How long does it take to resolve a truck accident case?
The length of time it takes to resolve a truck accident case varies greatly depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to the following: Your physical and emotional recovery – we typically advise to wait until your medical treatment is complete or stabilized until seeking compensation as once you settle your case, […]
What if I was partially at fault for the truck accident?
If you were partially responsible for the truck accident, you may still be able to recover compensation for your injuries in Florida. Under the modified comparative fault rule found in Florida Statutes § 768.81, you can still recover damages as long as you are 50% or less liable for the truck crash. However, your recovery is […]
What evidence is needed in a truck accident case?
There is a significant amount of investigation and evidence to uncover in Florida truck accident cases, much more than is collected in a typical car accident. This evidence includes but is not limited to, police reports, eyewitness statements, photos and videos of the accident scene, electronic logging device (ELD) data, truck maintenance records, dashcam footage […]
How long do I have to file a truck accident lawsuit in Florida?
Similar to car accidents, Florida Statute § 95.11 allows two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit against the parties who may be liable in your truck accident. The same statute of limitations applies in the event of a wrongful death in a Florida truck accident, according to Florida Statute § 95.11(4)(d).
Who can be held liable for a truck accident?
Due to a multitude of factors, including state and federal regulations as well as the overall size and complexity of operating and maintaining tractor trailers, there are multiple individuals or companies that may be solely or share responsibility for causing truck accidents. Possible parties that me held liable for your injuries if involved in an accident […]
How are truck accidents different from car accidents?
Truck accidents differ from car accidents in several ways. First, tractor trailer accidents often cause more severe injuries and property damage due to the size and weight of commercial vehicles, which typically weigh 20-30 times as much as standard passenger vehicles and require 20-40% more distance than cars to stop according to the Insurance Institute for […]
