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Author: Ryan O’Connor
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Stuart Motocyclist Leonard David Sclafani Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash in Stuart
According to Florida Highway Patrol, both riders were thrown clear of the motorcycle and into the street by the impact.
Sadly, a third vehicle heading south struck the motorcycle’s driver, 63-year-old Leonard David Sclafani of Stuart, who was later pronounced dead at the scene. His passenger, who has not been identified, was taken to a hospital and listed in critical condition. The drivers of the two other vehicles involved were not injured, and FHP says the cause of the crash is under investigation.
If there was negligence on the part of one of the drivers or the auto manufacturer, Sclafani’s family may have grounds to move forward with a civil Wrongful Death case.
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Riviera Beach Resident Jorge Alejandro Ruiz-Gandara Killed in Motorcycle Accident Near West Palm Beach
The motorcycle rider, 23-year-old Jorge Alejandro Ruiz-Gandara of Riviera Beach, was driving northbound on Military Trail near West Palm Beach. The four-door Toyota, driven by an 82-year-old driver, was also heading northbound in a separate lane. The Sheriff’s Office says the Toyota driver attempted to turn right and go south instead. However, the Toyota traveled eastbound into the northbound lanes and the path of the Suzuki motorcycle. Ruiz-Gandera was wearing a helmet, and was taken to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The Toyota driver was unhurt, and the report says charges are pending.
If there was negligence on the part of the Toyota driver or the auto manufacturer, Ruiz-Gandara’s family may have grounds to move forward with a civil Wrongful Death case.
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One Person Dead After Helicopter Lands on Road, Rotor Strikes Pickup Truck
Florida Highway Patrol says the helicopter was attempting an emergency landing on the highway when it struck a pole. The rotor struck a nearby pickup truck, killing 72-year-old Deodat Persaud Gangsapersaud, a passenger in the vehicle. The driver was his 35-year-old son, Ryan Anthony Persaud, who was uninjured but taken to the hospital as a precaution.
The helicopter pilot and copilot were not injured. Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister says the pilot was highly trained, and the helicopter recently serviced. The NTSB is investigating the crash.
If there was negligence on the part of the semitrailer driver or the auto manufacturer, Persaud’s family may have grounds to move forward with a civil Wrongful Death case. -
Lakeland Resident Shannon Oglesby Dead After Road Race Ends in Tragic Crash
According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO), Rodney Wimberly, 52, of Lakeland had stopped his 1993 Jeep Wrangler at a red light on U.S. 98 when a sports bike pulled up next to it. Both drivers revved their engines, and sped off as soon as the light turned green. The sports bike pulled several car lengths ahead of the Jeep, whose driver lost control near the intersection with Innovation Way. The Jeep hit an electrical pole at a high rate of speed, ejecting both Wimberly and his passenger, 47-year-old Shannon Oglesby. The Jeep then caught fire.
Several witnesses and off-duty PCSO deputy Mark Trexler stopped to render aid and call for emergency services. Oglesby’s leg was severely injured, and Trexler and another bystander attempted to stop the bleeding. When paramedics arrived, Wimberly and Oglesby were taken to Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, where Oglesby later succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead. Wimberly was listed in critical condition with a fractured pelvis, head trauma, and other injuries.
Witnesses say the sports bike’s driver was far enough ahead that they may not have been aware of the crash.
If there was negligence on the part of the Jeep’s driver or the auto manufacturer, Oglesby’s family may have grounds to move forward with a civil Wrongful Death case.
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Stuart Resident Robin New Dead After Tragic Hang Gliding Accident
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]New was an experienced hang glider, according to his friend, Joshua Greenstein.
“It’s a shame, I don’t know all of the details of what happened, but he (New) was very safe and he was very educated (about hang gliding) and had all of the certifications,” Greenstein said.
On Saturday afternoon, Martin County Fire Rescue received a call around 1:30 PM requesting help with a “traumatic incident” near the Jensen Causeway. Florida Wildlife Commission (FWC) officials described the incident as a tragic malfunction: “While launching the hang glider from the vessel, a malfunction occurred and the hang glider nose-dived into the water resulting in a fatality.”
If there was negligence on the part of the hang glider manufacturer, New’s family may have grounds to move forward with a civil Wrongful Death case.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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Palm Tran Bus Runs Over Driver Miguel Treto Following Car Accident in Belle Glade
According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s office, Treto, 26, was traveling westbound on State Road 80 when his car veered off the road, onto a grass medium, and crashed in a drainage culvert. Treto was ejected from the car, which flipped over. Both Treto and the car ended up in the path of oncoming traffic. Sadly, a Palm Tran bus ran over Treto, who was later pronounced dead at the scene. Another car struck Treto’s vehicle. Palm Tran says they are investigating the accident.
If there was negligence on the part of the bus driver or the auto manufacturer, Treto’s family may have grounds to move forward with a civil Wrongful Death case.
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Three-Vehicle Crash Involving Tractor-Trailer Leaves One Person Dead, Several Injured
Florida Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the driver of a van slammed on the brakes. The driver of a pickup truck behind the van didn’t stop in time and crashed into the van, shoving it into the southbound lanes, where it was hit by a tractor-trailer. The pickup truck then continued off the road and hit a light pole. A passenger in the van was sadly pronounced dead at the scene, and three other riders from the van were taken to local hospitals with injuries. Two other people were treated at the scene.
If there was negligence on the part of one of the drivers or an auto manufacturer, the victim’s family may have grounds to move forward with a civil Wrongful Death case.
The Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals and families that have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. Our attorneys have more than 170 years of combined experience investigating and representing those who have suffered tragic loss or severe injuries.
If you know a surviving family member of a person who was killed in an auto crash, please encourage them to give our firm a call immediately. The consultation is completely free, and there is no out-of-pocket cost to the family to hire us.
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Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run After Falling Out of Car on State Road 112
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The collision involving 23-year-old Mariah Michelle Logan, occurred near the Okeechobee exit early Sunday morning. Officials say Logan was hanging out a back window of a Hyundai Accent when she fell out. A car behind her ran her over, stopped briefly, and then drove off. Florida Highway Patrol shut down part of the highway while they investigated, but are still searching for the hit-and-run driver, who they say was a male driving a Range Rover. They are investigating Logan’s death as a homicide, and encourage anyone with information to contact them. If you have any information on this hit-and-run, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS.
If there was negligence on the part of the Range Rover driver or the auto manufacturer, Logan’s family may have grounds to move forward with a civil Wrongful Death case.
The Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals and families that have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. Our attorneys have more than 170 years of combined experience investigating and representing those who have suffered tragic loss or severe injuries.
If you know a surviving family member of a person who was killed in an auto crash, please encourage them to give our firm a call immediately. The consultation is completely free, and there is no out-of-pocket cost to the family to hire us.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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Kristina Z.
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