Tampa Truck Accident Lawyers

Large Commercial Trucks

Eighteen-wheelers are common inhabitants of various Florida roads, and truck drivers

 must comply with strict federal trucking regulations to keep others safe. For example, a truck driver may only drive for a specified number of hours at a time before they must take time off to sleep and rejuvenate.

A fully-loaded semi-truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and stretch over 75 feet in length, so any smaller vehicle in a collision with these vehicles can suffer severe damage. When an accident occurs with these large vehicles, the injuries can be catastrophic and even deadly.

Contact a Tampa truck accident lawyer from Boohoff Law to evaluate your rights.

Common Causes of Trucking Accidents

There are many different kinds of accident; here are three more common kinds of truck accidents:

• Underride accidents
• Rollovers
• Jackknife accidents

On the back of every trailer there is a guard bar to keep smaller vehicles from traveling beneath the trailer. An underride accident occurs when this bar fails. The results of this can be very serious as the car will generally travel beneath the trailer and the bottom will scrape the hood all the way back past the driver’s seat. A rollover accident can occur when a driver puts on his brakes and the trailer begins to slide around the side of the cab. If the wheels catch it will trip the trailer and result in a rollover accident. A jackknife accident begins in a very similar way. The diver puts on their brakes and the cab stops while the trailer does not. It will slide around the side of the cab until it is facing the opposite direction, pinning the cab in an unmovable position.

Our process brings results.

Our legal process involves a personal touch backed by big results. We treat clients as individuals – not case numbers – and it helps us recover the compensation each one deserves.

1. Understanding Your Options

From your first call, our team takes the time to listen and learn your unique situation. We’ll walk you through the factors that will increase the value of your claim and help you mitigate risks. Above all, we help you envision a personalized path forward.

2. Connecting With Your Attorney

You will know within one to two days if our team can help. Your truck accident attorney and legal team will guide you through what to expect, ensuring you’re always informed about what’s going on. You will stay in control.

3. Supporting Documentation

Our diligent legal team will work with you to complete all the necessary documentation. This includes insurance policy details, medical records, medical and repair bills, and lost wages.

4. Formulating a Winning Plan

We’ll assess your case—every detail, every angle—as we fight for the outcome you deserve. We roll up our sleeves and bring an unrelenting commitment and proven track record to formulate a winning game plan, keeping you informed along the way.

5. Negotiation and Litigation

We are relentless in pursuing what’s right. We work with toughness and resilience as we negotiate directly with the defense to obtain the compensation you deserve. In cases that demand a court trial, our attorneys are experienced personal injury litigators with the talent to maximize policy volumes and outcomes.

Tampa Truck Accident FAQs

What causes truck accidents in Tampa?

Many factors might contribute to truck crashes, but most accidents happen due to driver error.

This might include:

• Distracted driving
• Impaired driving
• Drowsy driving
• Violating traffic laws
• Violating federal trucking regulations
• Aggressive driving

Driver negligence is not the only possible cause, as some crashes happen due to improper cargo loading, inadequate maintenance or inspections, and the negligent hiring of unqualified drivers, among other reasons. Our team can investigate and gather evidence to determine what caused your truck crash.

Who is liable for my truck accident injuries and losses?

A negligent driver is usually the liable party in an accident claim. However, in truck accident cases, the trucking company regularly shares liability. This means we might file insurance claims against the driver, the trucking company, and any other negligent party.

What can I recover in my truck accident claim?

We need to review your specific circumstances before we can say what your claim is worth.

However, compensation in many truck accident cases covers:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Out-of-pocket costs, such as additional childcare
• Past and future lost income
• Pain and suffering

We will always fight for the maximum compensation you deserve for all your losses.

Injured in a Truck Accident in Tampa?

The results of a truck accident can be extremely severe and the injuries suffered by accident victims can be catastrophic. If you have been injured in a truck accident due to the negligence of another then you may be able to collect money damages for your injuries. It is important that you have skilled legal assistance on your side and our firm will be able to provide this for you. At Boohoff Law, P.A., our Tampa personal injury lawyers offer skilled representation to all of our clients. If you choose to work with us then you can be sure that we will work with you to build a strong case, and we will fight aggressively for your rights in your situation. We make ourselves available 24/7 for our clients. Call today to schedule your free consultation.

Client Testimonial

“Boohoff Law, Definitely stands behind Integrity the staff is extremely professional. Tatiana is not only a fantastic attorney in her expertise however she’s also down-to-earth, truly a people person. I believe in establishing relationships in any type of business that you do, they definitely bring that to the table. Thank you for all your help in my time of need. I would highly recommend this firm to represent you.”

-Elissa M.

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Boohoff Law P.A. Tampa, Florida Location

829 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Tampa, FL 33603
Phone: (813) 536-6221