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CBS new 12 reported on the new driving conditions in West Palm Beach. Worried that the problem is only going to get worse, police say something has to be done about nabbing red-light runners."We think that a lot of people are running red lights. We don't have the personnel especially in today's budget situation to monitor them all the time," said Assistant West Palm Beach Police Chief Dennis Crispo.

City commissioners are considering a contract with an outside firm that would install and maintain the cameras and send tickets to violators. The fine would be $125.
West Palm Beach Police have identified ten intersections with the highest number of accidents.
Those intersections, such as 45th and Congress, will get cameras to videotape drivers who race through when the light changes to red. Drivers will get a ticket in the mail, and will have to pay a fine. They can even go to a website and see video of their car running a red light, if they don't recall the incident or want to make sure the city really does have them on camera.
Motorists we talked with say they don't have a problem with the plan to install red-light runner cameras.

"In south Florida, they gun it and run it instead of trying to stop, Absolutely. I think it's a great idea," said Mike Lewis, motorist. "I do think that running red lights is very dangerous. So I think probably the city has a right to do that if it is a real safety problem for the citizens," said Anne Pepper, another motorist. Crispo says the cameras would be installed in about three months.

Auto accidents are the most common basis for personal injury claims brought in the United States. When a person is careless in the operation of their vehicle, they are liable to all individuals who are injured as a result. In determining whether or not a driver was negligent, several factors are considered:

• The driver’s speed
• The weather conditions at the time of the accident
• Any failure to obey traffic signals or signs
• Any failure to follow proper procedures in operating the vehicle
• Whether or not the driver was under the influence of any alcohol or drugs

The law provides a limited time period for you to bring an automobile accident claim. If you are in Florida, and have been injured in an auto accident, or if you have a loved one injured, contact Ellis, Ged & Bodden P.A. today. We will work diligently to protect your legal rights and to maximize your recovery. The initial consultation is free of charge, so call or email us today.