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West Palm Beach Truck Accident Attorney

Crashes involving semi-trucks, box trucks, and other commercial vehicles are different from ordinary car accidents. The injuries are often more serious, there may be several companies involved, and the insurance side usually moves fast to protect itself.

Camacho Injury Law represents people injured in truck accidents in West Palm Beach and across Palm Beach County, including wrecks on I-95, the Florida Turnpike, Okeechobee Boulevard, Southern Boulevard, Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, Australian Avenue, and Dixie Highway. The firm’s role is simple: listen, explain your options in plain English, and step in so you’re not facing a trucking company and its insurers on your own.

Injured in a Truck Accident in West Palm Beach?

A truck crash can turn a normal trip into a blur. One moment you’re driving near a tractor-trailer or dump truck; the next, you’re feeling the jolt of impact, airbags, glass, and noise all at once. Afterward, you may be sitting on the side of the road or in a hospital room wondering how you’re supposed to handle all of this.

In the days that follow, the questions grow: How bad are the injuries? Can you work? Who pays the bills? Why is the trucking company’s insurer calling so quickly? We understand how heavy that feels. The firm steps in to take on the legal and insurance burden so you can focus on medical care and your family while your case is being built.

What Makes Truck Accident Cases Different From Car Accidents?

Truck accident cases are more complex than most car crash claims because they often involve:

  • More serious harm – Commercial trucks are many times heavier than passenger vehicles, so the forces involved are greater and injuries are often severe.
  • Multiple insurance policies – There may be coverage for the driver, the carrier, the trailer, the shipper, and others.
  • Extra rules – Truck drivers and companies must follow state and federal safety regulations on hours of service, inspections, loading, and more.
  • Critical data and records – “Black box” data, driver logs, maintenance records, and dispatch notes can be key evidence—but they aren’t saved forever.

Trucking companies and insurers know what’s at stake. Their teams may be looking at the case while the injured person is still in a hospital bed. Having a lawyer who understands how these cases work helps level the field.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents in West Palm Beach

Truck accidents in and around West Palm Beach often trace back to preventable choices or conditions, such as:

  • Driver fatigue and hours-of-service violations
  • Speeding or driving too fast for traffic or weather
  • Distracted driving, including cell phones and in-cab devices
  • Impaired driving due to alcohol, drugs, or certain medications
  • Improper loading or securement of cargo
  • Poor truck maintenance, including brakes, tires, and lights
  • Inadequate driver training for urban traffic, tight turns, or backing

Different Types of Truck Accidents We See in Palm Beach County

Camacho Injury Law handles a wide range of truck crash scenarios, including:

  • Rear-end crashes in slowing or stop-and-go traffic on I-95 and the Turnpike
  • Jackknife accidents, where the trailer swings out and blocks multiple lanes
  • Rollover crashes on ramps, curves, or during sudden maneuvers
  • Underride accidents, where smaller vehicles go under the rear or side of a trailer
  • Wide-turn collisions, especially on city streets and at tight intersections
  • Work-zone and construction-related crashes involving dump trucks and equipment
  • Delivery truck and box truck accidents in neighborhoods and business districts

Even if your situation doesn’t fit neatly into one label, the firm can review what happened and talk through your options.

Common Truck Accident Injuries

Because of the size and weight of commercial trucks, injuries are often serious and long-lasting. Some of the injuries seen in truck cases include:

  • Concussions and more severe traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
  • Neck and back injuries, including sprains, strains, and herniated discs
  • Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
  • Broken bones and complex fractures
  • Internal injuries and organ damage
  • Shoulder, knee, and other joint injuries
  • Cuts, scarring, and disfigurement
  • Anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress symptoms

Prompt medical care is important for your health and for documenting the link between the crash and your injuries.

Who May Be Liable for a Truck Accident in Florida?

Truck accident claims can involve more than just the driver. Depending on the facts, potentially responsible parties can include:

  • The truck driver, for negligent driving
  • The trucking company, for unsafe policies, poor training, or negligent hiring and supervision
  • A shipping or loading company, for overloaded or improperly secured cargo
  • A maintenance or repair shop, for failing to fix known problems
  • A manufacturer, if a defective part or system contributed to the crash

Camacho Injury Law looks carefully at each case to identify all possible defendants and insurance policies. That broader view is crucial in serious injury and wrongful death cases.

What Compensation Can You Recover After a Truck Accident?

Every case is unique, and no lawyer can promise a specific result. In general, however, a Florida truck accident claim may seek compensation for:
  • Medical expenses – past and future
  • Lost wages – income you’ve already missed
  • Reduced earning capacity – if you can’t return to the same work or hours
  • Pain and suffering – physical pain, discomfort, and limitations
  • Emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life
  • Property damage – vehicle repair or total loss and diminished value
  • Out-of-pocket costs, like travel to appointments, home modifications, or medical equipment

In fatal truck accidents, surviving family members may have wrongful death claims for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship and guidance.

