Truck accidents are a major problem in Florida, which has one of the highest rates of truck accidents in the nation. Anyone who has been involved in an accident with a truck in Florida knows the major toll it can take on many aspects of their life. Minor injuries are...
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Common causes of truck accidents in Florida
Despite advances in safety in recent years, Florida drivers still face the risk of a serious truck accident. An accident with a large truck can cause major injuries for drivers of smaller vehicles. Most drivers get nervous driving around large trucks on the road....
5 truck accident defenses you need to be prepared to counter
In the blink of an eye, an errant semi-truck driver can take you by surprise, causing a catastrophic accident that leaves you with devastating injuries. As a result, you might be left with physical immobility to the point of permanent disability, mental anguish, and...
Why truck brake inspections are so important
Florida will soon recognize Brake Safety Week. This event is sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). It is scheduled to take place between August 20th and 26th. The event's purpose will be one that many experts believe is long overdue. This will...
Truck accidents can present unique dangers
Truck accidents are on the rise in Florida. This is bad news for drivers with more than their share of hazards to look out for. Accidents involving trucks are generally more likely to lead to injuries and fatalities. This is true even regarding catastrophic car...
Truck inspections to address dangers
Commercial truck drivers must prepare themselves for a planned Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance inspection blitz. The CVSA plans such inspections to ensure Florida and American roads remain safe from dangerous semi-trucks. The inspections also extend to Canada and...
Improper cargo loading and truck collisions
Several causes contribute to truck collisions in Florida, including several involving negligence. Intoxicated or tired truck drivers may impact other vehicles, and moving violations might lead to rear-end, head-on or other crashes. However, improper cargo loading...
When truck accident claims get complex in Florida
If you are involved in a truck accident, filing a claim can be daunting. Many factors go into these claims, and they can be very complex. Role of multiple parties Usually, multiple parties are involved in truck accidents, which means that the legal proceedings can be...
What is the timeline of a truck accident claim?
Florida residents are used to sharing their roads with huge commercial trucks. Usually, such travels are uneventful, but there are times when truck accidents occur. If you were injured in such a situation and filed a truck accident claim, this is the timeline you can...
What to know about truck crashes
A collision with a commercial vehicle could result in significant injuries such as whiplash, broken bones or internal bleeding. These injuries may make it difficult or impossible to go back to work, go back to school or otherwise experience an adequate quality of...