After a Florida Truck Accident, Take the Right Steps
There are certain important things to do after any car accident in Florida - even one apparently resulting only in minor property damage. There are additional steps to take if injuries occur. When a commercial vehicle of any kind - such as an 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, other semi, construction or delivery truck - is involved, added key considerations may become important.
We encourage you to contact us as soon as possible if you are involved in a serious car or trucking accident. In fact, you may want to write down our toll-free number now - 800-815-6232 - and keep it with your insurance card or enter it into your cell phone.
Other important do's and don'ts include:
- If necessary or appropriate, seek medical care right away. Even if you feel generally all right, but battered or bruised after a truck collision, it is best to get checked out.
- Report the accident to your own insurance company, but do not speak to anyone representing the other driver without legal representation.
- Do not sign any documents at all without legal representation.
- Do not allow your car to be disposed of and, if possible, take photos of all vehicles involved, the roadway, and any visible injuries you have incurred.
Turn to an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer for Protection of Your Rights
Our attorneys have a wealth of experience in auto accident cases at all levels of severity, along with plenty of insight into the nuances of semi truck collisions and how to evaluate achievable injury compensation. We can take your case on at any point, beginning with careful, honest evaluation of your likelihood of success if we file a lawsuit.
For basic information about motor vehicle accidents, please explore our site further, including the legal issues covered in the Motor Vehicle Accident Information Center. If you have been injured or lost a family member on a roadway in Florida, please do not hesitate to contact our Miami-based firm now.
