Miami Truck Accident Lawyers
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Miami is a major worldwide tourist attraction and business hub. Truck companies are constantly delivering goods to residents, hotels, and businesses. Miami businesses use commercial trucking companies to deliver the goods they make to the rest of Florida and the United States. However, the economic support that trucking brings to Miami also brings serious dangers. The size and mass of trucks makes them a leading cause of accidents that cause catastrophic and fatal injuries.
Tractor-trailers, semis, rigs, box trucks, and other commercial trucks cause numerous accidents on the Airport, Palmetto, Dolphin, and Don Shula Expressways, and other roads in and around Miami. These accidents often change the lives of the victims forever. At Hickey Law Firm, our truck accident lawyers hold drivers and trucking companies accountable when they place profit above safety.
The Best Lawyers in America© recognizes John H. (Jack) Hickey in three areas: Admiralty and Maritime Law, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, and Medical Malpractice –¬ Plaintiffs. Attorney John H. (Jack) Hickey is double board certified by The Florida Bar in Civil Trial and Admiralty and Maritime Law, distinctions held by few attorneys in Florida. He is also board certified in Civil Trial by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA).
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- How deadly are truck accidents in Florida?
- What are common injuries from Miami truck accidents?
- What types of truck accident claims does your firm handle?
- What causes Miami truck accidents?
- Who is responsible for a Miami truck accident?
- When should I file my truck accident claim?
- How much is my Miami truck accident claim worth?
- Do you have a truck accident lawyer near me?
How deadly are truck accidents in Florida?
When trucks collide with other vehicles, the occupants of the smaller vehicles absorb most of the force and impact. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), nationwide in 2019, more than 5,00 people died in large truck accidents, and 119,00 large trucks were involved in accidents that caused injuries. Additionally, 232 buses were involved in fatal crashes that same year.
According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, in 2020 there were 29 fatal crashes involving medium to heavy trucks in Florida where the driver died. Another 111 crashes caused incapacitating injuries to drivers, and another 789 caused injuries to drivers. Light trucks caused four fatal accidents, and 43 accidents that resulted in incapacitating injuries. Passengers suffered more deaths and serious injuries than drivers in truck accidents in 2020.
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What are common injuries from Miami truck accidents?
Many of the cases our Miami personal injury lawyers handle involve victims with catastrophic injuries, permanent injuries, or serious injuries that take a long time to heal. At Hickey Law Firm, we represent victims (local and out-of-state) who suffer any type of injury, including:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Severe burn injuries
- Orthopedic injuries
- Traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Vision and hearing loss
- Internal organ damage
- Back, neck, and shoulder injuries
- Scarring and disfigurement
Our Miami truck accident lawyers also represent families when a loved one dies due to the fault of a negligent driver, trucking company, or parts manufacturer.
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What types of truck accident claims does your firm handle?
At Hickey Law Firm, we have the skill and resources to handle all types of Miami truck accident claims including:
- Jackknifes
- Rollovers
- Wide-turn accidents
- Blind spot accidents
- Underride accidents
- Shifting or spilled cargo accidents
- Head-on crashes
- T-bone accidents
- Rear-end accidents
- Single vehicle accidents
- Multiple vehicle accidents
- Work-zone accidents
At Hickey Law Firm, our Miami truck accident lawyers also handle accidents caused by defective truck parts such as brakes, fuel systems, and electrical systems.
What causes Miami truck accidents?
Our Miami truck accident lawyers are skilled at showing that your truck accident was caused by the negligence of the driver and others. Common types of negligence include:
- Driving while distracted (for example, looking at a GPS system, texting while driving, and eating while driving)
- Driving while intoxicated
- Speeding, tailgating, improper merging, and other traffic violations
- Driving while tired
- Failing to load and secure the cargo safely
- Failing to manage blind-spots
- Driving too fast for weather or traffic conditions
- Failing to comply with federal and Florida laws
Who is responsible for a Miami truck accident?
