Motor vehicle collisions that involve big rigs, tractor-trailers, and other large trucks can lead to very serious injuries. In most instances, it is the driver and passengers of the smaller vehicle who wind up with more serious injuries. Truck accident injuries often include traumatic head injuries, soft tissue contusions, fractures, broken bones, and soft tissue injuries. All of these injuries can result in lengthy – and oftentimes painful – medical treatment, along with high medical bills.
In Florida motor vehicle accidents, victims are first required to look to their own motor vehicle insurance carriers for coverage. Florida drivers are required to carry a minimum of $10,000 in personal injury protection (PIP) benefits. However, if the accident victim’s medical bills and/or lost wages exceed this amount, then the accident victim might be able to file a claim or lawsuit against a third-party, seeking monetary damages and other compensation. Potential third parties often include at-fault truck drivers and the trucking companies that employ them.
If you have been injured in a truck accident that resulted from a truck driver and/or trucking company’s negligence, the experienced Boca Raton truck accident lawyers at Demand the Limits are ready to help. Our legal team will review the circumstances of your truck accident with you and help you pursue the compensation and damages that you need for your injuries.
Please give us a call today to learn more about how we could help you throughout your truck accident personal injury insurance claim or lawsuit.
Potential Truck Driver Liability
In many instances, truck accidents occur because of truck driver error. For example, the negligent truck driver might be speeding, recklessly weaving in and out of traffic, or tailgating another vehicle, which ultimately leads to a serious motor vehicle accident. In cases where a truck accident could be imputed to truck driver negligence, the injured accident victim may be able to file a claim or lawsuit directly against the negligent truck driver.
Potential Trucking Company Liability
In many instances, truck drivers work for trucking companies that require them to log long hours and meet sharp deadlines. Whenever a truck driver commits a negligent act while on the job (and while working within the scope of his or her employment) – and an accident occurs – then the negligent actions or inactions of the truck driver could be imputed to the trucking company. In addition, if the negligent truck driver has a history of prior driving infractions or citations, the trucking company could be liable for negligently supervising, retaining, or hiring the truck driver in the first place. In any of these instances, the truck accident victim might be able to file a claim or lawsuit against the trucking company in addition to, or as an alternative to, filing a claim/lawsuit against the negligent truck driver who caused the accident.
Speak with a Knowledgeable Boca Raton Truck Accident Lawyer about Your Case Today
The knowledgeable legal team at Demand the Limits is ready to assist you with every aspect of your truck accident claim or lawsuit. For a free case evaluation and legal consultation with a knowledgeable Boca Raton truck accident attorney, please call us today at (561) 600-3555 or contact us online for more information about how we can help.
