experience in fighting for the rights of the injured. Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.
Tue, Sep 29, 2009
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