Palm Coast, FL — January 13, 2025, a man was seriously injured due to a steamroller versus car accident on U.S. Highway 1 early Monday.

According to initial details, the accident happened along the highway in the area of Whiteview Parkway.

Exact circumstances surrounding the accident aren't clear at this time. It appears a man was in a blue car traveling along the highway when the vehicle somehow crashed into a construction steamroller. After that, the car caught fire. An off-duty firefighter helped remove the victim from the car, following which he was flown to a hospital for treatment.

No other injuries were reported. Additional details leading up to the crash are unavailable.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

I have little doubt that the situation following this accident was quite the complex scene for authorities to handle. Anytime that happens, it's important victims and families looking for answers follow up with authorities. The more chaotic an accident scene is, the more chances there are for authorities to lose something in the shuffle. A few key questions can help in this matter.

Did authorities have the time and tools to properly analyze the scene? Work zones present unique hazards, and poor signage, lane shifts, or unclear right-of-way rules can contribute to crashes. Were these factors carefully documented?

Did they check for potential mechanical failures? Brake issues, steering malfunctions, or faulty safety equipment could have played a role. Were both vehicles inspected before critical evidence was lost?

Did they collect all available electronic evidence? Traffic cameras, dashcams, and the vehicles’ Engine Control Modules (ECMs) may contain key data. Were investigators proactive in securing this information?

If auhtorities can provide satisfactory answers? It's likely because they were thorough in their investigations. If not, then there may need to be a follow up from independent investigators to see if anything important slipped through the cracks.