Category: truck accidents
Commercial vehicle accidents are a major cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in the United States. While TBIs can result from a slip and fall accident, bicycle crash, pedestrian collision, physical assault, or other incidents, vehicular accidents are one of the most common culprits. The CDC reports that about 190 people in the U.S. died…
Do you wonder why commercial vehicle accidents seem to be more prevalent around this time of year? Well, the holidays are coming up fast, and commercial vehicles will be as common as holiday light displays in our local neighborhoods. Delivery trucks and vans will frequent residential streets as they drop off gifts, decor, goodies, and…
Commercial truck accident claims are a hot topic in law, as insurance is a big part of a legal case after a crash. Knowing the similarities between a standard car accident claim and understanding the key differences between the kinds of claims is crucial for victims to understand. In a commercial vehicle crash, specifically those…
We’ve discussed what you should do in the moments immediately following a commercial truck accident, but what should you do in the weeks and months following your crash? A truck accident case can last for months, or even years, and victims should understand what to expect. So, what should you do if you’ve been injured…
Are you a truck accident victim? Were recently injured in a collision with a commercial vehicle? Involvement in accidents is traumatic and confusing, but truck accidents can be horrifying. Experiencing destruction, injuries, or witnessing death is difficult. The scene of an accident is often chaotic, and if you don’t have a plan for the unexpected,…
As a victim, you might be wondering about the long-term effects of truck accidents and what that means for your future. Unfortunately, the number of people impacted by these collisions is steadily rising, with a 2.5% increase from 2021 to 2022. Polk County alone saw 1,948 commercial vehicle crashes in 2022! It should be noted…
Accidents with semi trucks happen for many reasons, but perhaps the most complicated is trucking company negligence. Trucking companies have a responsibility to promote safety and responsible driving. When they don’t, other drivers usually pay the price. Sadly, victims of these accidents experience both physical and mental trauma for weeks, months, or even years after…
When you hear “black box data” do you automatically envision plane crashes or catastrophic accidents? Yes, black box data does play a role in those events, but did you know basic semi-trucks and commercial vehicles also carry black boxes? While no longer called a black box (they’re now labeled as Electronic Logging Devices or ELDs) they…
One of the most dangerous scenarios on the road is when a semi-truck runs a red light. While this mistake might seem innocent enough (after all, who hasn’t missed a light by accident once or twice?) it can have disastrous consequences when involving a large truck or commercial vehicle. Just last week, a woman in Naples died…
We’ve all been tempted to report erratic truck drivers. It’s common to travel on Interstate 4 and see cars racing or be forced to avoid a swerving car on deadly Highway 27. but drivers of large trucks and commercial vehicles are just as guilty of erratic driving, and their accidents come with much BIGGER consequences….
Truck accidents occur frequently on Florida’s roads, and consequently, we face wrongful death liability lawsuits in these commercial vehicle collisions often. In our Lakeland area practice, we’ve seen multiple families of victims suffering after their loved ones died in crashes with large trucks or commercial vans. Just last month, a Lakeland pedestrian died after a…
Are you currently caught in the aftermath of a truck accident? Unfortunately, commercial vehicle accidents are becoming increasingly common on Florida’s roads. In the moments, days, and even years following a truck accident, victims can face a litany of challenges. If you don’t know what to expect, it can leave you confused, worried about your…
Do you know the dangers of secondary truck accidents? While direct collisions with trucks are often severe, secondary collisions also threaten motorists on Florida’s roads. In fact, between 2017 and 2019, it’s estimated that over 1,200 secondary crashes happened in Florida, some of which involved commercial vehicles. Just last month, four people died in a…
We are one of Tampa’s most trusted teams of attorneys, so we know a lot about common semi truck accidents…and how to prevent them. Sadly, we see recurring trends in trucking accidents and the damage they cause victims. In Florida, semi truck collisions are prevalent on all of our major highways. Hundreds of accidents happen…
