When accidents involve commercial trucks, the results can be devastating. Since many commercial trucks are 20 to 30 times the weight of most vehicles on the road, victims in truck accidents can sustain long-term injuries, some of which prove fatal. When you need help pursuing compensation through a personal injury claim, personal property claim, and/or a wrongful death claim, a top Boca Raton truck accident lawyer at Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath is right there beside you. Ready to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a top Boca Raton personal injury lawyer? Call 561-655-1990 now or send us a message to talk to us about your case today.
How do our Boca Raton truck accident claims work?
Truck accidents are often much more severe than car accidents, and the claims process is handled quite a bit differently. Since truck accidents involve commercial trucks, more parties can and should be held responsible for damages that occurred from the accident. Liable parties can include the truck driver, the trucking company, and the trucking company’s insurance provider.
After you’ve been involved in a truck accident in Boca Raton, a trucking company’s insurance adjuster will attempt to settle the accident with you outside of court, often offering less-than-satisfactory settlements.
You do not have to accept these offers. You may choose to hire a Boca Raton truck accident lawyer to negotiate with the insurance adjuster on your behalf, or you can pursue a legal claim to recover damages through a lawsuit when negotiations don’t meet your needs.
Truck accident claims we help with
Our Florida truck accident lawyers are skilled at taking on large insurance companies and trucking companies who are out to give you the lowest settlement possible. Our firm has a history of success in a broad range of truck accident cases, and we can help you get the best results possible for your case.
One of our skilled truck accident lawyers will use evidence from the scene of the accident, medical records, and knowledge of rules and regulations surrounding Florida commercial trucks to help you prove the negligence and/or wrongful act of the liable parties. Our goal is always to help you recover compensation in full, whether you’ve sustained a serious injury, significant property damage has occurred, or a loved one has died.
Injury accidents
If you’ve sustained severe injuries in your truck accident, you can pursue a personal injury lawsuit and claim damages and losses that occurred as a result of the accident. Common injury claims in truck accident lawsuits include but are not limited to:
- Medical bills and expenses
- Lost wages and future wages
- General damages or noneconomic damages, such as mental anguish, pain, and suffering
Property damage
In many cases, truck accidents total the victim’s vehicle, leaving them without a vehicle and incurring significant expenses to replace it. A victim may pursue a property damage lawsuit to recover all related costs, such as repairs and replacements. Property damage claims can also include damage to personal possessions that were inside the vehicle during the accident.
Catastrophic accidents
If the accident results in a fatality, the victim’s family can and should pursue legal action. Wrongful death cases can be extremely traumatic and highly difficult for the victim’s family members, but our top truck accident lawyers will help recover all of your losses in full to the best extent possible.
How long do I have to file a lawsuit after a truck wreck?
After a truck accident, you may be anxious, traumatized, and confused about what to do next. Whether you’re being contacted by the trucking company’s insurance provider or you’re ready to take action right away, it’s important to do so within the specified period set by Florida’s statute of limitations. Outside of the designated time period, you will not be able to recover compensation through a lawsuit.
For all personal injury claims, you’ll need to file a lawsuit within two years from the date of the accident. For a wrongful death claim, the family will need to file a lawsuit within two years of the death. For personal property claims, a victim will need to file a lawsuit within two years from the date of the accident.
Maximum results for truck wreck victims
When going up against insurance giants and strong defense teams, you’ll need a highly experienced Boca Raton, Florida truck accident lawyer who can get you the best result possible for your case. Our team can help you every step of the way, from on-scene investigations to research, analysis, gathering evidence, and beyond. We will guide you throughout the process and answer any questions that you have along the way.
We will consult you on the best course of action for your individual case and help you figure out what damages you can claim against the liable parties. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay until we win your settlement.
With national recognition and countless successful case results, there is no truck accident lawyer in Boca Raton better than our team members at Lytal, Reiter, Smith, lvey & Fronrath.
Let our Boca Raton truck accident lawyer help
Our team is ready to hear about your truck accident and put you on the road to recovery today. We’re here to answer any questions you have about starting your case.
Call us at 561-867-4117 or send us a message now to schedule your free consultation.
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