Trucking Accidents Are On The Rise
The State of Florida is one of the fastest-growing states in the nation just behind Texas and California. According to U.S. Census figures, over 1200 people a day move into our state and it's estimated that by the end of 2019, over 20.3 million people will reside here. With this level of growth comes many issues a state like ours must face and with the increasing number of people comes an increasing number of cars and trucks to support them. Unfortunately, as the number of vehicles increase, especially truck traffic, so does the numbers of accidents with injuries that can occur each day. In 2019, Florida is also experiencing a record number of visitors due primarily to the economic recovery that has taken place nationwide. A majority of these visitors arrive by car and in 2018, Florida saw an increase in automobile and truck accidents that resulted in injuries, some with fatalities. We are also fortunate that the trucking industry as a whole is enjoying a resurgence of traffic, hauling goods and products to Florida markets. Because of this increase in large truck traffic, coupled with congested roadways, trucking accidents have become more frequent. The northern part of the State of Florida serves as one of the most important routes trucks take to distribute goods all over the southeast. Because of this, automobile drivers in Jacksonville are more at risk of being involved in a trucking accident. Unfortunately, truck accidents are more frequent than most people realize and representing victims injured in a truck accident is becoming a specialized field for
personal injury attorneys.
Types of Trucking Accidents
Last year alone there were 100’s of truck and semi-truck accidents occurring in our state. Flatbed and Enclosed Box Trailer Trucks are the most commonly used trucks and consequently are the most involved in trucking accidents in Florida. There are more of these types of trucks on our roads today hauling freight than any other type of truck. Florida also has its fair share of logging and dump trucks in service because of the forestry and construction industry and many are involved in serious accidents. The damage that can occur if a negligent truck driver hits a car, motorcycle or other smaller vehicle can be devastating. Truck drivers have special licensing and training and it is their responsibility to keep their vehicles under control at all times. The sheer size and weight of most trucks and the speed at which these trucks travel can cause tremendous damage to life and limb. Most trucking accidents occur because of a faulty truck driver. Long hours, distracted driving, oversized loads, hazardous weather conditions coupled with increased traffic congestion are all factors that can contribute to a trucking accident. Many drivers make poor decisions at critical times resulting in accidents that could have been avoided. Because of the size, weight, and speed of trucks many accidents result in serious injuries and even death. Nationwide statistics reveal that 12% of all fatalities that occur in a vehicular accident are the result of a trucking accident and
98% of the time it is someone in the other vehicle, not the truck driver who dies as a result. Wrongful death cases are on the rise and if a truck driver was at fault for an accident that resulted in the death of someone else rewards can be quite substantial.
Hire an Experienced Truck Accident Attorney
Many attorneys are experienced in handling all types of trucking accidents. Most personal injury lawyers spend their entire career fighting insurance companies on behalf of accident injured victims. The legal team they have on hand understand how insurance companies work, and many attorneys are successful in demanding the maximum recovery for their clients. If you have been in a trucking accident, or know someone who has suffered at the hands of a negligent truck driver, you need the advice and counsel of an
experienced truck accident attorney to help you through the process. Millions of dollars have been recovered for accidents with serious injuries sustained in a trucking accident. There are no fees or cost associated with truck accident cases unless the attorney wins money for your case. If you have been injured in a traffic accident and someone else was to blame, call an experienced truck accident attorney right away.
