Truck Accidents on I-95: Why Are They So Dangerous?

 Posted on August 08, 2024 in Truck Accidents

I-95 is one of the main routes for trucks carrying cargo from the Port of Miami to the rest of the country. Particularly during high-traffic periods, the presence of so many trucks increases the risk of an accident. Truck accidents are highly likely to cause severe injuries and fatalities.

Why are these accidents so dangerous? How can this affect your accident claim? Can a skilled Ft. Lauderdale personal injury lawyer help? The Law Offices of John D. Ameen, P.A. explains.

Truck Accident Statistics

To highlight the danger truck crashes can cause to Florida residents and visitors, we will look at some statistics:

• There were 9,175 truck crashes in the Sunshine State in 2023, injuring 4,537 people and killing 291.

• In 2022, 70 percent of U.S. truck accident fatalities were in passenger vehicles.

• 76 percent of fatal U.S. truck collisions in 2022 happened on weekdays.

• 61 people who were not vehicle occupants lost their lives in 2022 Florida truck accidents.

Truck accidents happen more frequently during the day on weekdays, and nighttime truck crashes are more common on weekends.

During the week, Ft. Lauderdale residents often use I-95 to commute to and from work. These same people are more likely to travel this route to spend an enjoyable night out on the weekends. Unfortunately, these timeframes match the higher likelihood of truck crashes.

Truck Crash Claims

If you are injured in a truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation. After most injury accidents, an insurance claim is the first step in receiving compensation. You will need evidence proving that another party’s negligence caused the crash and, therefore, your injuries. Without supporting evidence, you cannot force the liable party to pay you.

Even when someone else is clearly at fault, that does not mean his or her insurance company will treat you fairly. Truck accident claims are more complex than most because damages are often very high, and multiple parties may be responsible for the truck’s involvement. Potentially at-fault parties include:

• Truck drivers

• Truck owners

• Trucking companies

• Cargo loaders

• Truck maintenance companies

• Parts manufacturers

Many times, an investigation is required to uncover why your accident happened and who you can hold accountable. Meanwhile, the insurance companies for each party will likely try to cast blame on someone else to avoid paying your claim. Because your injuries are probably severe and require extensive medical treatment, your settlement amount may be high. The higher your case’s value, the more reluctant insurers are to issue a payout.

When you work with The Law Offices of John D. Ameen, P.A., we will investigate your accident, find supporting evidence, and work to hold each guilty party accountable. We will negotiate to help you obtain the highest possible amount of compensation or file a civil lawsuit and take your case to trial if insurers do not offer a reasonable amount.

Damages in Truck Accident Claims

Compensation amounts vary because they depend on case-specific factors. You might qualify for multiple damages, including:

• Medical expenses

• Property damage

• Ongoing care

• Lost wages

• Pain and suffering

• Losing the ability to enjoy life

To evaluate the fairness of an insurance settlement offer, you need to know the value of your case. Your legal team at The Law Offices of John D. Ameen, P.A. can tell you how much compensation may be available and help you negotiate for the maximum settlement amount.

Request Your Free Consultation With Our Ft. Lauderdale, FL Truck Accident Lawyers

Attorney John Ameen used to represent insurance companies, so he knows first-hand how they operate and how to successfully overcome their strategies. With more than 50 years of experience and offices in five Florida cities, The Law Offices of John D. Ameen, P.A. are fully equipped and ready to protect your best interests in your truck accident case.

Call us 24/7 at 800-555-4011 to request your free consultation with our skilled Broward County, FL truck accident attorneys. Speak Spanish or Creole? We have you covered. You will not pay us fees unless we recover damages for you.