Garbage trucks are extremely large and heavy vehicles, so when they become involved in an accident, the consequences can be devastating for victims. In many cases, serious and even fatal injuries result.
If you or someone you love was harmed by a garbage truck accident, you should be aware that you have legal rights. You may be able to pursue a claim for compensation and get repaid for all of your economic and non-financial damages resulting from the accident. You’ll need to understand how to navigate the legal system, though.
Diaco Law can help. We have represented many clients injured in garbage truck crashes, and we can put our legal knowledge in this area of law to work on your case. To find out more, schedule your free consultation today with a Tampa truck accident attorney so you can learn about how we can help you.
Who is Liable for Garbage Truck Crash Losses?
When you turn to Diaco Law after a crash with a garbage truck driver, one of the first things we do is help you to identify all potential defendants who could be liable for your losses and responsible for covering your damages.
Depending on the situation, you could potentially make a claim against:
- The truck driver: If the driver was negligent or broke any rules of the road, such as driving under the influence or distracted driving, the driver could be responsible for covering your damages.
- The driver’s employer: The company that employed the driver of the garbage truck can be held responsible under Florida’s vicarious liability rules. These rules say that companies are liable for negligent on-the-job actions of their workers.
- A maintenance company that serviced the truck: If faulty maintenance was the cause of the garbage truck crash, the company that maintained the truck could be held accountable for the resulting harm.
- The manufacturer of the truck or its parts: When defective auto parts cause a crash, this can result in a product liability claim against those who manufactured the vehicle.
These types of cases frequently involve commercial policy claims, depending on which business entity is responsible for the failure.
In some situations, there are additional complexities to deal with in garbage truck accident cases. For example, some municipalities take responsibility for garbage collection. When the truck driver worked for the government, sovereign immunity rules can require a different process for pursuing your injury claim.
Diaco Law can help you to look at the big picture, understand these legal issues, and make informed choices about holding the right parties accountable.
How Does a Tampa Garbage Truck Accident Lawyer Help You?
A Tampa garbage truck accident lawyer can provide invaluable assistance in your accident’s aftermath. Diaco Law will help you to:
- Gather evidence, including truck maintenance records, witness testimony, expert testimony, police reports from the scene, and security camera footage
- Prove the extent of your losses by obtaining medical records, creating a pain journal, and finding experts who can testify about how your work abilities have been impaired or about your ongoing medical costs
- Negotiate a settlement out of court or fight in court to get full compensation for medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and all other economic and non-financial losses resulting from the garbage truck accident
These are just some of the many services our experienced legal team can offer.
Get Help From Diaco Law Today
Diaco Law has helped many garbage truck accident victims get justice, and we’re ready to put our decades of collective experience to work on your case. Contact us today at (813) 945-6110 to talk with a Tampa garbage truck accident attorney who can help you.