Crashes involving large trucks can cause catastrophic injuries. If you have injuries from a Tampa concrete truck accident, a lawyer from the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine can help. Our Tampa truck accident attorneys understand the devastating consequences a significant injury can have on your life.
Our team can go to work to find the liable party and build a solid case for you–handling the legal matters from start to finish. You deserve compensation for the financial and emotional toll that a concrete truck collision can have. We will fight for you to receive fair compensation.
Recoverable Compensation for Your Losses
Medical bills and other expenses can accumulate after an accident. Those are expenses that you should have to shoulder alone. That’s why we will fight to get you compensation, including the following:
- Current and future medical costs
- Ambulance and transportation costs
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Lost wages, including future wages affected by your injuries
- Emotional anguish
- Pain and suffering
If you suffered the loss of a family member in a concrete truck accident, please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our team can work to get wrongful death compensation for your family, including:
- Funeral expenses
- Burial costs
- Final medical expenses
- Lost wages
You don’t have to face the road ahead on your own. We can handle every aspect of your case, so you can focus on your priorities.
The Benefits of a Tampa Concrete Truck Accident Lawyer
Our legal team offers responsive care, which means you are our top priority. You will have your attorney’s phone number, receive regular case updates, and we will respond to your calls and emails. Your main concern should be to recover from your injuries. We will handle all the details for you and your family.
Some of the other tasks we handle include:
- Investigating your accident
- Interviewing witnesses
- Gathering evidence
- Determining the responsible parties
- Demonstrating the four elements of negligence
- Tracking your costs and medical progress
- Maintaining communication with all concerned parties
- Negotiating with insurance companies on your behalf
- Representing you in any court proceedings
We can assist in getting your vehicle repaired. Our office has worked in the field and knows the ins and outs. We will guide you throughout your journey.
How Filing Deadlines Might Affect Your Case
Filing deadlines can affect your case. Florida requires personal injury lawsuits to be filed not more than four years from the date of an accident per Florida Statutes § 95.11(3)(a). There may be other factors that can shorten this period, so we recommend that you consult with someone knowledgeable in this area.
Handling The Cost of a Tampa Concrete Truck Accident Attorney
Our Tampa truck accident team employs a risk-free option to cover all your attorney expenses. Our initial case evaluation is free, and we will explain our contingency fee agreement to you. For you, this plan means that we can begin seeking compensation for you without any upfront costs.
Determining the Liable Party Or Parties
Our investigation will include examining all records about the truck driver, vehicle maintenance records, employers, and manufacturers. We might request cell phone records and other recorded information to assist us in determining the liable parties. Some of the primary causes of concrete truck accidents can include:
- Distracted driving
- Inexperienced drivers
- Use of drugs or alcohol
- Fatigue
- Mechanical failures
Any of the above can be responsible for causing an accident. As the cause often points to the liable party, we will use the evidence we gather to connect the dots and pursue the person responsible.
Proving the Elements of Negligence
During our investigation, we will gather evidence about your accident. To prove negligence or recklessness, we must use the evidence to establish that your case meets the four elements of negligence:
- Duty of care
- Breach of duty
- Causation
- Damages
The truck operator had a duty of care to follow specific regulations and operate their vehicle safely. If they don’t, that is a breach of duty. If the breach of duty causes an accident (causation) and injury (damages), the four elements of negligence are present.
Concrete Truck Accidents Can Cause Severe Injuries
In addition to causing more severe injuries (making your case inherently more complex), concrete truck accidents can create a confusing trail in determining liability. There might be several entities sharing the responsibility for your accident.
A Tampa concrete truck accident attorney can sort out the complications for you. Some specific laws and regulations govern truck operation and safety in Florida. Our experience can guide you through the entire process, from your initial claim to a lawsuit if necessary.
In 2020, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reported 2,713 fatalities of passenger vehicle occupants involved in accidents with large trucks. The size and weight of a concrete truck make it an unfair opponent in a collision with a car. Occupants of passenger vehicles suffer 68 percent of all recorded deaths from this type of accident.
Types of Injuries from Concrete Truck Accidents
Truck accidents also account for a wide variety of severe injuries, including:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Whiplash
- Chest injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Soft tissue injuries and bruising
- Broken bones
- Paralysis, partial or complete
- Dismemberment (loss of a limb)
- Cuts, abrasions, and other injuries
In addition to physical injuries, a concrete truck accident can inflict psychological trauma. Our truck accident team will outline your options for compensation, taking into account all of your injuries.
Steps to Take After a Concrete Truck Accident
Following an accident, ensure the safety of all involved parties. Retreat to an area away from the accident scene if it is safe. If you have severe injuries, it is best to await medical personnel.
Always accept medical care at the scene, even if you don’t think you are injured. Some injuries may not be apparent immediately following an accident. Adrenaline is a pain suppressant and may keep you from feeling the effects immediately.
When you discuss the accident with your insurance company, try not to offer any opinions on the cause. Do not claim responsibility. An initial call to inform your insurer of the accident is a courtesy. They can discover the details later. When you have a personal injury lawyer, they will handle all communications with your insurance company and the defendant.
A Tampa Concrete Truck Accident Lawyer Can Help
Partnering with a Tampa concrete truck accident lawyer from the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine will give you peace of mind. Our truck accident team will handle the details, collect the evidence, and present your case. We will work hard to reach the best possible outcome for you. Contact our team to begin your free case evaluation.
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