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7/29/2008
Bob Grode, Attorney
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SPILLED DRINK LEADS TO CRASH, INJURIES ON I-4

Keith Klingensmith, 40, of Orlando and James Klingensmith, 13, were heading east on Interstate 4 on Monday when struck by a semi.

Benjamin Williams, 43, was driving a 2006 Freightliner semi when he struck the rear of the Klingensmith’s car. Both of the Klingensmiths were airlifted to Lakeland Regional Medical Center with serious injuries.

This was a very preventable crash, as the only reason it occurred was a spilled drink and lack of attention to the road. Mr. Williams spilled his drink and became distracted. All too often the spill occurs and the person is concerned about cleaning up the spill and becomes distracted.

Lilly, O’Toole & Brown investigate crashes of this type almost daily and too often the person driving just became too distracted to drive safely. When driving any vehicle but especially multi ton semi tractors, constant vigilance is required. All too often failure to keep an eye on the road means someone is going to the emergency room.

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