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According to IndexMundi.com, the average commute time to work in Manatee County is 25.7 minutes. That does not take into account all of the additional car trips that residents make to socialize, get groceries, or to recreate. One study reported on by The Car Connection found that Americans spend over eight hours in their cars per week. With this much time spent behind the wheel or as a passenger, it should come as no surprise that car crashes are a frequent cause of injury. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reported 4,901 injuries and 75 deaths on the roads in Manatee County in 2018. Many of these car crashes are caused by human error and as a result, someone can be held liable for the injuries a victim sustains. The Bradenton car accident attorneys at Hale Law help victims and their families and receive the compensation they deserve after tragedy strikes.
Car crashes are common in Bradenton due to heavy traffic and frequent driving.
Major causes include aggressive driving, distracted driving, drunk or drug-impaired driving, and drowsy driving.
Certain intersections in Bradenton are known high-accident areas where evidence and investigation are especially important.
After a crash, prioritise medical care, call the police for a crash report, exchange information, and gather witness details and scene evidence.
A local attorney familiar with Bradenton can help navigate local procedures and improve your chance of recovering compensation.
Injuries can range from soft-tissue harm to catastrophic trauma, making strong medical documentation essential for a successful claim.
One of the key factors in successful representation of car-accident victims in Bradenton is understanding the local traffic hot-spots where collisions are most likely to occur. Here are several high-accident intersections in the Bradenton area where you should exercise extra caution — and where an experienced attorney will know to examine traffic-signal timing records, video or photo evidence, and witness statements:
This intersection has been identified as a frequent site of vehicle collisions and injuries. One legal commentary calls it “the perfect storm” for accidents. For example, a multi-vehicle crash at this intersection injured four people in 2022.
Because U.S. 41 and Cortez Road carry high volumes of traffic, multiple turning lanes, changing signal phases, and sight-line obstructions, collisions often happen when one driver misjudges a left-turn or runs a red light. A crash at this intersection may require detailed investigation into traffic engineering, red-light camera footage (if available), and road-design factors.
While the U.S. 41 / Cortez Road intersection is perhaps the most cited, other corridors in Bradenton also show elevated risk. For example, the intersection of State Road 64 E and 48th Street Court E has been listed among common collision sites.When drafting the case, a skilled attorney will examine police-data trends, crash-report patterns, and site-specific factors (e.g., lighting, signage, geometry) at these locations.
Obtaining the official crash report is a critical early step after a car accident. Below are the procedures specific to the Bradenton Police Department and the state of Florida that apply in Bradenton:
The Bradenton Police Department advises that traffic crash reports may take up to 10 days to become available.
Under Florida Statute 316.066, traffic crash reports are generally exempt from public disclosure except for certain parties involved.
To obtain a crash report from BPD you will typically need to submit a signed request or affidavit, and present photo identification if requested.
Statewide, you can purchase crash reports via the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles(FLHSMV) Crash Portal. The fee is typically $10.00 per report, plus a convenience fee when requested online.
Local contact details: BPD Records Department is located at 100 10th Street W., Bradenton, FL 34205; lobby hours 6:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Records Department hours Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Why this matters: Without the official report, establishing liability, documenting the sequence of events, and preserving evidence becomes more difficult. When your attorney requests or reviews the report promptly, flaws in the opposing party’s version, non-reported damage or delayed reporting can all become leverage in negotiation.
In Bradenton, strong medical-care credentials are critical when dealing with serious car accident injuries and the associated claims for damages. HCA Florida Blake Hospital, located at 2020 59th Street W., Bradenton FL 34209, is a central institution for accident victims.This hospital is a 383-bed tertiary facility, serving as the only Level II Trauma Center and Burn Center in Manatee County.
If your injuries are serious (for example: spinal trauma, head injuries, burns, amputation, or multi-system trauma) being treated at an institution with strong credentials like Blake Hospital adds credibility to your medical documentation.
What to highlight in your case:
The fact that the hospital is a Level II Trauma Center means it is equipped and credentialed to treat severe trauma, which supports the argument for higher damages when warranted.
Your attorney should review your full medical record from Blake Hospital (or other local hospitals) to link the accident directly to your injuries, document hospital stay, procedures, prognosis, rehabilitation needs, and lifelong impacts.
Use local proximity (Bradenton → Blake Hospital) to underscore that you acted promptly (transport to hospital) and that your injuries were treated at a recognized facility rather than a distant or lower-level hospital.
The first step to take after getting in a car collision is to seek medical help for yourself and anyone else you might have been seriously injured. Next, call the police so that they can complete an accident report and take crash scene photos. If your injuries are not so severe that you have immediately been transported to the hospital via ambulance, take the time to exchange information with the other driver such as insurance policy, driver’s license number, and phone number. If there were witnesses, it is also important to gather their contact information and a short description of what they saw in their own words. After calling your insurance company to notify them that you have been involved in a crash, it is time to contact a Bradenton personal injury attorney.
Your choice of legal representation should reflect not just experience in car accidents generally, but local experience in Bradenton and Manatee County. A law firm with deep knowledge of Bradenton traffic patterns, local crash hotspots, the practices of Bradenton Police Department, and ties to area medical facilities such as Blake Hospital can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.
With collisions frequently occurring at complex intersections like U.S. 41 & Cortez Road—and with procedural nuances in obtaining crash reports and managing claims following treatment at tertiary trauma centers—you require an attorney who knows how things work here in Bradenton.
Selecting a local-focused attorney ensures:
Familiarity with the local courts and insurers operating in Bradenton/Manatee County
Ability to quickly navigate records from BPD and other local agencies
Strategy to work with local medical providers (such as Blake Hospital) and refer to local rehabilitation/therapy resources
A local presence for depositions, witness interviews, site-visits (e.g., to the accident intersection) and negotiations
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car collision, it is time to speak with a qualified Bradenton car accident attorney. At Hale Law, our experienced legal team will answer all of your questions and take charge of your personal injury case, so that you can focus on recovery. Contact us at 941-735-4529 to schedule your free consultation.
Seek medical attention, report the crash to law enforcement, collect evidence such as photos and witness information, and contact a car accident attorney as soon as possible.
Florida’s statute of limitations for negligence-based personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the accident.
Damages may include medical bills, lost earnings, vehicle repairs, pain and suffering, and future rehabilitation needs.
Car accident cases are typically handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning no attorney fees are owed unless compensation is recovered.
Even if you are partially at fault, you may still recover compensation under Florida’s comparative negligence rules, with the amount adjusted based on your level of fault.
Yes. These cases can involve additional insurance coverage and unique liability issues, but victims still have the right to pursue compensation.
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