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Truck Accidents and Car Accidents are Very Different: What You Need to Know

Published on: July 23, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Many drivers treat car accidents and truck accidents exactly the same. They see these as roadway accidents and simply file a claim with their insurance company if they have suffered an injury in this type of collision. Unfortunately, these types of accidents can be very different and simply contacting your insurance company may not be enough if you have been injured in a commercial truck accident in Hollywood or South Florida.

One of the biggest differences between truck accidents and car accidents is the severity. Truck accidents are more likely to lead to fatal injuries, permanent injuries, and devastating injuries. There is simply no match between your passenger car and a fully loaded tractor-trailer carrying tens of thousands of pounds of cargo. In a collision, you are very likely to be crushed by a larger vehicle or to suffer severe injuries.

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Different Commercial Trucks Have Different Accident Risk Factors

Published on: June 30, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Not all truck accidents in Hollywood and Florida are the same. Depending on the type of truck that was involved in your collision, you may have very different injuries or you may have a different risk for serious injuries:

1) Delivery trucks.

Delivery trucks tend to be light trucks, and one of the biggest dangers with these types of vehicles is that they make frequent, unexpected stops. They may also have to park in unusual spots to deliver their cargo, creating a risk of rear end accidents and other types of collisions.

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Preparing for a Trucking Collision Now Can Prevent Injuries If You are Ever in a Crash

Published on: June 18, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Most of us don’t want to even consider the possibility that we will one day be in a truck or traffic accident and so we never bother preparing. Unfortunately, this can be a costly mistake. Statistically, drivers are likely to be in at least one major car accident during their driving lives. The more you drive, the more likely you are to be in a crash.

Even if you are an excellent driver and take all due precautions to avoid causing a collision, other drivers may not be as conscientious and may eventually crash into you, meaning that you end up in a Hollywood T-bone accident, sideswipe accident, or other serious collision involving a commercial truck.

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Surviving a T-Bone Trucking Collision in Hialeah or Your Community

Published on: June 4, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

T-bone accidents or side impact accidents involving semi-trucks and tractor-trailers are often devastating. When a large commercial truck hits the side of a vehicle, the size and force of the larger vehicle can cause significant damage to the smaller car. In addition, the side of a car often has very little in the way of a crumple zone. There is usually only a few inches of metal, glass, and plastic separating the truck from the passengers inside the car.

In many cases, side-impact collisions and T-bone crashes in Hollywood and Florida occur when a truck or car is trying to change lanes. These collisions also occur very frequently at intersections when a truck or car runs a red light or fails to yield to another vehicle.

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Why Head-On Truck Crashes are so Deadly

Published on: June 2, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Head-on collisions are considered to be among the most dangerous types of truck accidents in Hollywood and Florida. These types of crashes usually occur when one vehicle is traveling the wrong way along a highway or street. These collisions can occur due to illegal U-turns, wrong way situations, or situations where a driver leaves their lane due to fatigue or inebriation.

There are a few reasons why head-on collisions involving commercial trucks can be so deadly:

1) These truck crashes in Hollywood and Florida often happen at full speed.

Unlike parking lot accidents and intersection accidents, where trucks and other vehicles are slowing down, head-on collisions often involve two vehicles traveling at top speed. This is especially the case with wrong way accidents or U-turn accidents, where a truck or other driver may be speeding or may be driving at highway speed. When two vehicles traveling at high speeds collide, the force of impact is immense and can cause severe injuries or fatalities.

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What You Need to Know About Rear-End Crashes

Published on: May 25, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Rear end car accidents are very frightening. One minute you are stopped at a stoplight and the next minute a distracted driver crashes into the rear of your vehicle. These types of truck accidents in Hollywood and Florida can cause whiplash, concussions, fractures, and other serious injuries.

Unfortunately, when the other driver is the driver of a tractor-trailer, big rig, or large commercial truck, the results can be even more devastating. If a large truck carrying a heavy load crashes into the rear of your vehicle, the force of the crash can push you forward into oncoming traffic or into another vehicle. The force of the truck collision may be enough to pitch you forward, causing severe or even life-threatening head injuries and other serious permanent injuries.

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Tanker Collisions can Lead to Rollovers and Spilled Cargo

Published on: April 30, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Tankers transport gasoline, gases, and liquids as well as substances like cement and even bio-hazardous materials. We rely on tankers to transport chemicals as well as everyday substances we need. People who live in colder climates, for example, may rely on tankers to get heating oil for their homes. The construction industry relies on tankers for cement.

Tanker Trucks Pose Unique Dangers on Our Roads

While tankers are important, they can also be deadly on our roads. These types of commercial trucks have a number of special hazards, when compared with flatbed trucks or tractor trailers:

The liquids in tankers can move around inside the truck, shifting the center of balance.
Tankers have a high center of gravity, making them subject to rollovers.
Tankers can be used to transport hazardous materials, including flammable materials, bio-hazardous materials, and even radioactive materials. These products can become deadly in a collision.
Tankers have large blind spots.
Tankers may make frequent stops, especially if they are delivering fuel or other products.
Tanker cargo can leak.

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Truck Accidents Involving Out-Of-State Passengers and Drivers

Published on: April 21, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

It can be terrifying enough to be involved in a trucking collision if you are at home. However, if you are traveling in Miami or Florida at the time of your accident, the claims process can be even more confusing. Where can you turn for medical attention or advice? How can you file a claim when you are not at home? What happens if the driver is also from out-of-state?

The Miami truck accident attorneys at Flaxman Law Group have been helping injured people in the South Florida area for years. A common situation we encounter involves visitors who are injured while traveling to Florida for a vacation or for business. In these cases, injured parties often face quite a bit of stress. They don’t know where to turn and how to pursue their cases, especially after they return home. We offer services to people from out of state who have been injured as well as local residents who have been injured by out-of-state truck drivers.

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Three Questions an Attorney Will Ask After a Trucking Accident

Published on: April 17, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you have been injured in a trucking collision in Homestead or any Florida community, you may wonder whether you have a legal claim or any options for securing compensation in your case. You may also have lots of other questions about your case, such as: How will I pay for my medical treatment? What will happen to my car? Will I be able to return to work?

One of the ways to answer your questions is to speak with a Homestead personal injury attorney. A skilled attorney can address your concerns and can work to answer some of your questions. He or she can determine the likely total costs of your injuries and can help you understand your rights. He or she can also help you find a mechanic or medical services, if you need them.

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Multiple Vehicle Accidents Involving Trucks

Published on: April 7, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Many trucking collisions in Hollywood and other Florida communities end up being multiple vehicle accidents. Due to the size and force of a truck, when a truck driver loses control of a big rig, tractor-trailer, or other commercial vehicle, the truck can slide or veer out of control for some time before coming to a complete stop. Before the vehicle comes to a full stop, it can crash into other cars, vehicles, and bystanders, causing multiple points of impact and a very serious accident.

Commercial trucks may also be at risk of multiple vehicle collisions because of the routes they travel. Trucks tend to travel on highways and other busy roadways. When a large truck veers out of control on one of these roads, there are potentially many other motorists close by and this higher congestion of traffic can mean that vehicles can get crushed by the larger commercial truck.

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