Crashes with big commercial trucks and semi-trailers are some of the most serious wrecks on Florida's roads. These trucks are so large and heavy that a crash with a normal car often leaves people with life-changing or fatal injuries. The truck accident lawyers at Templer & Hirsch have the experience and resources to take on large trucking companies and their insurance carriers. In our experience, these cases are won in the first days after the crash, while the truck's logs, dashcam footage, and maintenance records still exist and before the company's own investigators have a chance to shape the story.
Why Truck Accidents Are Different
Truck accident cases are far more complex than a regular car accident case. More than one party may be at fault: the driver, the trucking company, the crew that loaded the cargo, the truck maker, or the company that serviced the truck. Federal trucking rules also come into play, so we look at hours-of-service logs, maintenance records, and driver qualification files. Evidence can vanish fast, which makes a quick investigation critical.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
The most common causes of truck crashes in Florida include tired drivers who push past their legal hours, distracted driving, cargo that was loaded or secured the wrong way, equipment failures such as bad brakes or blown tires, driving under the influence, speeding and aggressive driving, and poor driver training.
Damages in Truck Accident Cases
Because truck accident injuries are often severe, the losses can be large. You may be owed money for major medical care such as surgery, hospital stays, and rehab, along with long-term disability, lost wages, lost future earnings, pain and suffering, property damage, and wrongful death losses for surviving family members.
Acting Immediately Is Critical
Trucking companies and their insurers move fast after a crash to protect themselves. They send investigators to the scene, lock down the evidence that helps their side, and start building their defense right away. You need a strong attorney working for you just as quickly. Call Templer & Hirsch as soon as you can after a truck accident for a free consultation.
Why Choose Templer & Hirsch?
- We investigate FMCSA violations, driver logs, and maintenance records
- Identify all liable parties: driver, trucking company, cargo loader
- Act immediately to preserve critical evidence
- Aggressive representation against large trucking insurers
- 35+ years of experience: ready to go to trial
If you or a loved one has been injured, the most important step you can take is to speak with an experienced attorney as soon as possible. Call Templer & Hirsch today for a free, confidential consultation. We are ready to help.