Red Light Running Responsible For Fatal Car Accident In Bradenton

A recent car accident in Bradenton claimed the life of one driver and left another hospitalized with serious personal injuries. Police claim that red light running was responsible.

Red light running is unfortunately common in our area and jeopardizes the safety of drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Our Bradenton car accident lawyer explains more about the hazards and how to reduce the risks for yourself and your passengers.

Bradenton Woman Killed After Running A Red Light In Manatee County

A 48-year-old Bradenton woman recently lost her life after running a red light in Manatee County. According to an October 21, 2024, Bradenton Herald news report, the accident happened on a Sunday night at the intersection of 30th Avenue East and U.S. 41/South Tamiami Trail.

Police claim the woman was driving a sedan and heading westbound when she approached a red light at U.S. 41. A 27-year-old Holiday man in a pickup truck was traveling north on the interstate and had the green light at the intersection. As he went through, the female driver ran the light and hit the truck’s passenger side. Sadly, she died at the scene, while the other driver was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety warns that red-light-running car accidents happen frequently at intersections and are among the most dangerous types of crashes, claiming the lives of nearly 1,500 people throughout the U.S. each year. While red light running is a fairly straightforward term, it can happen in a variety of ways:

• Purposely running red lights;
• Racing to get through yellow lights;
• Jumping ahead in anticipation of a green light;
• Being distracted or under the influence and running the red light on accident.

Protecting Yourself And Your Passengers Against Red Light Running Car Accidents In Bradenton

Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that red light and stop sign running are responsible for nearly 30,000 crashes throughout the state each year. It is a common hazard all drivers need to be aware of.

To protect yourself and your passengers against red-light running crashes, our Bradenton car accident lawyer recommends the following tips:

• Avoid any type of distraction while driving and keep your eyes posted on the road;
• Use caution when approaching intersections, which are one of the places fatal crashes are most likely to happen;
• When faced with a yellow light, do not increase your speed to get through it or attempt to go as it changes;
• When a light turns green, look around and make sure traffic is stopped before proceeding.

Injured In A Red Light Crash? Contact Our Bradenton Car Accident Lawyer

Red light car accidents in Bradenton can cause devastating harm. At the law office of Steven G. Lavely, we provide the caring, personalized service and professional legal representation you need to hold those at fault accountable and get compensation in a claim. If you or someone you love is hurt, reach out and contact our office. Request a consultation today with our experienced Bradenton car accident lawyer.

Sources:

bradenton.com/news/local/article294294139.html

iihs.org/topics/red-light-running