Orlando Truck Accident Attorneys Protecting Your Interests
Truck drivers are being pushed to travel farther and faster than ever before. When truck drivers and motor carriers do not follow laws and safety regulations to protect themselves and the public, they put everyone on Florida roads at risk.
Commercial truck accidents almost always result in considerable damage to smaller vehicles and frequently cause devastating injuries to passenger car occupants. If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic or fatal injury in a truck accident, you have the right to recover compensation.
At Wieland & DeLattre, we provide you with personalized legal advice and focused customer service to help you and your family get back on your feet after a trucking accident. Injury cases involving trucking companies can be complex, but we have tackled numerous complicated and unique trucking cases for more than 80 years of combined experience in and around Orange County.
Experience matters in truck accident cases, and you can depend on our trucking accident attorneys to help you obtain fair compensation.
Common Causes Of Truck Accidents
Commercial truck accidents on Orlando’s busy highways and throughout Florida often differ significantly from typical car crashes. Understanding the causes can help you recognize dangerous situations on the road. Here are the most common causes of truck accidents we encounter:
- Truck driver fatigue and hours-of-service violations
- Distracted driving
- Improper training or inexperience
- Speeding or driving too fast for conditions
- Overloaded or improperly loaded cargo
- Poor vehicle maintenance
- Brake failures
- Tire blowouts
- Driving under the influence
- Aggressive driving behaviors
- Improper driver qualifications
These factors create hazardous situations because commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, making collisions with passenger vehicles potentially catastrophic.
Common Types Of Truck Crash Injuries
When a commercial truck collides with a passenger car, the smaller vehicle’s occupants often suffer severe injuries due to the dramatic size and weight difference. Truck accident victims frequently experience:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Multiple fractures and broken bones
- Internal organ damage
- Severe burns
- Crush injuries and amputations
- Neck and back injuries
- Lacerations and disfigurement
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Wrongful death
These injuries typically require extensive medical treatment and lengthy rehabilitation periods, and often result in permanent disabilities that forever change victims’ lives and livelihoods.
Establishing Fault In Truck Accidents Can Be Complicated
Determining all theories of liability in truck accident cases involves a complex web of federal regulations, industry standards and multiple potentially responsible parties. Unlike regular car accidents, truck crashes require a thorough investigation into numerous factors to establish all theories of liability against the truck driver and the motor carrier responsible.
Several parties may share liability in a truck accident case; including:
- Truck driver
- Trucking company
- Vehicle manufacturer
- Maintenance contractors
- Cargo loading companies
- Parts manufacturers
- Government entities responsible for road conditions
- Other motorists involved in the crash
We conduct comprehensive investigations, including reviewing electronic logging devices, maintenance records, driver qualification files and company policies. This detailed approach allows us to identify all responsible parties and build a strong case for maximum compensation.
Recovering Damages After A Truck Accident
Truck accident victims often face overwhelming medical bills, lost income, and significant pain and suffering. Securing fair compensation becomes complicated because multiple insurance policies may apply, and trucking companies have teams of attorneys protecting their interests.
You may be entitled to various types of compensation, including:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Rehabilitation costs
- Home modification expenses
- In-home care services
- Wrongful death damages for families who lost loved ones
Our comprehensive knowledge of the complex insurance landscape helps us identify all available coverage sources and fight for the full compensation you deserve.
Crucial Steps After A Truck Accident
Your actions immediately following a truck crash can significantly impact your ability to recover fair compensation. Protecting your health and legal rights should be your top priority.
Essential steps to take after a truck crash include:
- Seek immediate medical attention, if you are experiencing pain or discomfort
- Report the accident to law enforcement, if able
- Document the scene with photos and videos if able
- Gather contact information from witnesses, if able
- Note the truck’s company name, Department of Transportation (DOT) number and license plate, if able
- Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance adjusters
- Preserve evidence such as clothing and damaged personal items
- Follow all medical advice and treatment plans
- Keep detailed records of all accident-related expenses
- Contact an experienced truck accident attorney before accepting any settlement offers
Working with a skilled truck accident attorney is crucial when facing powerful trucking companies and their insurers. These corporations have extensive resources and experienced legal teams dedicated to minimizing their liability. An attorney who understands the complexities of truck accident litigation will protect your rights and pursue maximum compensation while you focus on recovery.
At Wieland & DeLattre, our lawyers bring over 80 years of combined experience to truck accident cases. We have handled numerous complex truck accident claims in Orlando and throughout Florida. Our knowledgeable attorneys understand the federal regulations governing the trucking industry and how to investigate these complicated cases.
We take the time to understand how your injuries impact your life and work exhaustively to secure the compensation you need to move forward. While you recover, we handle all aspects of your case, from investigating the crash to negotiating with insurance companies. With our team on your side, you can feel confident knowing we’ll fight for every dollar you deserve. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Contact An Attorney You Can Count On
We have a reputation for protecting our clients’ best interests, no matter what. Contact our Orlando office at 407-841-7699 or send us an email to arrange a free consultation.