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Florida Large Truck Accident Lawyer

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Florida Large Truck Injury Lawyer

Every year there are nearly 500,000 accidents in the U.S. involving tractor trailers, semi trucks, big rigs or 18 wheelers and over 100,000 injuries. Of these accidents, approximately 5000 result in fatalities. In 2001 there were 335 large truck accidents resulting in fatalities in Florida alone.

A large truck is any truck whose vehicle weight is over 10,000 pounds, big semi tractor trailers can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Due to their size crashes involving large trucks are more likely to result in death or serious injury than car crashes. Truck accidents, while causing 7% of motor vehicle accidents, result in 12% of motor vehicle deaths.

Rarely are drivers of tractor trailers or large trucks seriously injured in big rig accidents. Due to the large size difference, it is the car drivers, motorcyclists and pedestrians who perish or are injured. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 15 percent of the fatalities were the truck occupants, while 76 percent were people in cars and other passenger vehicles, and nine percent were pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists.

Often these accidents are due to negligence by the large truck driver or owner. Some common causes of truck accidents are:

  • Speeding
  • Failure to yield
  • Tire tread separation and tire blowouts
  • Inattention by the truck driver
  • Overloaded trucks
  • Drunk driving
  • Driver fatigue
  • Driving with an unsecured load
  • Negligent passing.

In a case involving personal injury or death, the person who initiates the action – the plaintiff – has to demonstrate that either the trucking company or the driver showed evidence of negligence, and that they did not demonstrate or execute what could be considered a reasonable standard of care.

The criteria for such evidence can include:

  • A truck that was incorrectly loaded or a truck that was overloaded to the extent that it was in violation of federal trucking safety rules
  • A truck-driver who drove his or her vehicle in a reckless fashion
  • A truck that, as a result of inaction on the part of either the company or the driver, was not properly maintained in accordance with required safety regulations
  • A truck-driver who has been adversely affected by drugs (prescription, over-the-counter, or illegal); alcohol; and/or tiredness
  • A truck-driver or company that fails to comply with federal trucking regulations in general

What to Do If You or a Loved One Have Been in an Accident with a Large Truck:

  • Get immediate medical attention for any injuries.
  • Don’t make statements where you imply you were at fault for the accident.
  • Contact your insurance company.
  • Discuss the collision with a qualified attorney.

If you or a loved one have been injured or killed in an accident involving a large truck (tractor trailers, semi trucks, big rigs or 18 wheelers), please contact us immediately for a free consultation.

Who We Are

The Mulligan Law Firm provides legal information and resources for injured individuals and their families. A national law firm located in Dallas, Texas, The Mulligan Law Firm has successfully resolved over $600,000,000 in claims for its clients. Formed in 1995, it has been helping people for almost 15 years, with the strength and experience to represent plaintiffs in all 50 states.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in an accident involving a large truck, it is important that you consult with a legal professional immediately. The Mulligan Firm’s experienced lawyers are standing by to help you.

Do Not Wait

You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. We take all cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means you do not pay for our services unless you receive an award or compensation. Do not delay, as your rights and compensation may be lost forever if you wait.

For more information on the Mulligan Law Firm, visit www.mulliganlaw.com.

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