Miami Truck Accident Lawyer

Common Causes Of Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can occur for various reasons, including improper loading or unloading, speeding, distracted driving, braking errors, and more. Our attorneys have experience investigating all types of truck accidents to identify liable parties and pursue compensation.

• Improper loading or unloading of the vehicle
• Rollovers due to excessive speed or sharp turns
• Failure to obey traffic signals, such as stop signs and red lights
• Tailgating or following too closely can result in rear-end collisions
• Jackknifing due to sudden braking or turning
• Excessive speed, including driving too fast for the weather conditions
• Distracted driving, such as texting, using a GPS, or reaching for something within the truck
• Braking errors, including brake failures, can lead to accidents
• Violations of FMCSA regulations by truck drivers, which are designed to promote safety in the trucking industry
• Failure to yield to smaller vehicles or pedestrians
• Unsafe backing up or going in reverse, which can result in collisions
• Failure to stop at a red light or stop sign
• Fatigued driving, which can impair a driver's judgment and reaction time
• Eating while driving can distract the truck driver and impair their ability to control the vehicle
• Failing to properly maintain the vehicle, can lead to mechanical errors and accidents.

Truck Accident Case Types We Help With

Motor vehicle accidents can happen in a variety of ways, and each case is unique. At Hentschel x Lanza law firm, our experienced truck accident attorneys are here to help you with any type of truck accident case. Here are just a few examples of the types of cases we handle:

• Head-On Collision: These accidents can result in serious injuries, and our attorneys can help you pursue compensation for all damages.
• Crashes Involving Alcohol Use: Drunk driving is a serious offense, and our attorneys can help you hold the responsible parties accountable.
• Accidents that Occur at Intersections: Intersection accidents can be complex, but our attorneys have experience investigating these cases to identify liable parties and pursue compensation.
• Collisions Caused by Rear-end Impacts: Our attorneys can help you pursue compensation for injuries and damages resulting from rear-end collisions.
• Rollover Accidents: These accidents can be devastating, but our attorneys have experience pursuing compensation for all damages.
• Jackknife Accidents: Our truck accident lawyers can help you investigate the cause of jackknife accidents and pursue compensation for all damages.
• Accidents Caused by Drowsy riving: Fatigued driving can be a serious hazard on the road, and our attorneys can help you hold the responsible parties accountable.
• Underride Accidents: Our attorneys can investigate the cause of underride accidents and pursue compensation for all damages.

Trucking Accident Lawsuit Compensations

If you've been injured in a truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation for economic and non-economic damages.

Economic Damages

Economic damages can include compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation, nursing care, lost wages, and property damage. Our attorneys can help you pursue compensation for all related expenses, including future costs related to your injuries.

• Medical Expenses: This can include hospital bills, doctor visits, surgeries, medications, and other medical costs related to your injuries.
• Rehabilitation: This can include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other treatments to help you recover from your injuries.
• Nursing Care: This can include in-home care, assisted living facilities, or other types of care necessary for your recovery.
• Lost Wages: This can include compensation for the time you missed from work due to your injuries.
• Property Damage: This can include compensation for any damage to your vehicle or other property as a result of the accident.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages can include compensation for disability, emotional trauma, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. Our attorneys can help you pursue compensation for all related damages.

• Disability: This can include compensation for any long-term or permanent disability resulting from your injuries.
• Emotional Trauma: This can include compensation for any emotional distress resulting from the accident.
• Pain and Suffering: This can include compensation for any physical or emotional pain resulting from the accident.
• Disfigurement: This can include compensation for any visible scarring or disfigurement resulting from the accident.
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life: This can include compensation for any loss of enjoyment or quality of life resulting from the accident.

All Truck Accident Cases Statute Of Limitations In Florida

Florida's updated statute of limitations provides only two years to file a lawsuit after a truck collision, so acting quickly is crucial. Our legal team can help you protect your case by building it proactively and pursuing your best interests.

Possible Truck Accident Injuries

Truck accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, from minor cuts and bruises to more severe and life-changing injuries. For Miami truck accident victims, it's important to seek medical attention right away and consult with an experienced trucking accident attorney. Here are some of the most common injuries we see in trucking accident cases:

• Wrongful Death
• Broken Bones and Fractures
• Spinal Injuries
• Lacerations and Burns
• Lumbar Injuries
• Head Injuries
• Whiplash
• Paralysis
• PTSD
• Hip Injuries
• Facial Injuries

At Hentschel x Lanza, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll a trucking accident can take on you and your family. That's why we're committed to fighting for your rights and pursuing the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us help you through this difficult time.