Considering their massive size and weight, you probably expect that truck accidents are among the most deadly types of motor vehicle crashes, and the statistics support this assumption. According to Crash Facts 2017 published by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there were 347 collisions involving commercial trucks in Sumter County. Three people died and another 88 suffered serious injuries in these incidents, causing significant physical, emotional, and financial losses.
Fortunately, Florida law provides you with rights and our attorneys at the Glover Law Firm can assist with enforcing them. Please contact our office to schedule a free consultation with a member of our team. We can explain more about how a truck accident lawyer in The Villages can help with your claim.
Glover Law Firm has settled thousands of Florida injury cases for millions of dollars.
In general, truck crashes typically occur because of driver carelessness. In the practice of law, the term is negligence. To recover compensation, you must prove that the truck operator failed to drive safely, directly causing the accident in which you were injured. Some common factors behind truck accidents include:
Like other motor vehicle accident matters, you typically initiate a truck accident case by filing a claim with the driver’s insurance company. The claims process may seem straightforward, but you’re likely to encounter pushback in dealing with the insurer. These companies look out for their own best interests, not yours. The response to your claim may be a lower counteroffer or an outright denial. In such a situation, you may need to file a lawsuit in court to recover monetary damages.
For example, in 2018, Glover Law Firm secured a $145,000 settlement for a client involved in a motor vehicle accident with a commercial van in The Villages. The victim sustained back and knee injuries, and the settlement helped cover medical expenses and address the long-term impact of the injuries. This case illustrates the importance of having an experienced attorney to handle negotiations with insurers and pursue the compensation you deserve.
Retaining an experienced attorney to represent you is essential, from the initial filing of a claim to final resolution of your case. A lawyer knows strategies to counter insurance company tactics, so you can obtain the compensation you deserve for your injuries in a truck accident. If the insurer won’t settle for a reasonable amount, your attorney will take the matter to court.
As if dealing with an insurance company isn’t difficult enough, there are other complicated issues that arise in a truck accident, such as:
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“My husband and I are snowbirds in The Villages. We were rear ended on Hwy 27 in 2018. Glover Law firm represented us in our personal injury case. Gordon was thorough in explaining the process and answering any questions. He and his staff were always professional and prompt with all communication. I would highly recommend Glover Law firm if you find yourself in a similar unfortunate situation.”
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If you or a loved one was injured in a truck collision, please contact the Glover Law Firm to set up a no-cost case evaluation at our offices in The Villages. We can provide more information on your rights and legal remedies after reviewing the details of your case.
Not in The Villages? Get in touch with our experienced truck accident lawyers in Ocala and Marion County, or truck accident lawyers in Lake County.