Miami Truck Accidents Attorney
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Being involved in a truck accident can have devastating, even deadly, consequences. When a heavy commercial truck collides with anything smaller, such as a passenger vehicle or a motorcycle, the results can be tragic. Because of their size and weight and the longer distance it takes them to stop, a semi, big rig, tanker, tractor-trailer, 18-wheeler, or other commercial truck can cause serious injuries for those who may be in their way. Need a lawyer for a truck accident case in Coral Gables?
If you are seriously hurt in a truck accident, do not hesitate to contact the firm to file an injury claim or lawsuit by calling (888) 591-0233.
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a truck accident due to negligence in the Coral Gables area, or in Miami or elsewhere in south Florida, it is important that you seek professional legal assistance from Attorney Diamond at the firm as soon as possible. In a confidential interview, you can receive a case evaluation, be advised of your legal rights and options, and get the representation you need to seek legal recourse against the party responsible for your injuries.
What To Do if You Are Hit by an 18-Wheeler
If you are in an accident involving an 18-wheeler, your first priority should be your safety. You should immediately call 911. If you are able, collect the driver and their employer's contact information including their drivers license number, registration, and insurance. Be sure to give the police a statement and try to collect witness statements from anyone who saw the accident happen, and collect their contact information as well. It's recommended that you don't talk about the accident with the truck driver and avoid discussing the accident with their insurance company.
Vigorous Defense for Truck Accident Cases
Truck accidents may be caused by any number of contributing factors, including:
- Driver fatigue
- Illegal driving maneuvers
- Speeding
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Poor truck or equipment maintenance
- Improperly secured truck loads
- Defective equipment
In most truck accidents, occupants of smaller passenger cars or motorcyclists receive the worst of the injuries. Close to 5,000 people are killed in truck accidents every year, with the vast majority of them being the occupants in smaller vehicles. Florida is the third leading state in fatal truck accidents, behind California and Texas.
Being hit by a truck can result in every imaginable type of injury, from whiplash and bruises to multiple fractures, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and other catastrophic injuries. In the aftermath of such a devastating experience, you will want to concentrate on physical recovery. Let the lead attorney at the firm handle the legal details of your accident and injuries. With over a decade of experience, Josh Diamond will fight to secure the financial compensation for damages that you need and deserve.
Searching for a lawyer for a truck accident in Coral Gables? If you are seriously hurt in a truck accident, do not hesitate to contact the firm to file an injury claim or lawsuit by calling (888) 591-0233.