Truck Accident Lawyer Broward County, FL
As one of the busiest port areas of the country, Broward County sees plenty of cargo leaving on semi-trucks, heading to destinations throughout the U.S., Canada, or Mexico. Although these large trucks are the lifeblood of trade and distribution of consumer goods, they’re also extremely dangerous. A fully-loaded semi weighs around 80,000 pounds, compared to the average passenger car or SUV, which weighs around 2,000-4,000 pounds. When one of these behemoths crashes into your much-smaller car, you and your passengers are often the most grievously injured.
Although we use the word “accident” when referring to a collision with a semi-truck, the truth is that many of these crimes are due to negligence and could, with reasonable caution and following the safety and operations requirements set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), be avoided. If you’ve been hurt in a truck collision, the help of an experienced Broward County, FL, truck accident lawyer can be invaluable in securing the compensation you deserve. We have the experience dealing with complex truck accident claims and the resources to pursue fair compensation on your behalf. Contact The Andres Lopez Law Firm today for a free consultation.
What Does A Broward County Truck Accident Lawyer Do?
Truck accident attorneys are personal injury lawyers who support the rights of victims in semi-truck collisions. They help people like you who have been hurt and demand fair compassion for their losses, pain, and suffering.
At our firm, we use our knowledge of FMCSA regulations and Florida injury laws to pinpoint the instances or instances of negligence that led to the crash and your injuries. We gather our own evidence, interviewing witnesses and reviewing data from the truck’s Event Data Recorder (the “black box” in all newer semis) to determine what the driver was doing at the time of the crash. We then construct a strong claim of negligence against all liable parties and demand that you, the victim, receive the full amount of all your losses.
Truck Accidents Can Be Surprisingly Complex
Truck accidents tend to be trickier than car accidents between two private reasons, for a couple of reasons:
The injuries are more serious, meaning the claim value is higher. Insurance companies heavily scrutinize six- and seven-figure claims, so our case must be strong
There may be more than one liable party. It’s not unusual for the trucking carrier to set tight schedules for drivers or tacitly encourage them to operate outside the FMCSA driving hours or speed limits.
This means that we may need to make a case against multiple defendants and present it to an insurance carrier that’s determined not to pay a penny. When so much is on the line, you need a team of lawyers with the experience and resources to see your case through to its conclusion.
Finding Justice After A Devastating Truck Accident
Have you or someone you love been hurt in a truck accident? We want to help you! The skilled attorneys at The Andres Lopez Law Firm litigate claims like yours regularly, and we understand the commitment and resources a complicated truck accident case takes. We have a strong track record of successful settlements and jury awards. Want to add your name to our list? Call our offices today for a free consultation with an experienced Broward County truck accident lawyer.
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"My mother was in a bad car accident. She had to hospitalize for her injuries and broke her right wrist. We decided to hire The Andres Lopez Law Firm after her accident for the personal injuries caused by the other party. I can say, we have made the right decision by hiring them. Not only they settled our case, Alex from the law firm was always responsive to our questions and also guided is through throughout the whole process. I highly recommend them if anyone else gets into a situation like ours."
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Attorney Andres Lopez has over a decade of trial experience. In that time, his work and track record of success has earned him a reputation for being a top trial attorney in South Florida.
Born in La Paz, Bolivia, Andres Lopez and his family moved to Washington, D.C. when he was a child.
Prior to attending law school, Andres Lopez tirelessly worked to give a voice to the people by serving in the White House, the Maryland Governor’s Office and managing the campaign of the first Latino to be elected to public office in Maryland.
Devoted to the legal community, Mr. Lopez serves as a member of The Florida Bar, the Broward County Bar Association, the Broward County Hispanic Bar Association, the Maryland Bar Association and the Florida Justice Association.