Steps to Take After a West Palm Beach Truck Accident

If you’ve been involved in a truck accident in West Palm Beach, these steps can help protect your health and your claim:

  1. Call 911 and get emergency help.
  2. Seek medical care as soon as possible, even if you feel “ok” at first.
  3. Document the scene, if you can: photos, video, truck company name, DOT numbers, and witness information.
  4. Write down what you remember about how the crash happened while it’s still fresh.
  5. Be careful with insurance calls, especially from the trucking company’s insurer.
  6. Contact Camacho Injury Law for a free consultation before signing anything or giving detailed statements.

If some of these steps weren’t possible at the time of the crash, the firm can still work with what’s available and look for additional evidence.

Florida Truck Accident Laws and Deadlines in Plain English

Truck accidents are governed by Florida’s personal injury laws, as well as state and federal trucking regulations. A few key points:

  • No-fault/PIP coverage – Many Florida drivers have Personal Injury Protection that can help with initial medical bills and some lost wages, regardless of who was at fault. In serious truck cases, this is often only a small part of the overall picture.
  • Comparative negligence – If you’re found partly at fault, your compensation can be reduced by your percentage of fault. In some situations, being more than 50% at fault can prevent recovery.
  • Deadlines (statute of limitations) – There are strict time limits for filing truck accident lawsuits in Florida. If you wait too long, you may lose the right to bring a case altogether.

Because laws can change and details matter, it’s important to get legal advice tailored to your situation rather than relying only on general information.

Process for Filing a Truck Accident Claim

Step 1 – Free Consultation and Case Review

You speak with the firm about what happened, the injuries, and your concerns. Attorney Camacho listens, answers questions, and gives an honest assessment of potential next steps.

Step 2 – Investigation and Evidence Preservation

The firm gathers records, requests key truck data and documents, speaks with witnesses, and works to preserve important evidence before it’s lost or overwritten.

Step 3 – Medical Recovery and Case Building

While you focus on treatment and recovery, the firm tracks your progress, collects medical records and bills, and assembles a complete picture of your damages.

Step 4 – Settlement Negotiations

When the case is ready, the firm presents a detailed claim to the appropriate insurers and negotiates on your behalf, aiming for a resolution that reflects the full impact of the crash.

Step 5 – Filing Suit, Mediation, and Trial if Needed

If insurers refuse to be fair, the firm can file a lawsuit in Palm Beach County and move the case into discovery, mediation, and, if necessary, trial. Throughout, you’re kept informed and involved in major decisions.

Do You Really Need a West Palm Beach Truck Accident Lawyer?

There is no requirement to hire a lawyer after a truck accident. But truck cases often involve:

  • Multiple companies and policies
  • Technical evidence and trucking regulations
  • Large potential exposure for the defendants

The other side will likely have experienced attorneys and adjusters working to limit what they pay. A West Palm Beach truck accident lawyer helps balance that out, protects your rights, and lets you focus on getting better instead of trying to learn trucking law on the fly.

West Palm Beach Truck Accident FAQs

There are strict deadlines for filing lawsuits after a truck crash, and they can depend on when the crash occurred and who is involved. Because missing a deadline can permanently affect your rights, it’s best to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
You may still be able to recover compensation, but your share of fault can reduce the amount. In some cases, being more than 50% at fault can block recovery. Fault in multi-vehicle truck crashes is rarely simple, so it’s important to have the facts examined carefully.
PIP may cover some initial medical bills. Health insurance can help while the case is pending. Ultimately, you may have claims against the truck driver, trucking company, or other responsible parties, and any liens or reimbursement claims are addressed as part of your settlement or judgment.
In many situations, certain family members can pursue a wrongful death claim. These cases are emotionally and legally complex, and speaking with an attorney experienced in serious injury and wrongful death cases is important.
No. Many resolve through settlement. Some, however, require a lawsuit and potentially a trial when the defendants refuse to make a fair offer. Our firm prepares each case as if it may eventually need to be presented to a judge or jury, while still working to resolve the case in a way that avoids unnecessary stress for clients whenever possible.
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You don’t have to face a trucking company and its insurers alone.

Camacho Injury Law is here to listen, explain the process, and take on the legal and insurance fight so you can focus on healing and taking care of your family. Consultations are free, confidential, and come with no obligation to move forward. Call 561-555-0000 or send a message today to speak with a West Palm Beach truck accident attorney and start getting clear, practical answers about what comes next.

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