Daniel L. Hightower

Baby or Bathwater Newsletter with McDonald’s Case

admin — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:10:50 +0000

Baby or Bathwater Newsletter with McDonald’s Case

What is the time frame to bring an injury or death case based on a truck accident?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:19:49 +0000

In the state of Florida, a truck accident case must be brought within four years of the date of the accident. If someone died, the wrongful death lawsuit must be brought within two years of the date of the decedent’s death.

For more information, please visit our FAQ

If I am injured, how will I pay for my medical bills? Who is responsible?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:18:13 +0000

The amount of compensation The trucking company more than likely will not pay your medical costs right away. Your own insurance may cover some of your expenses, including some medical bills and funeral costs if a loved one died. We urge you NOT to give a statement to your insurance company or to the trucking company, nor to sign any release forms, before consulting with an experienced truck accident attorney. Your actions could be used against you to limit you are awarded.

For more information, please visit our FAQ.

What damages can I recover in a truck accident injury case?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:16:14 +0000

Plaintiffs may be entitled to compensation for past and future wages lost and medical expenses. You may also be entitled to compensation for the pain and suffering you’ve endured as a result of the truck accident. Punitive damages are possible if the conduct of the person at-fault is proven to be particularly reckless.

For more information, please visit our FAQ.

Are there any additional safety laws related to trucks and truck drivers?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:35:02 +0000

Yes. Specific laws and regulations are in place to protect passenger vehicle drivers and occupants from the actions of negligent truck drivers and trucking companies. State and Federal rules specify, for example, how many hours and days truck drivers can stay on the road before taking a break, the proper loading of cargo and weight the driver is carrying, and speeds for safely traveling and passing other vehicles on the highway.

For more information, please visit the FAQ.

What is the federal government doing about tractor trailers and highway safety?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:33:10 +0000

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration controls specific regulations that trucking companies are required to follow . These complex regulations were put in place to protect accident victims of their own pockets.

For more information, please visit our FAQ.

How are accidents involving commercial trucks different from car accidents?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:31:16 +0000

The size of tractor trailers puts passenger cars at a serious disadvantage. Some tractor trailers can weigh over 80,000 pounds. When something that size collides with an automobile, the injuries to the occupants can be devastating and deadly.
In addition, there are sections of the Vehicle Code applicable to trucking companies and commercial truck drivers, as well as training and licensing requirements specific for truck drivers making their defense in truck accident cases more difficult and, therefore, better for plaintiffs.

For more information, please visit our FAQ.

How important is it for me to consult a Florida motorcycle accident lawyer regarding my motorcycle accident case?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:00:34 +0000

It is very important, particularly if the Florida motorcycle accident you were involved in resulted in your own injuries or in serious injury or death to other drivers and passengers involved. Motorcyclists often get blamed when they are involved in serious motor vehicle accidents — and the opposing side will be looking for evidence to support that claim, whether it’s entirely true or not. An experienced Florida motorcycle accident attorney can investigate your case and compile the necessary legal documentation and evidence that will support you in your injury claims.

For more information, please visit our FAQ.

Why is it so important for me to have my Florida motorcycle accident case investigated?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:51:21 +0000

Motorcyclists may sometimes run up against the bias that because they operate a motorcycle in Florida, they are the ones who cause accidents and they are responsible for their own injuries. The reality is that sometimes the motorcyclist did nothing to cause the accident, and the liability lies with another driver or other entities whose conduct or negligence contributed to the Florida motorcycle accident. A proper examination brings forth the true facts of the case including the conditions at the Florida motorcycle accident scene; details of how, when, why, what, and who was involved in the accident; as well as witness statements and reports from law enforcement and other agencies involved in the investigation.

For more information, please visit our FAQ.

When a motorcycle accident happens in Florida, which parties involved may be held responsible?

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:50:01 +0000

Defendants in Florida motorcycle accident cases may include the motorcycle driver, other motor vehicle operators, property owners where dangerous conditions may exist (on both public and private properties), mechanical repair and service shops, as well as motorcycle, tire, and parts manufacturers. Any of these parties may be held liable in a Florida court of law. A lawsuit seeks to identify and hold responsible any persons or entities whose wrongful conduct or negligence may have contributed to injury and/or death resulting from a Florida motorcycle accident.

For more information, please visit our FAQ.