A truck accident can lead to serious injuries, high medical bills, lost wages, and worries about your future. When a commercial truck is involved, the claims process can get complicated because multiple parties, like the driver and their employer, might share blame for the accident.
You may face pressure from insurance companies to settle your claim quickly, possibly before you fully understand your injuries. Our Wellington truck accident lawyers can investigate what happened during the incident and fight for the compensation you deserve
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What Happens After a Truck Accident in Florida?
For people injured in truck crashes, Florida’s No-Fault automobile insurance system may provide an initial source of benefits through Personal Injury Protection (PIP). PIP generally covers a portion of eligible medical expenses and lost income.
However, PIP does not necessarily compensate you for the full impact of a serious truck collision. When an injury satisfies Florida’s statutory requirements for pursuing a negligence claim, you may be able to seek additional damages from parties who contributed to the crash.
Our Wellington truck accident attorneys will review your accident and help you understand the best path forward. If your injuries meet the criteria outlined in Florida state law, we can help you pursue a lawsuit against the trucking company and other responsible parties.
For a free legal consultation with a truck accident lawyer serving Wellington, call 561-222-2222
Who Is Liable When You Are Hurt in a Truck Crash?
People typically believe the driver is responsible for a truck crash, and that is often true. However, evidence can reveal the full scope of who’s liable in a trucking accident. Our team will investigate your accident to understand how it happened.
- Electronic logging data can help determine whether the driver complied with applicable hours-of-service requirements and whether driver fatigue contributed to the collision.
- Driver qualification records can provide insight into whether the driver was properly qualified for the job.
- Employment records can provide additional evidence concerning the trucking company’s hiring or supervision practices.
- Maintenance records can help determine whether the truck was properly maintained.
- Inspection documentation may reveal whether a mechanical problem contributed to the accident.
- Cargo records can help establish how the truck was loaded. Evidence concerning the load may also show whether the freight was properly secured during transportation.
- Video footage such as dash-camera recordings may capture the moments immediately before impact.
- A vehicle inspection can help identify mechanical problems that may have contributed to the collision.
- Electronic control-module data can provide information about how the truck was operating before the crash.
- Witness statements can provide firsthand accounts of the collision.
- Police reports may contain additional information about the circumstances of the crash.
The purpose of this investigation is to determine how the collision occurred and identify every party whose conduct may have contributed to it. In some cases, the truck or the driver may have violated Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
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How Much Is a Truck Accident Case Worth?
The financial consequences of a truck collision can continue long after the initial emergency treatment. Depending on the circumstances, our Wellington truck accident lawyers may seek compensation for a variety of damages.
- Compensation may be available for medical expenses related to injuries sustained in the truck accident.
- The cost of future medical treatment may also be recoverable when ongoing care is necessary because of the injuries.
- Necessary rehabilitation and therapy can create significant expenses, which may be included in a claim for damages.
- Lost wages may be recoverable when injuries prevent you from working after the collision.
- An injury that affects your ability to earn income in the future may support a claim for reduced earning capacity.
- In some cases, we can recover non-economic damages such as pain and suffering.
We work based on contingency fee arrangements. Our fee is based on a percentage of the compensation we recover for you through a settlement or judgment. If there is no recovery, you generally do not owe us an attorney fee. You never get a bill, and most cases take under a year.
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Consult with Our Wellington Truck Accident Attorneys
A truck accident in Florida can lead to many challenges. You might have physical pain and worry about medical bills. You may also lose income if you miss work, and dealing with insurance companies can be complicated. You don’t have to face these challenges alone.
We can take on that legal burden while you concentrate on getting better. Our Wellington truck accident attorneys can investigate your claim, communicate with the parties involved, and work to pursue the compensation you need to make a difference in your life.
GOLDLAW has recovered more than $1 billion in jury awards and settlements for injured citizens in South Florida. We hold accountable those who hurt others. Call now for your free consultation and tell us about your truck crash.
