Category: Accident News

Polk County, FL (October 7th, 2026) – A multi-vehicle crash involving a Polk County school bus killed two people and sent dozens to area hospitals recently. The bus was carrying 37 Winter Haven High School students when investigators say a Chevrolet Malibu crossed the center line on Lucerne Park Road and struck the bus. The impact sent the bus into oncoming traffic, where it collided head-on with a Jeep before overturning.

Clearwater, FL (July 22nd, 2026) – When the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) voted to approve a $300,000 settlement for victims of the Clearwater Ferry crash, many injured passengers and families wondered whether that offer represented their only opportunity for compensation. The answer depends on the facts surrounding the crash and whether other parties may share responsibility.

Clearwater, FL (June 15th, 2026) – When a distracted driver crosses the center line and collides with a commercial truck, Florida law allows injured parties and surviving families to pursue the at-fault driver for damages. Liability in these crashes typically falls on the driver whose negligence caused the collision, and distracted driving, including phone use behind the wheel, is a recognized form of negligence under Florida law. 

Wesley Chapel, FL (May 27th, 2026) – An 87-year-old Wesley Chapel man died after a Tesla Model Y reportedly operating in Autopilot mode crashed into an electrical box and submerged in a pond in Pasco County. The crash has renewed questions about driver-assistance technology, vehicle safety systems, and potential wrongful death liability in Florida.

Venice Beach, FL (April 8th, 2026) – A routine search for shark teeth off Venice Beach turned into a life-threatening encounter when a seasoned scuba diver was dragged by a boat for approximately 60 yards after the vessel's propeller became entangled with her dive flag. When a diver or swimmer is struck by a boat, victims may pursue compensation through maritime law claims or personal injury lawsuits depending on where the accident occurred. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a boating accident, contact Light & Wyatt Law Group at 727-499-9900to discuss your legal options.

Bradenton, FL (February 17th, 2026) – A fatal hit-and-run crash in Bradenton has left neighbors demanding safer streets and greater accountability for drivers who flee accident scenes. The incident, which claimed the life of a pedestrian, has reignited concerns about roadway dangers faced by Florida walkers and the legal protections available to victims and their families.