Miami Truck Accident Lawyer

Miami is prone to different types of truck accidents every year. But despite the rampant incidents, it’s not easy to determine liability and prove damages. With the numerous hurdles lying ahead, it’s easy to lose your claim or end up with unfair compensation.

Truck accidents are more valuable than typical cars, and the amount of damage is relatively high. You’ll need sufficient evidence to determine the liable party, create a solid case, and push through the vast regulations that govern the sector. Fortunately, reliable truck accident attorneys from Eltringham Law Group can redeem you from the complexities and make it easy to seek justice and obtain compensation.

The Common Challenges in Miami Truck Accident Claims

The legal environment of a truck accident claim is not the same as a regular crash. Victims must brace for a complex process with vast legal considerations. Also, these accidents can be devastating, with the potential of inflicting severe injuries and massive property damage.

Such challenges are typical of most car accidents, but the following factors make it harder to pursue a truck accident claim:

Heavy Regulations

Players in the trucking sector must abide by complex federal and state laws. For instance, they must heed Hazardous Material Regulations and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules that define specific standards for driver qualifications, annual inspections, maintenance, and logbooks. It can be difficult to determine the critical elements of a personal injury claim with all these laws.

Greater Potential Damages

Unlike other types of vehicles, truck accidents have the potential to cause greater bodily harm and property damage. The implications of such incidents can terrify victims and shake up their family members and loved ones. Based on the potential implications, the injury claim after an accident will likely be highly valued, and you should expect the responsible party to deny or blame you.

Unusual Insurance Policies

Several insurance policies could cover a single truck, including coverage for the vehicle, trailer, cargo, or driver. Dealing with all these insurers could overwhelm you as each will only focus on minimizing their expenses without considering your best interests. It’s easy to fall victim to exploitation if you don’t know your rights, the rules of the game, or the claims process.

Unique Investigations

You must evaluate several factors to prove liability because several individuals or organizations could be liable for the truck accident, each responsible for prevention and maintenance. For instance, if the incident resulted from a brake failure, the parties with the liability burden could be the driver, trucking company, or mechanic. With all these possibilities, you’ll need unique investigations to determine the responsible party and prove their negligence.

Time Restrictions

It’s important to pay attention to the timelines applicable to filing personal injury or property damage claims, as highlighted in each state’s statute of limitations. In Miami, you have four years to prepare and file your claim, failure to which you might lose your claim. It’s not easy to work within these time limits, especially when you’re also recuperating.

Truck Accident Claims Require a Unique Strategy

Miami truck accident claims are resolved via arbitration, mediation, or court. All these avenues have the potential of generating the highest possible compensation, but not all of them could fit your specific circumstances. It’ll be difficult to take the best course of action without understanding the relevant rules.

These are the main challenges that hinder accident victims in Miami from getting justice and adequate compensation. But you can beat them if you partner with an experienced accident lawyer specializing in truck and semi-truck accidents like Eltringham Law Group,

Reasons to Involve a Miami Truck Accident Lawyer in Your Case

It’s hard or impossible to beat the above challenges if you’re filing the claim alone. As such, it makes sense to involve a qualified personal injury attorney in your claim. A layer will benefit your case in the following ways:

Expert Guidance

Truck accident lawyers are conversant with the numerous regulations governing the sector and the applicable rules when filing a personal injury claim. They’ll guide you aptly through the laws and processes, and you’ll not make mistakes that hinder you from getting compensated.

They’ll Protect Your Rights

Truck accident survivors who don’t know their rights can be victims of exploitation by insurance companies. These profit-focused organizations are known to suggest low-ball offers, and it can be easy to accept their initial settlement. An attorney understands your rights and will fight to prevent this.

Help with Evidence Gathering

You need sufficient evidence to prove liability for the accident and the at-fault party’s negligence. But it’s hard to gather crucial facts if you’re also recovering. Your lawyer will come through for you at this critical time by collecting evidence and keeping track of all the relevant documentation.

Calculating Damages

You must prove the damages resulting from the truck accident to hold the other party to account and fight for fair compensation. But you may not know how to consider all elements and determine fair potential compensation. An attorney will assess and include all damages so that all the costs related to the accident are covered.

Fruitful Negotiations

Most truck accident claims are resolved before trial, but it’s easy to be swindled by insurers. A Miami truck accident attorney is experienced in accident settlement negotiations and will ensure you end up with a reimbursement that covers all the damages.

