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Our Case Results: Fighting for Maximum Compensation
A Jefferson County jury has awarded $5 million in punitive damages to a Florida woman for the wrongful death of her husband, and against two Birmingham physicians and the University of Alabama Health Services Foundation.
After awarding a Wakefield family $1.55 million in compensatory damages, the jury voted to order Pfizer to pay $10 million in punitive damages over Warner-Lambert’s handling of Rezulin.
LIBERTY, Mo. — a Clay County Circuit Court jury was about to award $26.2 million to the plaintiffs in a Rezulin trial when the parties settled for an undisclosed amount Dec. 27 (Shirley Griggs, et al. v. Warner-Lambert Company, No. CV100 3957 CC, Mo. Cir., Clay Co.; See December 2001, Page 6).
We Handle All Types of Truck Accident Cases
Our Pensacola truck accident attorneys have decades of experience in representing clients who have been injured in accidents involving all types of commercial vehicles.
- Semi-Trucks: We handle accidents involving tractor trailers, big rigs, and 18-wheelers, which are the most common types of large trucks involved in serious accidents.
- Commercial Trucks: We represent clients injured in accidents involving delivery trucks, box trucks, dump trucks, garbage trucks, tanker trucks, flatbed trucks, cement trucks, and other commercial vehicles.
- Jackknife Accidents: These accidents occur when the trailer of a tractor-trailer swings out to the side, forming a "V" shape with the cab. Jackknife accidents are often caused by driver error, such as braking too hard or turning too sharply.
- Rollover Accidents: Truck rollovers can occur when a truck tips over on its side or roof. These accidents are frequently caused by factors such as overloading, speeding, sharp turns, high winds, or uneven road surfaces.
- Cargo Spills: Accidents involving spilled cargo can be particularly dangerous, especially if the cargo is hazardous or flammable. We will investigate the cause of the spill and hold the responsible parties accountable for any injuries or damages.
Why Truck Accident Cases Are Different
Truck accident cases differ significantly from typical car accident claims due to several factors:
- Severe Injuries: The sheer size and weight difference between a commercial truck and a passenger vehicle means that truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries. These injuries can include traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), spinal cord injuries, amputations, broken bones, internal injuries, burns, disfigurement, and even death. These injuries often require extensive medical treatment and long-term rehabilitation and can have a lasting impact on the victim's life.
- Multiple Responsible Parties: Determining who is responsible for a truck accident can be complicated. In addition to the truck driver, other parties may be held responsible, including the trucking company, the owner of the trailer, maintenance companies, cargo loading companies, parts manufacturers, or even government entities responsible for road maintenance.
- Federal Regulations: The trucking industry is heavily regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These regulations create a wide range of rules trucking companies and drivers have to follow, including driver qualifications, hours of service (to prevent drowsy driving), truck maintenance, cargo securement, and drug and alcohol testing. Violations of these rules can be evidence of negligence in a truck accident case.
- Extensive Investigation: Truck accident cases require thorough and often complex investigations. Our team will secure all necessary evidence, including police reports, driver logs, maintenance records, black box data (from the truck's electronic control module, which records speed, braking, and other data), eyewitness testimony, and expert witness testimony.
Because of how complex truck accident cases can be, not just any lawyer can successfully handle these cases. The smartest decision is to immediately contact the legal team at Michles & Booth.
