At 11:30 a.m. Monday, a three-car collision occurred in the southbound lanes of Interstate 275 at Sligh Avenue, just moments after another accident had been cleared from the same location.

Earlier that morning, the driver of a garbage truck had lost control of the vehicle, eventually coming to a stop straddling the guardrail and blocking the right lane for almost an hour. Florida state troopers had just finished clearing the accident and reopening the lanes when the driver of one car, failing to notice brake lights ahead, slammed into the back of another vehicle. This vehicle, in turn, rear-ended the vehicle in front of it.

The two drivers who were hit from behind were both taken to the hospital in critical condition.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a negligent driver, contact the Tampa car accident lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. today at 800-235-8978.

As record low temperatures and snow build up in the south, it is important to be prepared for driving in adverse winter weather. As you prepare for a weekend getaway or vacation this month, remember that many areas are still receiving inches of snow and ice that can make driving dangerous.

All drivers should approach potentially icy roads with caution. Drive slowly, leaving three times as much room between you and other drivers as you normally would. If your car begins to skid, do not pump your brakes as this can cause your vehicle to spin out of control. Instead, steadily apply the brakes while turning your steering wheel so that you tires are pointed in the direction in which your rear wheels are sliding. This will help you to regain control of the car more quickly.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident caused by dangerous road conditions, contact the Tampa car accident attorneys of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. today at 800-235-8978.

A Pasco County pedestrian was struck and killed in an automobile accident over the weekend.

The accident occurred at about 9:30 in the evening, when a 27-year-old man was struck by a car in the southbound lanes of US 19 by a 47-year-old woman.  Emergency responders rushed him to nearby Helen Ellis Hospital, but doctors were unable to save the young man, and he succumbed to his wounds.

If you or someone you love has been injured or worse in a car accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation.  To learn more about how we can help you fight for the money you deserve, contact the Tampa Bay accident attorneys of Beltz & Ruth today by calling 800-235-8978.

An 18-year-old Tampa Bay Rays prospect was involved in a fatal car accident on Friday, when the car he was driving struck a minivan in San Diego.

According to reports, Andrew Bellatti was driving with his 16-year-old girlfriend near his old high school in San Diego.  The pitching prospect was speeding, traveling approximately 80 miles per hour, when he crossed a double-yellow line and into oncoming traffic.  He hit a minivan, killing the 50-year-old driver and injuring his girlfriend and a 17-year-old who was a passenger in the minivan.

If you or someone you love has been injured or worse in an automobile accident, contact the Tampa car accident attorneys of Beltz & Ruth today by calling 800-235-8978.

A Lakeland police officer is dead following a three-vehicle accident that occurred in Polk County on Monday afternoon.

A 54-year-old woman was driving her 1989 Ford station wagon eastbound on State Road 25 when she pulled in front of a man driving southbound in a Pontiac sedan.  The driver of the Pontiac veered to avoid hitting the woman, cutting into northbound traffic and crashing into the front of a 2008 Ford Explorer driven by the off-duty police officer.  The officer was ejected from his vehicle, and died at the scene.  No one else was injured.

If you or someone you love has been injured or worse in a car accident, contact the Tampa car accident attorneys of Beltz & Ruth today by calling 800-235-8978.

Hotel guests at a luxury hotel in Miami have been relocated to another hotel following an outbreak of bacteria in the water.  The bacteria has been responsible for the death of one hotel guest, and at least two others becoming sick. 

The hotel guests were sent to other hotels in hopes of preventing others from coming into contact with Legionnaire's disease.  Individuals can become sick from this bacteria by breathing in mist or vapor that contains the bacteria.  

An investigation into the outbreak of the bacteria is currently occurring. More information should be available at a later time. 

If you or anyone you know has questions about the statute of limitations related to a certain claim, contact the Tampa personal injury lawyers of 800-235-8978.