In most truck accident cases, it’s not just the driver who is responsible. At Hickey Law Firm, we file claims against all responsible parties to ensure those who caused your accident are held responsible – and because many times the trucking companies have more insurance coverage than the drivers.
The defendants in Miami truck accident cases include:
- The truck driver
- An employer of the truck driver
- The owners of the truck
- The trucking companies involved in the shipment
- Maintenance and repair crews
- Manufacturers of defective truck parts
- Truck leasing companies
The Florida Department of Transportation and sellers of alcohol to visibly intoxicated drivers may also be liable.
Our truck accident attorneys understand what precautions drivers, trucking companies, and the trucking industry need to take to ensure truck accidents don’t happen on Miami roads. We also understand the federal and Florida laws that regulate driving trucks. These regulations how long drivers should operate their trucks before resting and proper loading and unloading procedures.
When should I file my truck accident claim?
Truck accident victims and families must file their claims within four years of the accident date. The best course of action is to speak with our highly respected Miami truck accident lawyers now.
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How much is my Miami truck accident claim worth?
Truck accidents change lives. Many victims of Miami truck accidents live with a lifetime of pain; they can no longer do the work they did before the accident, and require very expensive medical care. At Hickey Law Firm, our personal injury lawyers pay attention to all the small details and all your future expenses, which can help to substantially increase the value of your claim.
We prepare detailed demand letters, requesting that the insurance companies pay compensation for all your current and future damages, including:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income and benefits, including a permanent work disability
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
- Loss of function of any body part
- Loss of life’s pleasures
- Property damage
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Damages for every other way the truck accident impacted your life
We file detailed wrongful death claims for damages including funeral bills, lost financial support, and the loss of support and guidance on behalf of families who tragically lose a loved one in a Miami truck accident.
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Do you have a truck accident lawyer near me?
Hickey Law Firm meets with clients and families at our Miami office located at 12150 SW 128th Ct, Suite 225. We meet truck accident victims who cannot come to our office at their homes and other convenient locations.
Speak with Hickey Law Firm in Miami today
When people need a specialist in life-changing injuries, people choose Hickey Law Firm. We are quality over quantity. We don’t have hundreds of lawyers, we have a few. We don’t have thousands of clients, we have a good number. We don’t advertise on TV. We get interviewed on TV ... and in magazines, on RADIO, IN newspapers, and by online media. And we are not for everybody. We are for you, the honest person who was seriously injured.
Assert your rights. Contact our experienced Miami truck accident lawyers today. You pay ABSOLUTELY NOTHING until and unless we recover compensation for you. To schedule a free consultation, call 305.371.8000 or complete our contact form. We represent truck accident victims and their families throughout Florida and across America.
Truck Accident Blog Posts
Blind Spot Accidents Involving Commercial Trucks
Every vehicle has blind spots. A blind spot is the area on the outside of a vehicle where the driver of that vehicle cannot see. Large commercial vehicles, including semi-truck trailers, have larger and more blind spots, generally, than cars. There are generally 4 zones of blind spots, called no zones by commercial trucking companies. …
How Are Miami Truck Accidents Different Than Car Accidents?
