Like any other large vehicle or machinery, Pembroke Pines garbage trucks pose safety risks to workers, pedestrians, and other motorists. In some cases, garbage trucks can cause harm and serious injuries. Your involvement in a Pembroke Pines garbage truck accident might make you eligible for compensation. If you or your loved one is hurt or involved in a Pembroke Pines garbage truck accident, you should consult an attorney.
The process can be complex, but a Pembroke Pines garbage truck accident lawyer from the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine can take care of you and your case every step of the way.
Our Pembroke Pines truck accident lawyers will help file your case and give you advice on what steps to take next. We will work hard to ensure that you receive all the money you need to cover medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other expenses related to the accident.
How Can a Pembroke Pines Garbage Truck Accident Lawyer Help?
Garbage truck accidents can occur when drivers hit pedestrians or vehicles while driving through residential areas. If this happens, the truck driver may be held liable for injuries sustained by the other parties. Like other commercial vehicles, garbage truck drivers owe you and other drivers or pedestrians a duty of care while they are on the road.
Drivers should exercise care when driving through neighborhoods. If they act negligently or recklessly, and you are injured as a result, you may be able to pursue compensation.
You might be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical bills (past and future)
- Lost wages (past and future)
- Pain and suffering
- Property damages (your vehicle and anything that was inside it at the time of the accident)
- Other costs associated with the accident (rental cars, purchase of a new car)
- Funeral and burial costs if a loved one passed away
Common Injuries Sustained from a Garbage Truck Accident
Every accident will be different, but you may have serious injuries after your garbage truck accident. Possible injuries from your accident include:
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord and back injuries
- Paralysis
- Whiplash
- Broken bones
- Torn soft muscles
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Disfigurement
Keep in mind where your accident occurs may also factor into your injuries; if you are injured in a neighborhood, your injuries may be minor, but if you are injured on an interstate, your injuries could be deadly. The speed and size of garbage trucks make their braking distance greater than most vehicles, and the shifting weight in the back of the truck could contribute to your accident.
What Are Some Common Causes of a Garbage Truck Accident?
There are several causes of garbage truck accidents, here are just a few:
- Blind spots
- Failure to obey traffic signs and signals
- Negligence
- Poor road conditions
- Improper truck maintenance
- Driver fatigue
- Alcohol or drugs consumption
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
Utilizing the police report, your medical records, and our own investigation, we will be able to determine the reason for your Pembroke Pines garbage truck accident.
Who Is Responsible for My Garbage Truck Accident?
When a garbage truck hits another vehicle or person, it may be difficult to determine what entity owes you compensation. Local governments or truck owners may be responsible for paying your damages, which can further complicate matters. Your lawyer will consider what caused the accident, and which individual or entity may owe you compensation. Your attorney at The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine will investigate the accident to determine who is at fault, which may include:
- The driver
- The garbage truck mechanic
- The garbage truck manufacture
- The city, county, or government agency
Legal Fees Associated with a Garbage Truck Accident Case
At The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine, we operate on a contingency basis when seeking payment. We will not seek any upfront fees or a retainer for our services. We will accept your case, investigate, file a claim and or lawsuit, and work to defend your rights as our client. If we win or settle your case, we will receive payment from your final compensation payout. We know you have a lot to deal with during this difficult time, so you have nothing to lose. Reach out to us today to get started.
How to File a Claim After an Accident Involving a Garbage Truck
After an accident involving a garbage truck, the first step is to call 9-1-1. Your vehicle may be interrupting the flow of traffic, so move it if you can. If you are hurt or it is too dangerous to move your car, make sure you get to safety. The police officer who responds to the scene will ask questions to determine the at-fault party. Be direct and do not accept blame for the accident; our lawyers can review these records and use them to support our case.
If possible, take photos and video of your injuries, damages, accident scene, traffic conditions, and anything else your lawyers can use to help determine liability. You should also write down the license plate number of both vehicles. It would help if you also took notes about where the collision occurred, what you were doing, and how you were feeling after the accident.
It’s also extremely important to seek medical attention as soon as possible; we need a doctor to document your injuries to prove that your injuries were a direct cause of the accident. If you do not see a doctor, the other party may use this as evidence that you are not really hurt, or as hurt as you claim to be.
Contact The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine
You deserve to be heard, and the team at the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine will listen to your side of the story. We will work tirelessly to create a case for seeking compensation for your injuries and damages. We will offer the next best steps and take on the workload while focusing on your recovery and spending time with your loved ones.
Call the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine today for your free consultation.
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