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Any collision can cause serious injuries. But when a car or SUV collides with a semi-truck, the difference in size and weight can make the consequences devastating. Large trucks often weigh 20–30 times as much as passenger vehicles, leaving the people in smaller vehicles especially vulnerable.
In 2024, Orange County recorded more than 2,800 crashes involving commercial motor vehicles, resulting in 964 injuries and 18 deaths. For those injured, the impact can extend far beyond the crash itself, with ongoing medical treatment, missed work, and uncertainty about how to pay for it all.
If you’ve been hurt in an 18-wheeler or other commercial truck accident, you shouldn’t have to navigate the aftermath on your own. At Beers & Gordon, you’ll work directly with an experienced Orlando truck accident lawyer who can investigate the crash, handle negotiations with the insurance companies, and pursue compensation for your injuries and losses. Contact us today for a free consultation about your next steps.
After a commercial truck accident, identifying the driver’s mistake is only the beginning. The trucking company, a maintenance provider, or the company responsible for loading the cargo may also have contributed to the crash. Each may have its own insurance coverage and legal team, making it harder to determine who should pay for your injuries.
Trucking companies must also follow state and federal trucking regulations that can affect your case. Driver hours, vehicle maintenance, and cargo weight requirements are all relevant. It takes an experienced truck accident attorney to investigate whether a violation helped cause the collision and identify evidence that might otherwise be overlooked.
That evidence can extend well beyond the police report. Driver logs, maintenance records, dispatch communications, and electronic data from the truck may help explain what happened. Meanwhile, the trucking company may already have representatives gathering information to protect its interests. Getting an attorney involved early allows your legal team to take steps to preserve records before they’re lost or overwritten.
At Beers & Gordon, we understand that commercial truck insurance can involve multiple policies and coverage that isn’t immediately apparent. Our Orlando truck accident law firm investigates the people, companies, and insurance policies involved so your claim accounts for more than what’s visible at the crash scene.
Whether you were hit by an 18-wheeler on the highway or a dump truck on a local road, you need an attorney who understands the unique aspects of truck accidents. Beers & Gordon has handled cases involving semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, dump trucks, concrete mixers, and other commercial transport vehicles.
These collisions can happen when a fatigued driver fails to brake, a truck changes lanes without enough clearance, or poorly maintained equipment fails. Inadequate driver training, speeding, and improperly secured cargo can also put other motorists at risk. Understanding the causes of truck accidents helps us determine where to focus the investigation and whose conduct may have contributed to your injuries.
You don’t need to know exactly what went wrong before contacting us. Tell us what you remember, and we can help identify what needs to be investigated.
The cost of a truck accident can reach far beyond your first hospital bill. You may need ongoing treatment, be unable to return to the same job, or find that pain limits activities you once took for granted.
Your claim should account for those lasting effects.
Depending on your injuries and the circumstances of your case, compensation may include:
At Beers & Gordon, we look at the full extent your injuries have had on your daily life as well as what your recovery may require going forward. Medical records, income documentation, and even expert evaluations help us build a case for the compensation we pursue.
No attorney can promise what your case will be worth. But you deserve to understand what a settlement would cover before deciding whether to accept it. We’ll explain your options and help you evaluate whether an offer accounts for both your current losses and your future needs.
If you’re able, these steps can help protect important information and give your attorney a starting point.
If your injuries prevented you from taking these steps, you can still reach out for help. Beers & Gordon can review what’s available and identify other ways to document what happened.
For more detail, read our guide on what to do after a semi-truck accident.
You shouldn’t have to wonder what your attorney is doing or where your case stands. At Beers & Gordon, we explain each stage, keep you informed, and help you understand the decisions ahead.
Not every truck accident claim requires a lawsuit, and filing one doesn’t automatically mean going to trial. We’ll help you understand which steps make sense for your case and why.
The trucking company’s insurer has experience handling claims like yours. They often have a risk manager whose job at the trucking company is to defend their company and start the process of gathering evidence immediately. You deserve an attorney who understands how that insurer evaluates cases, challenges evidence, and approaches settlement negotiations.
Before founding Beers & Gordon, Jim Gordon and David Beers represented insurance companies. That background helps us anticipate the arguments you may face and prepare a case that addresses them. Today, Jim leads the firm’s day-to-day representation of injured clients, while David serves as of counsel and is board certified in Civil Trial Law.
When you hire our firm, you’ll work directly with an attorney who knows your case and can explain your options. You’ll have someone to ask about a settlement offer, a concern about your claim, or what happens next. We give you an honest assessment so you can make decisions with a clear understanding of what’s at stake.
We also bring experience taking cases to trial. If negotiations don’t produce a fair offer, you need a lawyer who is comfortable presenting your case in court. At Beers & Gordon, trial is a step we’re prepared to take when your case calls for it.
Beers & Gordon handles truck accident cases on a contingency basis, which means you don’t pay unless we win and our attorney’s fee is a percentage of the compensation recovered. We offer free consultations and don’t require upfront payment to get started. We’ll explain the fee agreement and how case expenses are handled before you decide to hire us.
Depending on your coverage, Personal Injury Protection (PIP), MedPay, or health insurance may help pay for treatment while your case proceeds. If Florida PIP applies, you need initial medical care within 14 days of the crash to qualify for benefits.
If you’re struggling to access treatment, we can discuss whether a provider may accept a letter of protection, which allows payment to be deferred under an agreement. It doesn’t erase the bill or guarantee that a settlement will cover it. Learn more about how medical bills are paid after an accident.
For most negligence claims arising from crashes on or after March 24, 2023, Florida allows two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit. Different deadlines or additional requirements can apply depending on the claim and parties involved.
Don’t wait until the deadline approaches. Contacting an attorney early gives your legal team time to investigate, preserve evidence, and determine which deadlines apply to your case.
Yes. You don’t have to be a Florida resident to contact Beers & Gordon about a truck accident that happened in Orlando. We represent out-of-state clients and offer virtual consultations, so you can discuss your case after returning home. If your case requires travel or an in-person appearance later, we’ll explain that and help you prepare.
An out-of-state headquarters doesn’t automatically prevent you from pursuing a claim after an Orlando truck accident. Interstate trucking cases can involve several companies and insurance policies. We can investigate who may be responsible, identify available coverage, and determine where a lawsuit can properly be filed if one becomes necessary.
Yes. Our office is in Oviedo, and we represent people injured in truck accidents throughout Orlando and the surrounding Central Florida communities. You can arrange a free consultation at our office or meet with us virtually to discuss what happened and your options for moving forward.
Medical bills, missed work, and calls from insurance companies can leave you feeling pressured to make decisions before you know what your recovery will involve. You deserve time to understand your options and clear advice from someone looking out for you.
At Beers & Gordon, we’ll listen to what happened, answer your questions, and explain how we can help. Whether you’re ready to hire an attorney or still deciding what to do, your consultation is free.
Call or text (407) 862-1825 to speak with our team, or request your free consultation online.
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