New Smyrna Beach trucking accident lawyer

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 New Smyrna Beach residents hurt and unable to work or enjoy their lives.

New Smyrna Beach 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, New Smyrna Beach 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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Florida is a No-Fault State

When a Florida resident gets into a car accident, several state laws affect the insurance claims and lawsuits that might result. Let's examine a few of those laws, including Florida's status as a no-fault state, how long drivers have to file court cases after a crash, and how Florida's "pure" comparative fault rule might affect the case.

Florida is a No-Fault State
The most important thing to note about Florida law if you've been in a car accident is that Florida is a no-fault car insurance state. That means, if you've been injured in a car accident in Florida, you'll need to first turn to your own car insurance coverage to get compensation for your injuries and other losses stemming from the accident, regardless of who was at fault for the accident.

Only in certain cases can you step outside the no-fault system and try to hold the other driver liable for your injuries -- meaning you can file a liability claim with the other driver's insurer or file a personal injury lawsuit against him or her. In Florida, only car accidents that result in permanent injury, or significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement, will take a claim outside of the no-fault system.

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Motorcycle accidents are almost always serious

Motorcycle accidents are almost always serious, especially when they involve high speeds, unyielding stationary objects or other moving vehicles. With no seatbelts to keep you from being thrown, no airbags to cushion the impact and no metal to protect you, a motorcycle accident can result in severe injuries or death.

Despite preventive actions and safety features (helmets), motorcycle accidents will and do occur. Serious bodily harm and even death are often the result of such tragic occurrences. The lack of a protective barrier between the driver and the road ultimately leaves motorcyclists in a very vulnerable position.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents:

-Motorcycle-Car/Truck Collision: Sometimes car and truck drivers pull out in front of the biker at the last minute, cut off the motorcyclist, make a U-turn in front of the biker, or otherwise violate the motorcyclist’s right of way. The car/truck often does not see the biker due to blind spots, driving conditions (hard to detect at night or in poor weather), or they are distracted (texting, talking on cell
phone).
-Sudden-Stop Collision: Rear-end collisions where the driver of the motor vehicle stops for some unknown reason and the motorcyclist crashes into the back of their vehicle.
-Open Door Accidents: Parked cars and vehicles that open the door directly into the biker’s path.
-Road Conditions: Debris on the road, trash thrown out the window, groves, gravel, or lose pavement can cause a bike to skid out from under the rider. Road construction and railroad crossings can also put bikers at risk.

Call Colette Heck Law today, your Ormond Beach auto injury attorney.

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Colette Heck will fight for you

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 Daytona Beach Area auto accident attorney at the Law Offices of Colette Heck, it's personal: She cares about you and your family. Her whole office staff cares about you and Colette Heck will fight for you. Call them 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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Motor Acceident ? Call today!

Motor vehicle accidents cause the loss of time, property, health and even life. Such accidents occur because of elements including driver error, negligence, manufacturing defects and dangerous weather. No matter what the specific cause or result, a crash can turn a normal day into a prolonged struggle. Speaking with a personal injury lawyer can help you sort out your rights, your options and your future.

When you have been in an auto accident, you may have a sense of who caused it. Issues of fault, however, can be complicated by who acted when and which laws governed the situation. If the other driver was negligent, you may have to prove that the driver breached a duty of care to you and that the breach caused your damages. The assistance of an attorney can be immensely valuable at this time, whether you are battling an insurance company, seeking compensation for your injuries or defending yourself in court.

Sometimes the at-fault driver is more than merely negligent; he or she may have acted recklessly or even intentionally. A reckless driver acts with conscious disregard for the probable consequences of his or her actions. Road rage incidents often involve reckless behavior, and they can escalate into intentional behavior. Road rage in particular can be extremely dangerous, leading to injuries and criminal charges. Generally, aggressive drivers are a serious threat to safety. Speeding and taking other risks contributes significantly to highway and other driving fatalities.

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