Five People Injured in Winter Haven Crash

The car accident that occurred in Winter Haven this afternoon injured five people.  Two of the injured were taken to Lakeland Regional Medical Center while the other three injured were taken to Winter Haven Hospital.  The accident happened at approximately 1:15 p.m. near the intersection of 14th Street NW and Havendale Boulevard during a heavy rain.

Car accidents often occur due to inclement weather conditions such as heavy rain.  While driving under those conditions, the drivers of motor vehicles have a duty to slow down below the speed limit to ensure that they do not lose control of their vehicles due to the weather.  If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, please contact a personal injury lawyer in the greater Central Florida area, including Winter Haven, Lakeland, Bartow, Haines City, Davenport, or Polk County, Florida.  A consultation with a personal injury lawyer is free.