Tractor trailers are a common sight on the roads throughout Lakeland, Florida. These large vehicles play an essential role in our economy, keeping the supply chain moving consistently. But unfortunately, sometimes, these commercial vehicles also end up getting into major accidents.
Collisions with large trucks can lead to injuries, vehicle damage, and other losses. In this situation, you can reach out to a Lakeland personal injury lawyer for help building a legal claim. Discuss your options to secure compensation by contacting the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine.
We Provide Support After Tractor Trailer Truck Accidents in Lakeland
Over 13,000 motor vehicle accidents occurred in Polk County in 2021, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). More than 5,000 of these crashes resulted in over 9,000 injuries.
Many of these accidents involved large commercial vehicles, including tractor trailers. These vehicles generally cause significant damage to smaller passenger vehicles just due to the sheer differences in their size and weight.
Our tractor trailer accident attorneys in Lakeland can help you with:
Rear-End Collisions
Rear-end accidents often take place at stop signs or red lights. It takes tractor trailers a long time to slow down due to their considerable size and weight. If drivers are not paying attention, they often run into the back of other vehicles.
Head-On Collisions
Truck drivers who cross the center line can end up causing head-on collisions in Lakeland. In addition, drivers who fall asleep at the wheel may cross the centerline. We also see these accidents when drivers pass without checking for oncoming traffic.
T-Bone Collisions
T-Bone (or side impact) collisions often occur in intersections. Drivers who run red lights or stop signs may strike the side of your vehicle, causing considerable damage and injuries.
Rollover Accidents
Sometimes, large trucks take a turn too quickly in Lakeland. Due to their higher center of gravity, going around a turn too fast could cause the truck to roll over. These accidents can lead to the truck blocking multiple lanes of traffic.
Proving Negligence Caused Your Accident With a Tractor Trailer
To secure compensation after a tractor trailer accident in Lakeland, a lawyer must establish fault for the collision. Our attorneys determine truck accident causes by working to show that:
- The truck driver owed you a duty of care
- The driver violated this duty
- The driver’s actions caused your accident
- The accident led to financial losses
We work to demonstrate truck driver negligence by speaking with eyewitnesses, collecting a copy of your police report, and working with accident specialists who can determine what happened. In many cases, truck drivers cause accidents when they:
- Swerve between lanes
- Back up without checking their blind spots
- Exceed the speed limit
- Tailgate other drivers
- Carry an oversized or improperly secured load
We focus on the unique aspects of your case and always strive to go above and beyond. You can reach out to us easily to get answers by phone or email. We keep you in the loop as we investigate all factors surrounding your tractor trailer accident.
Other Liability for Tractor Trailer Accidents in Lakeland
Tractor trailer drivers do not always hold responsibility for collisions in the Lakeland area. Therefore, we can also help you with accidents caused by the trucking company.
The company might have liability for the accident if it occurred while a trucker was performing work tasks. These companies can also cause accidents if they do not properly maintain the truck or fail to train the truck drivers properly.
Furthermore, we have experience helping clients injured in accidents caused by defective trucks or truck parts. In these situations, a Lakeland tractor trailer accident lawyer can help you seek compensation from the part or truck manufacturer.
Compensation Injured Victims of Accidents With Tractor Trailers Can Pursue
You have options to secure compensation if you were struck by a tractor trailer. You can work with members of our law firm to get damages to cover your:
- Current and future medical bills
- Time off at work
- Lost earning potential
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Pain, suffering, and mental anguish
You can reach out to us to discuss your options for compensation for your case. We often help our clients settle with insurance companies to get damages to cover all their losses. Settling your claim allows you to avoid court fees and often resolve your claim more quickly.
In addition, we have the experience and training to take your claim to court when appropriate. You can reach out to us to discuss methods to establish that someone else caused your accident and that the accident led directly to your injuries.
We focus on providing our clients with personalized care designed to meet their unique needs. You can learn more by reaching out to us.
Florida Law Limits Your Time to File a Tractor Trailer Accident Lawsuit
Legal professionals recommend that you move quickly after a tractor trailer accident in Lakeland, Florida. Under Florida Statutes § 95.11(3)(a), you only have around four years to file a claim for compensation. After this period, the state’s statute of limitations expires.
We help you get started immediately after an accident. We will provide you with guidance about the best way to move forward with your tractor trailer accident claim and answer any questions you have while handling insurance agents on your behalf.
Contact Our Tractor Trailer Accident Law Firm for Help With Your Claim Today
Allow a Lakeland tractor trailer accident lawyer to take charge of your legal needs right away. The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine stands ready to offer you professional support. Reach out to us today to learn more.
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