Truck accidents are deadly. Commercial trucks cause more catastrophic injuries than accidents involving only cars. And commercial trucks are heavily regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a federal agency. FMCSA issues regulations for drivers, vehicles, and the truck owners and operators. The trucking company is subject to FMCSA regulations if it operates…
News: Police searching for driver who slammed into box truck on U.S. 1
MIAMI, FL – Police are trying to track down the driver involved in a crash in Miami Sunday morning, WSVN reports. The collision took place on U.S. 1 south near Southwest 17th Avenue at about 6 a.m. Police said a box truck delivering frozen foods was rear-ended by a Kia traveling south. The impact caused the…
News: Dump truck and tractor-trailer collide in Hialeah Gardens, injuring driver
HIALEAH GARDENS, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol said a truck driver was injured in a crash with another vehicle in Hialeah Gardens Thursday, reports WPLG. The FHP said a tractor-trailer driver was headed south on West Okeechobee Road at about 3 p.m. and tried to make a left turn onto Northwest 138th Street. The…
News: Motorcyclist struck by hit-and-run driver in Miami Springs
MIAMI SPRINGS, FL – Police say a man on a motorcycle was injured when he was struck by a vehicle in Miami Springs Tuesday night. According to WPLG, the motorcyclist was riding on South Royal Poinciana Boulevard when he was hit near Sheridan Drive at about 9:40 p.m. The man was critically injured and was…
News: Woman struck by vehicle while walking near hotel on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach
MIAMI BEACH, FL – A driver was arrested following a pedestrian accident in Miami Beach on Saturday morning. According to a report by WSVN, the driver of a Kia sedan lost control of the vehicle on Collins Avenue at about 9 a.m. and struck a woman who was walking on the sidewalk near a hotel.…
News: Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash with large truck in Davie
DAVIE, FL – A motorcyclist was sent to the hospital after a collision involving a large truck in the Davie area on Sunday. According to NBC Miami, the crash took place in the 19600 block of Griffin Road, near the I-75 entrance ramp. The cause of the crash is unclear at this time. However, the…
News: Lanes closed on Florida Turnpike due to 18-wheeler accident
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL – A portion of the Florida Turnpike was closed in Miami-Dade County Wednesday morning following a truck accident, WSVN reports. Authorities said an 18-wheeler lost its load and rolled onto its side near the exit for Northwest 106th Street shortly before noon. The incident caused a crash that involved a total of four…
News: 4 injured in crash between pickup truck and landscaping truck in Pembroke Pines
PEMBROKE PINES, FL – Four people were injured Monday in a collision between two vehicles in Pembroke Pines. According to WPLG, police said a landscaping crew was working at Sheridan Street and Dykes Road when their truck was hit from behind by a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. Three members of the crew and the driver…
News: Hit-and-run accident in Pompano Beach kills pedestrian
POMPANO BEACH, FL – The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal hit-and-run incident in Pompano Beach that happened early Sunday morning. According to NBC Miami, sheriff’s deputies and rescue crews responded to the scene in the area of Northwest 22nd Street and North Powerline Road after being notified of the crash at about 2…
News: Overturned mixer truck shuts down I-75 ramps in NW Miami-Dade
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL – An overturned cement mixer truck disrupted traffic in northwest Miami-Dade County on Thursday morning. Total Traffic Miami tweeted an alert to drivers after the incident occurred on Interstate 75 near the Homestead Extension at about 8:15 a.m. No injuries were reported. The ramps from I-75 north to the Florida Turnpike, I-75…
News: Pedestrian struck and killed by FedEx truck in North Miami
NORTH MIAMI, FL – A pedestrian was fatally struck by a FedEx truck in North Miami Thursday morning, police said. WSVN reports the person was hit by the vehicle shortly before noon at Northeast 125th Street and Northeast 4th Avenue. The victim’s identity was not released. The truck driver remained at the scene after the…
News: Collision involving Publix truck, SUV on I-95 injures both drivers
MIAMI, FL – State troopers said a collision involving a Publix truck and an SUV on Interstate 95 Monday injured both drivers. The Miami Herald reports the incident occurred at Ives Dairy Road near the border of Miami-Dade and Broward counties. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a Land Rover SUV collided with the truck as both…
News: Semi-truck rollover crash on Florida’s Turnpike leaves 3 injured
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL – Rescue crews were on the scene of a truck accident in Miami-Dade County Wednesday morning, reports WPLG. A semi-truck going north on Florida’s Turnpike near Northwest 199th Street crashed and flipped over. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue officials said the truck driver managed to escape the vehicle after the wreck. Three people were…
News: Pickup and Amazon truck involved in fatal wreck on Gratigny Parkway
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL – A driver was killed when his vehicle was involved in a wrong-way accident in Miami-Dade County early Friday morning, authorities said. According to WPLG, the incident happened in the westbound lanes of the Gratigny Parkway near the Palmetto Expressway at about 5:20 a.m. The Florida Highway Patrol said the driver of a…