Tampa Logging Truck Accident Attorney

Large trucks transport all types of goods and materials throughout Tampa, FL. Unfortunately, because of Tampa’s location along truck routes, semi-truck accidents are common throughout the Tampa Bay area. Sadly, other motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians make up over 70% of the injuries and deaths caused by tractor-trailer accidents

The Tampa truck accident lawyers of Catania & Catania Injury Lawyers have helped clients fight trucking companies for fair accident compensation since 1992. Our award-winning attorneys provide exceptional legal services with over 120 years of combined experience. Our law firm has won millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients.

If you sustained injuries because of a logging truck accident, contact our Tampa logging truck accident lawyers or speak to us at (813) 222-8656 for a free consultation and case review. 

How Catania & Catania Injury Lawyers Can Help You With a Tampa Logging Truck Accident Claim

How Catania & Catania Injury Lawyers Can Help You With a Tampa Logging Truck Accident Claim

Insurance companies and trucking companies have unlimited resources for fighting claims. Without a legal team on your side, the odds are against you. However, we can take care of that problem for you.

Our Tampa personal injury lawyers at Catania & Catania Injury Lawyers handle each truck accident case personally. We have extensive experience pursuing accident claims against large commercial trucking companies and their insurance providers. 

When you hire our legal team, you can expect us to:

  • Monitor the progress of truck accident investigations by federal and state agencies
  • Conduct an independent investigation into the cause of the truck accident to identify all liable parties 
  • Work with accident reconstructionists, trucking industry experts, and other expert witnesses, as necessary
  • Document your damages to determine how much our truck accident case is worth
  • File insurance claims and handle settlement negotiations 
  • File a lawsuit to argue the case in court if the at-fault parties refuse to pay a fair amount to settle your claim

We encourage you to reach out to our law office online or by telephone. We want to help you get the money you need and deserve after a logging truck accident. Call now to schedule a free consultation with one of our truck accident lawyers in Tampa, Florida.

Common Causes of Logging Truck Accidents in Tampa

Log truck accidents can occur because of one or more factors. A common factor in truck accidents is negligence. Even when poor weather conditions or hazardous road conditions contribute to the cause of a truck crash, there is generally an element of negligence involved.

Common causes of logging truck accidents include:

  • Truck driver error and negligence, including distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, and reckless driving
  • Violations of the hours of service limits set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, (FMCSA) resulting in tired truck drivers and drowsy driving 
  • Failure to maintain the trucks and equipment
  • Mechanical errors and defective truck parts or systems
  • Lack of training and experience driving a logging truck
  • Poorly secured loads of logs and timber

Because loads of timber are exposed on three of four sides, there is a high risk that the logs may shift and fall during transport. Negligence in securing the load could cause a rollover accident or jackknife accident. In addition, overloading a logging truck can cause tire blowouts, which lead to truck accidents.

Injuries and Damages Caused by Tampa Logging Truck Accidents 

A passenger vehicle is no match for a commercial vehicle hauling timber. In an accident, the passenger vehicle always loses. Unfortunately, that means the passenger vehicle occupants generally sustain catastrophic injuries in a truck accident.

Common injuries from logging truck accidents include:

The damages caused by a truck accident are overwhelming. The person incurs substantial medical bills, lost wages, and other economic damages because of their injuries. They may also incur a future loss of income and ongoing medical and personal care.

In addition, the accident victim experiences significant pain and suffering because of the logging truck accident. They suffer from physical and emotional pain. Victims may experience a reduction in their quality of life because of permanent disabilities and other non-economic damages.

Who Is Responsible for Damages Caused by a Logging Truck Accident in Tampa?

The truck driver and trucking company are generally liable for accidents. However, the shipper or loader may also be liable for improperly secured or overweight loads. In addition, a truck manufacturer could be liable if a defective truck part contributed to the cause of the truck accident.

Truck accident cases usually involve numerous parties and it can sometimes take more time to settle. Therefore, our attorneys will gather evidence and identify each party that contributed to the cause of the truck accident. By doing so, we increase the chance that you receive compensation for all damages.

Other Common Types of Trucking Accidents in Tampa We Handle

At Catania & Catania Injury Lawyers we also handle:

Schedule a Free Consultation With Our Tampa Truck Accident Lawyers

Our legal team understands what is at stake when you hire us to pursue a truck accident claim. You can trust that we will do everything possible to get you your desired outcome. Call us to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our Tampa truck accident lawyers.