Riverview 18 Wheeler Accident Lawyer

Have you been involved in an 18 wheeler accident and are unsure where to turn? Are you trying to deal with the aftermath of the negligent actions of the driver of an 18 wheeler? Look no further than Franchi Law.

Our team is led by attorney William Franchi with a proven track record of successfully advocating for clients and securing millions in settlements and jury verdicts. Due to our team’s success in the courtroom, other lawyers refer cases to Franchi Law.

Getting started with us is free. Request a complementary case review from a trusted Riverview 18 wheeler accident lawyer today. Call 813-800-4LAW or use our contact form to request your case review today.

What’s An 18 Wheeler?

An 18 wheeler isn’t an official category of truck. It’s shorthand for what’s known in the United States as a semi-truck pulling a tractor-trailer.

Also known as a big rig or abbreviated to just “semi,” 18 wheelers get their name because there are at most 18 wheels on the largest form of this vehicle. With 10 wheels on the tractor (the truck) and eight wheels divided between the two axles for the shipping container or cargo, this vehicle can have a towing capacity of up to 80,000 lbs.

Due to these vehicles’ gross combination weight and towing capacity, 18 wheelers are usually classified as heavy-duty or large trucks.

Large Truck Statistics In Florida

In 2020, the National Highway Safety Traffic Administration (NHSTA) found that 7.2% of fatal crashes in Florida involved a large truck. This also accounted for 7.2% of fatalities involving large trucks across the United States.

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) also reported the number of injuries arising from driver interactions with large trucks in 2021.

Here is the number of drivers in Florida injured by these trucks, as categorized by injury severity:

• Incapacitating Injuries: 124
• Non-Incapacitating: 486
• Potential Injuries: 983

What Can I Do If I’ve Been Injured In A 18 Wheeler Accident?

The first thing to understand is that Florida is a no-fault state for motor vehicle insurance. That means that individuals seeking to recover compensation for injuries sustained by a Florida truck driver must first file a claim against their own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) policy. As long as injuries were sustained, both drivers may utilize their own PIP policy to recover compensation for their injuries, which can be easier with the help of a Riverview 18 wheeler accident attorney.

However, if you’re a victim of an 18-wheeler accident and have received serious injuries, you or your loved one can bring legal action against the truck driver or their parent company.

Florida’s Title 23.316.027 defines a serious bodily injury as a physical condition that creates:

• A substantial risk of death,
• Serious personal disfigurement,
• Protracted loss or impairment of the function of a bodily member or organ.

The Franchi Law Promise: Professional Communication, Personalized Attention

If you’re seeking justice in your 18-wheeler accident case, we are more than ready to help you. Our Riverview car accident attorney is dedicated to providing you with individualized attention and proactive communication throughout the legal process.

Remember, you don’t have to face your life after your 18-wheeler injury alone. Contact our expert Riverview 18 wheeler accident attorney at (813)-800-4LAW and let us help you on your path to recovery.