Court Representation

Things will get more complex if your case reaches the trial phase. Fortunately, your attorney will represent you fully and fight for your rights and best interests in court.

An Experienced Miami Truck Accident Attorney Is Ready to Work with You

You now understand the importance of partnering with an experienced truck accident lawyer in Miami. Fortunately, you don’t need to continue searching for the right person to represent you as you’re already home.

Expert truck accident lawyers from Eltringham Law Group are ready to protect your rights and help you seek justice. Their case evaluations are free, and you won’t pay an initial service fee as the charges are contingency-based. So reach out to us and speak to someone who understands your situation and wants to fight for your best interests.

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I usually never leave reviews, good or bad, but for this instance, I most definitely had to. David and Marnie were both AMAZING. They made me feel comfortable and confident in their ability to resolve my case. I was walking in a crosswalk and was hit by a vehicle resulting in having to go to the hospital. I sustained injuries from this that I am still in the midst of dealing with. I contacted the firm and was able to speak with them via zoom immediately. I decided to sign with them on a Monday evening (3 days after my accident) and by Tuesday afternoon (the very next day) my case was settled. And settled for the very max that was able to be obtained. I attribute a lot of this to not only the expertise of the firm, but the relationships that Marnie has built with her experience working as a lawyer within a major insurance provider, which just so happened to be the insurance provider involved in my case. This is incredibly atypical for a case to be settled this quickly, especially with this outcome. It has been two weeks to the day today that my accident has happened and my case has already been resolved. I am blessed and more than happy that I decided to hire this firm. Every case is different, but I can bet that this firm will handle your case with care and the utmost professionalism. I pray I never have to go through a situation like this again, but if I did, I wouldn’t hesitate to call this law firm. Thank you guys very much!!

Shekeara

I highly recommend Eltringham Law Group to anyone seeking legal advice after having a car accident. David Eltringham and his entire staff gave me the personal attention I needed during a very difficult and painful time. David took the extra steps needed to ensure that I received the medical care I needed as well as the financial compensation I deserved. Harold Torres, Paralegal updated me every step of the way. Thank you Eltringham Law Group!

Laura Lauri

I had such a great experience with Eltringham Law Group! I was always kept in the loop and the experience was so personal. I was always in close contact with Teresa who was an absolute pleasure to work with. I would definitely recommend Eltringham Law Group again and again – I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!!!

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Lighthouse™ is a system unique to Eltringham Law Group – Personal Injury & Car Accident Attorneys, it’s what makes us different from other personal injury attorneys. We built this program to hold our own attorneys accountable and make sure our clients are getting the care and consideration they deserve.

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Client Onboarding
Client Onboarding

The client meets with our Lighthouse Concierge Team to discuss the details of their potential case. A dedicated Lighthouse Team Member is assigned to the case to gather information and maintain constant communication with the client.

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Investigation Case Analyzer
Investigation Case Analyzer

The assigned Lighthouse Team Member gathers and assess all information related to the case. A majority of the information is processed, paperwork is submitted and any questions/concerns the Lighthouse Team has for the client are clearly communicated and addressed.

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Client Success Maximizer
Client Success Maximizer

The client meets with their Lighthouse Concierge Team Members to conduct a full review and explanation of the process. Both legal and medical records are reviewed and our team sets realistic and achievable expectations for the client.

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Phase 1 Medical
Phase 1 Medical

The client is undergoing treatment at this point of the process and the Lighthouse Concierge Team maintains consistent communication to monitor the treatment scheduled. Additional medical referrals and testing may be required at this point if recommended by the current medical provider.

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Phase 2 Medical
Phase 2 Medical

The client finalizes initial medical treatments that may include referrals to specialists, medical procedures, further testing and/or additional treatment recommendations by their medical providers.

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Resolution or Litigation
Resolution or Litigation

The Lighthouse Concierge Team is in communication with those involved with and/or responsible for the damages incurred in your case. Two possible outcomes at this stage are 1) an achieved settlement agreement or 2) the inability to achieve a fair settlement that will result in the Eltringham Law Group filing a law suit on your behalf.

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Post-Settlement Process
Post-Settlement Process

The case has completed and an agreement/resolution has been achieved with maximum in the best interest of the client. The Lighthouse Concierge Team meets with the client to fully explain the results and work diligently to finalize their case.

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