Truck Accidents

Experienced Jacksonville Florida Injury Lawyers

Accidents involving semis, tractor trailers and large trucks

Truck accidents are uniquely different from other types of vehicle accidents, based on three factors:

• Accidents with trucks usually cause serious injury or death - because of impact involving heavy tonnage.
• When trying to recover damages, the injured often come up against skilled law firms representing insurance companies or the trucking industry.
• Immediate investigation and case preparation for plaintiff injury claims are often crucial for a favorable outcome, and may require investigation of multiple parties.

Multiple Party Claims

Multiple party claims often arise in trucking accidents, because multiple individuals or companies that can typically be held liable when a truck collides with a passenger car.  For example, the following parties could be subject to an accident claim:

• The individual or company that owns the truck cab
• A different company that owns the truck trailer
• The driver of the truck
• The trucking company employing the driver
• Manufacturer of defective truck vehicle parts
• Mechanics or maintenance company responsible for truck repair
• County or state - for unsafe road conditions

Trucking Industry Regulation

Trucking is an industry heavily regulated - under both federal and Florida state laws. consequently, truck drivers and companies have the responsibility of complying with laws regarding cargo weight, equipment compliance, driver road test and medical clearance, as well as background checks for employment history, driving record and criminal record.  In addition, drivers must adhere to a limited number of driving hours, and take scheduled breaks.  Trucks must pass inspection at specified intervals.

The complexity involved in truck accident cases makes experienced and competent legal representation vital to obtain the compensation deserved. Our injury lawyers at Fallgatter Farmand & Catlin have in depth knowledge of traffic and trucking industry,  along with solid background experience in the insurance industry.  Since we are familiar with the tactics of insurance companies and large corporations, we are prepared to defend our client’s rights and provide the best representation possible. Contact us online, or call our office at (904) 353-5800 to arrange a free, no obligation consultation, to discuss your injury resulting from a truck accident.