West Palm Beach, Florida Personal Injury Lawyers

TRUCKING ACCIDENT LAWYER

Truck accidents are, by their very nature, serious and involve many legal issues. In the aftermath of a serious truck accident, hiring a personal injury lawyer may not be your top priority. However, critical evidence may be lost if investigation of the accident is not started immediately.

The insurance company for the truck which caused the accident will be investigating the accident and you should have someone doing the same for you.If you have been injured in a truck accident as a result of the carelessness or negligence of another, you may be entitled to monetary compensation.

There may also be issues that you have not thought of that will enhance the value of the claim. For example, defects in the truck or roadway may have contributed to causing the accident. Or, the driver of the truck may have been careless in the preparation and maintenance of logs that record the number of hours that he has been on the road and he may have violated Federal safety guidelines.

More importantly, there are certain laws that apply to truck accident cases that do not apply to other accidents. You should be fully advised of these laws and how they apply to your case.

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS

You should note that must file your lawsuit for injuries within four years of the date of the accident. Florida law prohibits any suit filed after the four-year period. Lawsuits for wrongful death must be filed within 2 years of the date of the accident that caused the death. There are other time limits that apply to governmental agencies that require you to put the agency on notice of your claim within 3 years of the accident.

If you do not provide the required notice, you are barred from filing a lawsuit. These time limitations are enforced strictly by the courts. If you have been injured or a loved one has died as a result of a truck accident, you should consult with a lawyer immediately to learn your legal rights.

If you have questions or concerns about injuries suffered as the result of a truck accident, contact our offices at (561) 684-6330 or toll free at (800) 443-4529 or CLICK HERE to fill out the contact form and we will call you to discuss your case for free. We offer free initial consultations and work on a contingent fee basis, which means that there is never a fee unless we successfully resolve your case.

For more information about Florida motorcycle laws and how they apply to motorcycle wrecks, please contact our motorcycle accident injury attorney today. Our offices are conveniently located for Orlando, Florida residents. Although motorcycles are subjected to safety testing, sometimes below-standard equipment makes its way out onto the street.

Defective tires, brakes, and other bike parts cause riders to lose control of their bikes, putting them at dangerous risk of accident and even death. Defective helmets fail to protect motorcyclists from head injury, including TBI. If you or a loved one has been injured by defective motorcycle equipment, we can help. Please contact us today.