When anyone is killed in an auto accident, it’s a tragedy for the family who lost someone they loved. For whatever reason, the situation seems particularly sad when the person killed in an accident is a small child, as was unfortunately the case with a four-vehicle collision that occurred over the weekend. The crash in question occurred on Friday night at 11 p.m. in Pembroke Pines.
According to the Sun-Sentinel:
“A woman was injured and a young boy died Friday night in a four-car pile-up, police said Saturday.
The child’s name was not released. He died at Memorial Regional Hospital.
The accident, which remains under investigation, occurred near 11 p.m. at University Drive and Pembroke Road.
According to authorities, Jorge Pascual, 36, of Miami Gardens, was driving a 1999 Ford Explorer when he “failed to slow and/or stop” and rear ended a 2002 Kia driven by Gary Finn, 49, of Aventura.
A front-seat passenger in the Kia, Patricia Berrio, 53, of Miami, was also taken to Memorial Regional Hospital, where she was listed in serious condition.”
Two other vehicles were also hit in the crash, and investigators have yet to rule whether alcohol was a factor in the incident. While the finding that alcohol was a factor would certainly affect the situation, the probability remains that the driver of the Ford Explorer was liable for hitting another vehicle from behind.
If you have lost someone you love due to driving negligence, you need the help of a Florida personal injury attorney who can handle the legalities of the situation more than capably while you concentrate on your family. Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.
Mon, Apr 5, 2010
Auto Accidents, Wrongful Death