Driver Airlifted After Violent Crash Near I-95 in Hobe Sound

A serious multi-vehicle crash near Interstate 95 in Hobe Sound sent one adult to the hospital by helicopter Tuesday morning and required an extensive rescue effort, according to Martin County Fire Rescue.

Fire rescue crews responded shortly before 8 a.m. to a collision near Southeast Bridge Road and I-95, an area that has seen multiple severe crashes in recent days. Authorities confirmed the incident involved a car and an SUV, with the car sustaining catastrophic damage.

Upon arrival, firefighters discovered that the driver of the car was trapped inside the vehicle, prompting an immediate and complex extrication operation. Rescue crews were forced to cut off the vehicle’s roof and use hydraulic tools to displace the dashboard in order to safely free the occupant.

According to Martin County Fire Rescue, the response required approximately a dozen emergency units, including an air medical helicopter for rapid transport due to the severity of the injuries.

Once freed, the adult driver was airlifted to a trauma center in serious condition. A child involved in the crash was treated at the scene for minor injuries. No additional information about the identities of those involved has been released.

The crash happened in the same general area as a recent fatal collision that killed two teenagers in Hobe Sound, raising renewed concerns about traffic safety near the I-95 and Bridge Road corridor. Investigators have not yet released details regarding how the crash occurred or whether speed, driver error, or roadway conditions played a role.

An investigation into the cause of the crash remains ongoing.

Crashes involving multiple vehicles at highway access points frequently lead to serious injuries due to:

• High speeds and limited reaction time
• Sudden lane changes near on-ramps and off-ramps
• Intersection congestion and visibility issues
• Direct side-impact or front-end collisions
• Vehicle intrusion that traps occupants

When extrication is required, injuries are often life-threatening, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, internal organ injuries, and multiple fractures.

Determining Liability After a Serious Crash

In complex crashes like this one, determining fault requires a detailed investigation that may include:

• Vehicle damage analysis
• Crash scene measurements and debris patterns
• Event data recorder (black box) information
• Surveillance or traffic camera footage
• Witness statements
• Roadway design and signage review

Depending on the findings, liability may extend beyond a single driver and could include vehicle owners, employers, or other responsible parties.

Legal Options for Injured Victims and Families

Victims of serious motor vehicle crashes may be entitled to compensation for:

• Emergency and ongoing medical expenses
• Future rehabilitation and long-term care
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Permanent disability or disfigurement

If a crash results in fatal injuries, surviving family members may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim under Florida law.

How Flanagan & Bodenheimer Can Help

At Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm, we represent individuals and families affected by catastrophic crashes throughout South Florida, including Martin County and Hobe Sound.

We intentionally maintain a small caseload, ensuring every client works directly with an attorney. Our team moves quickly to:

• Conduct an independent crash investigation
• Preserve vehicle and roadway evidence
• Obtain surveillance and traffic camera footage
• Work with accident reconstruction experts
• Identify all available insurance coverage

Clients pay no upfront fees. We only recover attorney’s fees if we recover compensation.

If you or a loved one was injured in the crash near I-95 and Bridge Road in Hobe Sound, understanding your legal rights early is critical.

📞 Contact Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm for a free, confidential consultation. We proudly represent accident victims throughout Martin County and across Florida.