Most people do not know what to do next after they have been involved in a truck accident. This is understandable given the extreme nature of such cases. Wisely, most victims immediately contact an attorney. It must be understood, however, that it may not be enough to simply call a […]
Category: Trucking Accidents
Insurance coverage is an important aspect of any personal injury case. The process of dealing with insurance adjusters can be complicated. This level of complication can be magnified for a number of reasons in truck accident cases. Understanding Florida’s no-fault insurance system, as well as the role of insurance companies […]
Being hit by a semi-truck can leave a victim seriously injured and unsure as to what they should do next. Understanding how the law applies to your situation can quickly become complicated. This is, in part, due to the fact that the negligence of numerous parties will play a role […]
All auto wrecks can result in severe harm to a victim. This is especially true in cases involving a truck accident. It almost goes without saying that the typical passenger car is no match for an oncoming semi. Understanding the different types of injuries which can result from such an […]
Truck accidents and auto wrecks occur every day in the United States. Unfortunately, Florida has been shown to be more prone to experiencing truck accidents on our highways than other states. If you have been hit by a semi on one of these highways, then you may be entitled to […]
The process of filing a truck accident claim in the state of Florida differs from many other states. This is due to the fact that Florida is one of few “no fault injury” states which requires a victim to first submit a claim against their personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. […]
A victim’s passenger car is no match for an oncoming semi-truck. Accidents involving such trucks can often result in serious injury or even a wrongful death. There are several common causes of such accidents and understanding the liability for each is important to protecting your rights after an accident. We […]
The vast majority of traffic accidents are minor, with smaller amounts of damages and less serious injuries. However, every once in a while, there is an accident that garners national attention because of its size and/or severity. These accidents can involve hundreds of vehicles and cause multiple injuries and, in […]
When seeking financial compensation after a commercial truck accident, you need to be able to establish a legal basis for liability. In most cases, this legal basis is “negligence.” Under Florida law, negligent parties are liable for the consequences of their mistakes, and victims of negligence can recover full compensation […]
Brain injuries are potentially the most severe type of injury you can experience after an accident with a large commercial truck. Serious brain injuries are commonly known as “Traumatic Brain Injuries,” or TBIs. Although neck and back injuries can also be quite painful and serious and may take days or […]
