Trinity Truck Accident
Trinity Truck Accident Lawyer
If you’ve been in a truck accident, our lawyers will support you by investigating your case, determining what happened and who should be held liable, and calculating the value of your claim.
Common causes of truck accidents
Truck accidents rarely just happen; instead, they are the result of negligence and error. Common causes of truck accidents include:
- Driver negligence, such as speeding, driving while impaired or fatigued, aggressively driving, taking a turn too fast, and more;
- Vehicle defects, such as defective tires, faulty brakes, and steering problems;
- Cargo shifts and spills, often caused by cargo loading or securement errors;
- Road defects, such as debris in road, poor road conditions, or animals in the road; and
- Third-party driver negligence, such as a driver cutting off a large truck, engaging in “squeeze play,” and more.
Damages from truck accidents
Because of trucks’ sheer size, when a large truck collides with a smaller motor vehicle, the damages can be cataclysmic. The smaller vehicle may be completely totaled, leaving any occupants with severe or fatal injuries. Damages in a truck accident claim typically include:
- Injuries that are disabling, painful, psychologically damaging, and disfiguring;
- Large economic expenses in the form of medical bills, lost wages, property damage costs, home healthcare costs, and more;
- Intangible, noneconomic losses, such as a diminished quality of life, the value of pain and suffering, the damage to a relationship as a result of severe injuries, etc.
If you have been severely injured and have suffered any or a combination of the damages listed above, our law firm can help.
Call us at (727) 788-6792 or submit a contact form for a free consultation.
Why Should I Hire Kemp Law?
It is very easy to describe what Kemp Law Law Group does. Our mission statement says it all. We strive to “relentlessly pursue protecting our clients and improving our community through respect, communication and service.” Put more simply, we help people.
Everything we do is with that singular purpose in mind. If a client has been injured by someone else, we will do everything we can to make sure they get the best possible medical care at little or no expense to them. If a client is going through a divorce, we will vigorously work to help them get everything they need to put the pieces of their life back together and to make sure their rights are protected.
Our firm is unique; we are committed to our community and our clients with a level of legal expertise that is among the highest in the area. In fact, we were featured in Positively Tampa for our efforts.
Our attorneys are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a national group that provides a network for information exchange, local assistance and case referrals to top trial lawyers in America who have won large, complex cases. Fewer than 1% of attorneys nationwide earn this high distinction. We always provide legal representation in your best interests, maintaining open communication lines, and keeping you updated about your case every step of the way.
Regardless of where you live in the Tampa Bay region, including Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Hernando Counties, we look forward to helping you make the best of your situation. Many of our attorneys have been acclaimed as among the 1% of all attorneys in the country, and they’re right here in our area, ready to help you.
Common Questions About Truck Accident Claims in Trinity, FL
- Should I File a Truck Accident Lawsuit? If you’ve been in a serious truck accident, you may be wondering whether or not filing a truck accident lawsuit makes sense. Our lawyers usually advise our clients to pursue other means of compensation first–i.e., filing a truck accident claim against the at-fault party. If the claim is unsuccessful and settlement negotiations fail, then litigation may be appropriate. Our goal is to settle your claim out of court sans litigation whenever possible.
- What Types of Damages Can I Recover? When you are injured in a truck accident, our law team will work hard to make sure you recover your maximum damages amount. We will advocate for your right to both economic and noneconomic damages–that is, damages for your out-of-pocket costs and future expenses, as well as compensation for the intangible harms you’ve suffered, such as the value of a diminished quality of life.
- Do I Really Need a Truck Accident Lawyer? You don’t have to hire a truck accident attorney, but doing so will likely serve you well. The truck accident claims process can be complicated, as there are many potentially liable parties. You’ll need a thorough investigation, the testimonies of experts, great evidence, and a solid understanding of the claims process and your rights in order to get the settlement you deserve. Our lawyers will support your best interests and handle the various elements of your claim along the way.
Living in Trinity
As a smaller town in Pasco County, Trinity has strong community ties. With larger homes, Trinity is often considered to be a very desirable place to live. For those who are pursuing damages through a civil lawsuit, knowing the location of the Pasco County courthouse will be important. As attorneys who live and work in Trinity, we have knowledge of all of the important landmarks, as well as relationships with many of the judges and other important parties who work in the area.
Trinity Local Services & Emergency Contact Information
In an emergency, always call 911.
After a motor vehicle crash:
- Florida Highway Patrol – (727) 788-6792
- Pasco County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Dial 911 Nonemergency (727) 788-6792
- Trinity Car Accident Lawyer – (727) 788-6792
Fire Department
- Trinity Fire Emergency – Dial 911
Police/Sheriff Departments
- Florida Highway Patrol – (727) 788-6792
- Pasco County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Dial 911 Nonemergency (727) 788-6792
Hospital
- AdventHealth Central Pasco ER (727) 788-6792
FAQs
you deserve answers
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How Do I Know Who Was At-Fault?
Fault is determined by the evidence collected during the investigation. We look to many things to determine fault in the case: we look to the police report, we look to witness statements, we look to the property damage to the vehicles, skid marks, layout of the cars, etc. Sometimes we even have to refer to accident re-constructionists to do a professional examination of the all the evidence to do a recommendation for us, but that does not happen in very many cases.
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Will I Recover Monetary Damages?
It depends on who was at fault for the accident. If you were at fault, your insurance company will pay for the damage to the vehicle. If you were not at fault, the at-fault driver’s or owner’s insurance policy will pay for the damage, and if they do not have enough coverage to cover the damage to your vehicle, your collision coverage (if purchased) would pay for the damage to your vehicle.
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What Documents Will I Need?
We like you to bring the driver’s exchange of information that the police officer gives you at the scene. We also like you bring any photographs of damage at the scene. Also bring your health insurance cards and your auto insurance cards or declarations page, so we can review the coverage available to you.
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What Should I Say To The Insurance Company?
The at-fault party’s insurance company could ask you to give them a recorded statement. You do not have to give them a recorded statement. However, if your own insurance company asks you for a recorded statement please seek advice from your attorney so that they can assist you in giving that statement. But yes you do have to comply and you do have to give your insurance company a recorded statement.
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Will I Have To Go To Court?
Actually, most cases, or a large percentage of the cases are resolved pre-suit, which means the cases never go to court. We work with the insurance companies before filing suit to try to find a fair resolution for the client, which save money on expenses, court costs and attorney’s fees.
