How Can a Truck Accident Lawyer Help You?

Although trucking companies say they set high driving standards for their employees, truck drivers contribute to thousands of accidents each year. If you've been injured by a semi-truck or commercial vehicle, you need accurate representation from a qualified lawyer who will help you seek just compensation. When you need a truck accident lawyer serving Orange City, FL, let Colette Heck help. She will fight for your rights.

How Can a Truck Accident Lawyer Help?
Federal regulations require truck drivers to work no more than 70 hours a week and drive no more than 11 hours per day. However, many semi-truck drivers drive more hours than they should. Some companies keep fraudulent log books, and others fail to maintain their trucks so they can save money on maintenance and repair costs.

As a result, trucking companies scramble to protect their driver even when he or she was fully or partially responsible for the accident. This means that when you're seeking compensation after a truck accident, you need a lawyer who will begin the liability investigation immediately.

Colette Heck will work to accurately investigate liability in truck accident cases. Colette Heck will investigate the role of the truck driver in the crash, as well as the truck's maintenance and the trucking company's liability. Colette Heck will pursue every avenue as they explore what caused the crash and who should be held responsible.

Contact Colette Heck Law today!

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Drunk driving is a third degree felony.

Drunk drivers willfully and needlessly endanger the life of others. According to the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, 33,625 people were convicted of driving under the influence last year alone. When someone decides to drive drunk innocent drivers and passengers are in immediate danger. These cases are more difficult than many people realize. It is not about just reckless driving. It's also about tracing the beverage or substance trail back to the source to make those who foster, encourage, or enable drunk or drug impaired drivers.

Drunk driving is a third degree felony under Florida Statutes and is punishable in by incarceration. Under Florida law, drivers with a blood alcohol level of .08 or higher are above the legal limit. Furthermore, drunk drivers that cause accidents and serious injuries such as a traumatic brain or closed head injury can also be subject additional civil liability for punitive damages under Florida Statutes 768.762.

Damages in a drunk driving case include amounts for past and future medical bills, loss of earnings, loss of a loved one, pain and suffering, permanent disability and punitive damages. This is because drunk driving is reckless disregard for the life and safety of others. Drunk driving cases can also include claims not just against the drunk driver but may include legal liability from other third parties such as establishments where the alcohol was served. Florida's vendor responsibility act requires alcohol establishments to teach their employees to serve alcohol responsibly to the public.

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Florida is what is called a "no-fault state."

Florida is what is called a "no-fault state." Under Florida's no-fault law, drivers are only required to have a minimum of $10,000 of Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance coverage and a minimum of $10,000 of Property Damage Liability insurance coverage. As a result, even if a negligent driver has the minimum insurance coverage required by law, there may still be insufficient coverage to fully compensate accident victims for their injuries.

If you or someone you know have been involved in a motor vehicle accident with an uninsured or under-insured driver, you may still be able to obtain compensation for your injuries if you or a resident relative have uninsured motorist insurance coverage on your automobile insurance policy. Uninsured motorist coverage is an optional coverage in Florida that allows accident victims to make a claim under their own insurance policy for compensation for injuries caused by a negligent uninsured or under-insured driver up to the limit stated in the policy. Compensation may be recovered for medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, disability and for the wrongful death of a family member. In the case of an under-insured driver, the victim's UM/UIM policy may cover the balance of the value of his/her injuries not covered by the under-insured driver's policy. For example, if a negligent driver has only $10,000 of liability insurance coverage and the injured victim suffered injuries valued at $1 million, the victim's insurance company may be responsible for paying the balance up to the policy limits. It is not always clear to the injured victim what his/her policy limits are since UM/UIM coverage can be "stacking" or "non-staking" and can have a single limit or one limit per person and another per accident limit. It is important to have a qualified car accident attorney who understands the intricacies of the laws governing this type of claim.

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Rear-end collisions are the most common types of car accidents today.

Rear-end collisions are some of the most common types of car accidents on the roads today. These types of accidents occur when the front end of an automobile hits the back of the car in front of it. Although many of these collisions happen at relatively low speeds, the impact can still cause serious bodily injury to the occupants. Our attorneys know that not all rear-end collisions occur at low speeds. Colette Heck has represented victims of high speed, highway rear-end collisions where the injuries were truly catastrophic in nature.

There are many reasons that rear-end crashes occur. The most common cause is driver inattentiveness or distraction whether due to reading text messages, talking on a cell phone, conversation/ argument with a passenger, checking e-mail, use of navigation system or radio. Tailgating and racing can also result in a rear-end collision among other negligent acts or omissions.

Injuries most commonly associated with low-speed rear-end collisions include damage to the soft tissues of the body such as sprains or strains to the muscles supporting the spinal cord, injuries to the inter-vertebral discs (Herniated disc or HNP), spinal cord injuries and closed head injuries, which can result in a traumatic brain injury (TBI) / brain damage and permanent disability. When the accident is the result of a high speed impact to the rear, the injuries are often very serious and even fatal. They can include spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, burn injury, fractures, amputation, nerve damage, herniated disc and even death.

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Florida law imposes a duty to stop at the scene of an accident.

Florida law imposes a duty to stop at the scene of an accident and exchange information with the other driver.  If a party appears to be injured, the law imposes an additional duty to render reasonable aid and call for emergency help if necessary.  When a driver leaves the scene without stopping and providing information, and the accident resulted in personal injury or death to another person, the driver has committed a third degree felony, punishable by significant jail time and fines.

Because many hit and run drivers flee the scene for fear of being caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, criminal proceedings often accompany a civil law suit. The injuries suffered by victims of these accidents are often severe, life-altering and even fatal.

