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South Florida Truck Accident Lawyers

Trucks travel the highways of Florida every day, carrying heavy loads at high speeds. While many trucks are operated safely, trucks are a leading factor in some of the most dangerous collisions. During 2007, trucks accounted for more than 100,000 accidents, 23,000 injuries and 4,808 fatalities, according to a report by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration.

Since 1965, Rosen & Rosen has represented clients who have sustained a serious injury from all types of causes, including truck accidents. Our philosophy is to focus first on serving our clients and allow everything else to follow from there.

You are welcome to read more below about truck accidents, however, if you or a loved one is suffering from a serious injury as the result of a truck accident, contact us today for a FREE CONSULTATOIN by calling (954) 981-1852 or using our online form. We are passionate and deeply committed to seeing justice served for all our clients. During our consultation we will gladly discuss how we can help protect your rights and fight for all the compensation you deserve! Let the lawyers and staff of Rosen & Rosen serve you.

Truck Accident Causes

Some truck accidents are unavoidable. However, most truck accidents involve some sort of negligence on the part of the truck driver, employer, or truck owner. According to a 2007 federal study, factors that lead to a crash for semi trucks and their drivers include:

Driver fatigue
Driver use of prescription and over-the-counter drugs to stay awake
Speeding
Brake problems
Traffic congestion
Driver unfamiliarity with local roads

Truck Accident Claims

Truck-related litigation is uniquely complicated and requires a knowledgeable truck accident attorney’s expertise for several reasons:

A truck accident lawyer is needed to analyze whether the driver complied with all state and federal motor carrier safety regulations. Florida law requires that truck drivers receive basic training and limit their consecutive hours on the road. Unfortunately, due to demand of the industry, many drivers cut corners and employers fail to comply with the rules. An attorney can review truck log books, on-board black boxes, compliance with licensing and certification regulations, and maintenance records for a particular vehicle.
A truck accident attorney can determine whether other individuals or corporations, including the driver’s employer, might be liable for the driver’s negligence (under theories such as respondeat superior or negligent hiring).
Determining a lawsuit’s appropriate jurisdiction can be especially complicated with out-of-state trucking companies.

Contact Our Florida Truck Accident Attorneys Today

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury as the result of a truck accident, you have the right to seek compensation and you deserve experienced help to deal with your medical bills and the insurance companies. Don’t delay. Contact the skilled and experienced Florida truck accident lawyers of Rosen & Rosen today. With over 40 years of service in South Florida, we have successfully represented motorcycle accident victims in all areas of South Florida, including Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Aventura, Hallandale, Ft. Lauderdale, North Miami Beach, Miami, Sunny Isles, Cooper City, Dania Beach, Broward County, Dade County, and Palm Beach County.