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Commercial vehicle accident claims are complicated, long, and can end up being costly. Have you ever wondered if you could just “DIY” your case, instead of hiring a commercial vehicle accident lawyer, to save some cash? These accidents happen regularly around Tampa Bay. Some of the most common scenarios include: Being hit by a delivery…
Did you know that the top 6 causes of commercial vehicle accidents are, in many cases, preventable? It’s sad, but true. If you spend time on Florida’s roads, you are familiar with the fear of driving around semi-trucks. Why are these trucks so scary, and what makes them, and their drivers, so dangerous? What are the…
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…
A truck accident claim is complicated, with layers of information, evidence, and conflicting opinions. If you’ve been in a truck accident and are currently navigating the aftermath, it can feel overwhelming. You know what happened to cause your injuries and suffering, but how can you prove it? Evidence, and using it, is crucial to a positive…
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…
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…
Semi-truck accidents usually happen because of the truck’s attributes, but in last week’s DUI semi-truck accident in Ocala, the driver was the cause. Do you know what it means for your case when a driver is at fault in a semi-truck accident? This is an important topic to cover here in our Struck by A Truck series. Semi-trucks are certainly…
Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents…these are common on Florida’s roads. But what strikes fear into the hearts of local drivers are commercial work truck accidents…and they’re on the rise. Thanks to the ever-increasing population, the widespread construction of homes and businesses, and large amounts of land clearing, commercial trucks are as common on our…
The Camp Lejeune toxic water lawsuit is now widely recognized. Hundreds of veterans, government employees, and their families have come forward after being impacted by health conditions related to this exposure, and they’re fighting for the justice and assistance they deserve. Originally opened in 2022, the two-year window to file is beginning to close. Have…
Two weeks ago, on May 20, another accident made the news on the Courtney Campbell Causeway. A sedan, pickup truck, and motorcycle were all involved in the 3-vehicle crash, leaving four people hospitalized. Unfortunately, accidents like this occur in and around Tampa Bay every day. In multi-vehicle crashes like this one though, the case for…
Is a lawyer required for every legal scenario? Not necessarily. All of us have experienced a fender bender, traffic ticket, or other minor scenario that was settled easily without the help of an attorney. However, some scenarios absolutely require a lawyer’s help. In this blog, we’re covering 3 common scenarios we experience as accident and injury…
When a car accident happens, one (or both) of the drivers is held at-fault in many situations. However, how the law determines liability in truck accidents is more complicated. While the driver will (in most cases) be held at least partly responsible, commercial vehicle accidents involve a corporate aspect due to the owner of the…
Whiplash is a common injury after a car accident, but can it really affect children? Yes. Hospitals treat whiplash injuries in children across The United States each year. Some of these injuries are due to falls, sports, or other harsh contact, but many of them are caused by vehicle collisions. What is whiplash? In its…
We write a lot of about commercial trucks (and truck accidents) here on our blog. Why? The commercial trucking industry plays a huge role in Florida’s economy. Thanks to our ever-increasing population and focus on tourism, we depend on trucks to carry goods and materials across the state line. The drivers who operate these trucks…