However, even hit and run victims may be able to seek compensation for injuries, pain and suffering, medical bills and lost wages.  Accident victims with uninsured motorist coverage may be able to make a claim under their own insurance policy. If the hit and run driver was driving a work vehicle at the time of the accident or was on a work errand, an accident victim may seek compensation for injuries by filing a law suit against the employer or owner of the vehicle. Victims of a Florida hit and run accident who have suffered personal injuries or family members of those killed in a hit and run accident may also be able to bring criminal charges against the driver, if the person can be located by police.

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Colette Heck can help you get the compensation you are entitled to!

Serious car accidents may involve head trauma, spinal cord injuries, amputations and long-term disability. Most insurance companies, committed to profit for their shareholders, employ a number of tactics to reduce or minimize claim settlements and payments. As a result, many car accident injury victims have little choice but to go to court to recover compensation proportional to the actual cost of their injuries.

I-95 and I-4 are home to some of the most challenging driving conditions in the United States. Many of the car and truck accidents in this area occur on our highways. High speeds combined with heavy use make Daytona highways prime real estate for serious motor vehicle incidents. If you have been hurt in an accident on Florida highways, our DeLand car accident attorneys can help you.

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Colette Heck cares about you and your family!

If someone in a motor vehicle or a commercial truck has hurt you, an experienced and passionate advocate can make all the difference. For your Holly Hill auto accident attorney at the Law Offices of Colette Heck, it's personal: She cares about you and your family. Our whole office staff cares about you and Colette Heck will fight for you. Call us today at 386-253-3033 to set up a free consultation. We represent victims of auto accidents throughout Central Florida, including Brevard County, Orange County, Volusia County, Seminole County, and Flagler County. Our office is in Daytona Beach, Florida.

These are just some of the areas that Colette Heck covers: Multi Vehicle Accidents, Side Impact Accidents, Rear Impact Collisions, Head On Collisions, High Speed Collisions, Low-Speed Collisions, and Vehicle Roll Over

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Although trucking companies say they set high driving standards for their employees, truck drivers contribute to thousands of accidents each year. If you've been injured by a semi-truck or commercial vehicle, you need accurate representation from a qualified lawyer who will help you seek just compensation. When you need a truck accident lawyer in Holly Hill, FL, let Colette Heck help. She will fight for your rights.

How Can a Truck Accident Lawyer Help?
Federal regulations require truck drivers to work no more than 70 hours a week and drive no more than 11 hours per day. However, many semi-truck drivers drive more hours than they should. Some companies keep fraudulent log books, and others fail to maintain their trucks so they can save money on maintenance and repair costs.

As a result, trucking companies scramble to protect their driver even when he or she was fully or partially responsible for the accident. This means that when you're seeking compensation after a truck accident, you need a lawyer who will begin the liability investigation immediately.

Colette Heck will work to accurately investigate liability in truck accident cases. Colette Heck will investigate the role of the truck driver in the crash, as well as the truck's maintenance and the trucking company's liability. Colette Heck will pursue every avenue as they explore what caused the crash and who should be held responsible.

Contact Colette Heck Law today!

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Trucking Accidents: Colette Heck Law

Although trucking companies say they set high driving standards for their employees, truck drivers contribute to thousands of accidents each year. If you've been injured by a semi-truck or commercial vehicle, you need accurate representation from a qualified lawyer who will help you seek just compensation. When you need a truck accident lawyer in Port Orange, FL, let Colette Heck help. She will fight for your rights.

How Can a Truck Accident Lawyer Help?
Federal regulations require truck drivers to work no more than 70 hours a week and drive no more than 11 hours per day. However, many semi-truck drivers drive more hours than they should. Some companies keep fraudulent log books, and others fail to maintain their trucks so they can save money on maintenance and repair costs.

As a result, trucking companies scramble to protect their driver even when he or she was fully or partially responsible for the accident. This means that when you're seeking compensation after a truck accident, you need a lawyer who will begin the liability investigation immediately.

Colette Heck will work to accurately investigate liability in truck accident cases. Colette Heck will investigate the role of the truck driver in the crash, as well as the truck's maintenance and the trucking company's liability. Colette Heck will pursue every avenue as they explore what caused the crash and who should be held responsible.

Contact Colette Heck Law today!

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Colette Heck Has The Real-World Experience

Injuries Trucking Accidents can include:

-Multiple broken bones.
-Head injuries that leave victims with devastating brain damage.
-Spinal cord injuries that cause lifelong paralysis.
-Organ damage that spells lasting health issues.
-Deep cuts that heal into disfiguring scars.

Colette Heck Law has the experience of working with experts to hold the truck driver and trucking company accountable for their negligence or carelessness. She is committed to ensuring that she presents the most compelling case on behalf of her clients. When you’ve been severely injured, you want the peace of mind that comes from knowing you’ve put your trust in an attorney who is committed to protecting your rights and representing your best interests. Colette Heck is not afraid of big insurance companies, powerful trucking companies or any other parties responsible for leaving Port Orange residents hurt and unable to work or enjoy their lives.

Port Orange trucking accident attorney Colette Heck is an aggressive advocate for the victims of accidents caused by large trucks. The sheer weight and momentum of a tractor-trailer or other big truck can cause devastating injuries when an accident occurs. If you or someone you care about has been hurt in a trucking accident, Port Orange trucking accident lawyer Colette Heck has the real-world experience that can make a difference in recovering the monetary damages you need to help with the medical and financial challenges caused by a commercial trucking accident.

Contact Colette Heck Law today!

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