If a careless or reckless truck driver caused your Tampa interstate crash, you have options for financial recovery. We can seek compensation for your medical bills and other expenses. Our Tampa Interstate I-4 truck accident lawyer knows how to navigate this process and secure compensation for our clients. While you recover from your accident, we will take the lead and handle the legal process.
A Tampa truck accident lawyer from the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine can file a personal injury lawsuit or insurance claim to recover the money you need and deserve. After a truck crash on I-4, you may be suffering significant financial and personal setbacks. We understand the unique aspects of these cases and how to hold the liable parties responsible. We also offer free initial consultations. Let our team explain your next steps and how we can help.
Truck Traffic On I-4 In Tampa Increases The Likelihood of Serious Accidents
I-4 is a common route for commercial truck traffic across Florida. Despite only spanning 132 miles, it provides an efficient way for truck drivers as well as passenger cars to access cities in Central Florida, including:
- Tampa
- Sanford
- Orlando
- Lakeland
- Deltona
- De Land
- Dayton Beach
Interchanges and busy areas of I-4 see serious collisions almost daily. In Hillsborough County alone, Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reported more than 28,000 crashes in 2022. These caused 19,276 injuries and 221 fatalities. Some of these occurred on I-4 and involved 18-wheelers and other commercial vehicles.
How the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine Help Clients in Tampa
Our truck accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine aim to make recovering from a Tampa truck accident as easy as possible. While we cannot make your injuries disappear, we can help you fix your car, make appointments with specialists, seek fair compensation, and take other steps on your behalf. We want you to only worry about getting better. We take care of everything else.
When you trust our team with your case, you will get the responsive legal care you want and deserve. Your attorney will know you by name. They will be familiar with your case and can discuss it with you anytime you have a question or a concern. You will have their phone number and email address and can expect prompt responses when you reach out. You will also receive frequent case updates.
We are also a contingency fee law firm. We do not get paid until after you do. Our attorneys never charge upfront fees, as our fees are taken from a portion of the compensation recovered in your case. This way, you never pay out-of-pocket for our help.
Our Attorneys Seek Fault-Based Damages for Clients Hurt on I-4 in Tampa
Some victims of Tampa collisions have limited options for seeking compensation. The state requires drivers to carry no-fault personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. This policy pays for some of your basic losses—medical care and lost wages—after a collision.
You may pursue a fault-based claim when you have serious or long-term injuries. This is common in truck accidents, as these collisions often result in more severe injuries. If you need compensation that surpasses your PIP limits, we will assess your eligibility for a lawsuit.
When we pursue fault-based damages, they could include:
- Medical bills and related expenses
- Ongoing care needs for long-term injuries
- Income losses if you miss work
- Reduced earning capacity if you cannot return to your job
- Property damages
- Related expenses, such as travel costs for seeing a specialist
- Pain and suffering damages
- Wrongful death damages if the victim passes from their injuries
How Our Tampa I-4 Truck Accident Lawyers Build a Case and Recover Damages
At the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine, our traffic accident lawyers understand how truck accident cases work. In some respects, these crash claims work in a way that is fundamentally different from other collision cases. Primarily, this is because of a legal doctrine known as respondeat superior. Under this doctrine, Florida law recognizes that the truck driver’s employer may be liable if:
- The company employed the trucker; and
- The driver was engaged in activities related to their job when they caused the collision
This means we build a case to hold the trucking company liable, not just the individual driver. This allows us to file a claim based on the company’s larger liability insurance limits or sue the company for compensation. This is important since victims of truck accidents often suffer catastrophic injuries requiring expensive treatment.
We Will Build A Strong Case Based On Our Investigations
We investigate what happened and gather evidence to show:
- The truck driver acted negligently
- They caused the crash
- They were working, so the trucking company is liable
- The liability of other potentially responsible parties (e.g. manufacturers, cargo loaders, maintenance technicians)
- Our client suffered damages
We use this evidence to support our insurance claim and negotiations for a fair settlement. Alternatively, we could sue and prepare the case for trial. Even when we sue, we often continue to attempt to settle the case. Out-of-court settlements are common even as the trial date approaches.
We Have A Limited Time To Pursue Your Florida Truck Accident Case
We only have a limited time to get started. The general deadlines for suing include:
- HB 837/SB 236: Two years to sue for a personal injury
- Florida Statutes § 95.11(4)(d): Two years to sue for a wrongful death
There are exceptions, so we encourage you to reach out as soon as your injuries allow. We will protect your rights and ensure you meet these deadlines as long as we are handling your case in time to do so.
Talk To A Team Member About Your Tampa Interstate Accident Injuries Today
At the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine, we provide free consultations for victims of truck crashes in Tampa and across Central Florida. We are here for you when you need us. Our attorneys fight for clients’ best interests and seek fair compensation based on their crash and personal needs. You do not have to try to manage your claim or lawsuit on your own.
Contact us today to speak to a team member about your case.
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