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Lauderhill Police Officer Airlifted After Struck on Foot by Hit-and-Run Driver in Broward County

A Lauderhill police officer was taken to the hospital Thursday, September 24, after being struck by another vehicle in a hit-and-run accident in Broward County, according to the CBS 4 news website.  Officer Elijah Rodgers was not in his police cruiser at the time of the accident, but on foot; he was talking to a driver he had pulled over when the driver fled the scene, dragging the officer for a short time and running over him.  Following the Broward County car-pedestrian accident, the officer was airlifted to Broward General Medical Center where he was reportedly in stable condition.  Lauderhill policemen detained and are interviewing the possible hit-and-run driver, who faces charges pending investigation.

Since the crash occurred while the officer was on duty, he may have a case for a workers' compensation claim, which he may choose to pursue rather than a personal injury car accident claim.  If you have been injured on the job or in a car accident and have questions for an experienced metro Ft. Lauderdale auto accident and workers' compensation lawyer, contact David Benenfeld for free answers to questions concerning your unique situation.