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A small fire early Wednesday morning inside VyStar Ballpark was put out quickly and left no structural damage, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said. Firefighters got the call just before 4 a.m. Wednesday and responded to the ballpark. A JFRD spokesman said the fire was completely out within 15 minutes. No injuries were reported. Aggressive Representation: Insurance companies often employ aggressive tactics to minimize payouts in fire accident cases. At Ovadia Law Group, we counter these tactics with our own

Two people are hospitalized after a shooting in Brandon Tuesday night. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in the area of Buckrun Drive near the JC Handley Sports Complex around 8:40 p.m. At this time, the injuries of the two victims are unknown.  Expertise in Shooting Accident Cases: Shooting accidents can be traumatic and life-altering, often resulting in severe injuries, emotional distress, and financial burdens. Navigating the legal aftermath of such incidents requires specialized knowledge and experience. Ovadia

A 78-year-old Clermont man was killed Tuesday night when his SUV crashed head-on with a parked van in Orange County, the Florida Highway Patrol said. The fatal wreck happened around 7:05 p.m. on 18th Street, west of Woods Street, near South Orange Blossom Trail. The FHP said the man was driving a 2012 Ford Escape east on 18th Steet when he failed to observe the van, which was unoccupied and parked. The front of the SUV struck the front of

Photo by: NBC6 Two people have died after a house went up in flames in Miami Gardens early Wednesday, police said. Video shows the inferno that broke out at around 3:35 a.m. at the home near Northwest 19th Avenue and 185th Terrace, along with several first responders in the neighborhood a few blocks from Hard Rock Stadium. “One resident reported waking to a loud explosion, discovering the fire, and calling 911 after failing to locate his aunt and uncle,” Miami

Photo by:  (FDOT)  A crash on I-95 South in Palm City is slowing down traffic on Wednesday morning. Florida 511 reported a crash just before Exit 102, High Meadows Avenue, at 6:52 a.m. In the latest update at 7:02 a.m., officials said the left lane had been blocked. No injuries have been reported at this time. Expertise in Car Accident Cases: Car accidents can be life-changing events, often resulting in serious injuries, emotional trauma, and financial burdens. Navigating the aftermath of

A vehicle crash involving a truck is blocking the left and center lanes of I-75 northbound at State Road 64. Expect delays. Avoid the area if possible. No Upfront Fees: One of the biggest concerns for car accident victims is the cost of legal representation. At Ovadia Law Group, we believe that everyone deserves access to quality legal services, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay any upfront fees. We

Photo by: wsvn Three people were hurt, two of them officers, after a multi-vehicle crash involving a police officer occurred in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale Police and Fire Rescue responded to the area of Northwest Sixth Street and Seventh Avenue, Tuesday afternoon. 7Skyforce hovered over the scene, capturing the unmarked Fort Lauderdale Police cruiser being up-righted after it ended up on its side in the middle of the intersection. Authorities said the dangerous day started when officers attempted to stop

The Florida Highway Patrol said a bicyclist was killed and another was injured after a car hit them in Columbia County on Tuesday afternoon. Officials said at about 1:08 p.m., a car was traveling west on Northwest Lake Jeffery Road and collided with the two bicyclists, a woman, 51, and a man, 72, on the same road traveling in the same direction. FHP said the woman died at the scene and the man was taken to a nearby hospital in

 A multi-vehicle crash blocked a section of Tamiami Trail on Tuesday afternoon in unincorporated Miami-Dade County’s Frog City area. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash was at 3:30 p.m., near mile marker 25, west of Krome Avenue.  Compassionate Client Care: At Ovadia Law Group, we understand that a car accident can be a life-altering event. Our compassionate team is here to provide the support and guidance you need during this difficult time. We take a client-centered approach, prioritizing your well-being

A truck crash in the woods off Interstate-10 in Milton last weekend has prompted residents to speak out on what they say is a constant issue in their neighborhood. Slalom Drive is less than a mile from the interstate. The road leads to a private subdivision, Ski Watch Estates, but big rig drivers often mistaken the turning lane for an exit. Longtime neighbors say the problem has gone on for years and they’re blaming a single sign along the highway

A single-vehicle crash claimed the life of a 63-year-old Atmore woman on Monday. Troopers say the incident occurred at approximately 3:25 p.m. on Booneville Road near Long Hollow Road, about 16 miles north of Atmore in Escambia County. The woman was driving a 2007 Toyota Camry when the vehicle veered off the roadway and collided with a tree, according to ALEA. Deputies confirmed that the woman was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash and was

Courtesy: Hernando County Sheriff’s Office The Brief A car crash that occurred at a Spring Hill Hooters on Tuesday is under investigation.  What we know: The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office traffic unit and Hernando County Fire Rescue went to the Hooters located on Commercial Way on Tuesday after a car crashed into it.  What we don’t know: Few details regarding the crash have been released.  It is unclear why the driver crashed into the Hooters.  Authorities have not identified the driver, nor