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Car crashes can happen anytime and anywhere, so drivers need to always remain focused on the task at hand. That is also why drivers and passengers are encouraged to buckle up every time they get inside a vehicle. But statistics show that crashes are more common in certain locations than others, as our Fort Myers car accident lawyer discusses below.

7 of the Most Common Locations for Car Crashes in Florida

It only takes one mistake, one momentary lapse in concentration or one vehicle defect to cause a life-altering or life-threatening car accident. While high-traffic areas are among the locations with the highest crash rates, some rural areas also have high crash rates. Here are seven of the most common places for car crashes in Florida:

1. Intersections

A significant percentage of all car crashes occur at intersections. There are a variety of reasons why. Distracted driving (i.e., drivers not noticing their light has turned red), aggressive driving (i.e., drivers running red lights) and inattentive driving (i.e., turning in front of oncoming traffic without looking) are all common factors—and these are just a few of numerous examples. Any time two or more vehicles approach an intersection at the same time, there is a risk that one of the drivers will make a mistake that results in a collision.

2. Highways

Highways such as I-75 and US 41 in Fort Myers are common locations for crashes. While highway accidents most often occur during periods of heavy congestion (i.e., the morning and evening rush hours), reckless and aggressive drivers frequently cause collisions during times with relatively light traffic as well.

3. Parking Lots and Garages

Parking lot and parking garage accidents are also common. While these accidents typically occur at relatively low speeds, they can still cause significant property damage and injuries. These accidents most frequently occur when drivers speed through parking lots and garages, cut corners too sharply, or reverse out of their parking spots without looking.

4. Rural Areas

As mentioned above, many rural areas in Florida have high crash rates despite seeing relatively minimal traffic. Why is this the case? Speed is a significant factor, as are distracted driving, drowsy driving, and driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. Unexpected road hazards (i.e., potholes, debris, and wild animals) are common factors in car crashes occurring in rural areas as well. This includes both single-vehicle crashes and crashes involving multiple vehicles.

5. Undivided Two-Lane Roads

Undivided two-lane roads can be extremely dangerous. These roads are frequently the site of head-on collisions that occur when either:

• A driver attempts to pass in the oncoming traffic lane without enough room to do so; or,
• A driver drifts across the center line due to being distracted, drowsy or impaired.

For obvious reasons, head-on collisions often result in severe traumatic injuries for everyone involved. These injuries can lead to substantial economic and non-economic costs, and victims must hire an experienced Fort Myers car accident lawyer to represent them.

6. Construction Zones

Construction zones are a constant presence in and around Fort Myers. While these construction zones should be clearly marked, and while road contractors should ensure that debris and other hazards do not enter the roadway, dangerous construction zones present a daily risk for many local drivers. When a dangerous construction zone is the location of a crash, determining liability requires a thorough investigation of the circumstances involved.

7. Roads Around Entertainment Venues, Schools, and Tourist Destinations

Finally, the roads around entertainment venues, schools, and tourist destinations are often “hot spots” for car crashes. From being in a rush to being distracted by navigation screens or their surroundings, drivers in these locations frequently make mistakes that put others in harm’s way.

Regardless of where a car crash happens, determining the cause of the accident is one of the first steps toward pursuing a claim for financial recovery. If you have been injured in a car crash anywhere in Florida, you should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.

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Randall L. Spivey is a Fort Myers car accident lawyer who has helped individuals and families recover just compensation for crashes occurring in all types of locations. To discuss your legal rights with Mr. Spivey in confidence, call Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. at 239-337-7483 or 888-477-4839 or request a free consultation online now.