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─ Have you been hurt or lost a loved one in a truck accident in Destin, Florida?
At Brannon & Brannon Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers, we have secured millions of dollars in compensation for those who have been injured. Contact our Destin truck accident lawyers at (850) 863-5297 to schedule your free consultation.
You may be eligible to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and the physical and emotional impact of your injuries. Our firm is proud to represent accident victims throughout Northwest Florida with dedication and proven results.
For more than 30 years, our truck accident attorneys have fought to protect the rights of individuals affected by serious accidents. We are ready to help you pursue the financial recovery you need to move forward.
We understand how overwhelming life can feel after a catastrophic accident. Brannon & Brannon Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers is here to help you move forward. As local attorneys, we have built a strong record of success throughout the Florida Panhandle.
With more than 60 years of combined experience, we bring knowledge, dedication, and personal care to every case. We approach each situation as if we were helping a member of our own family. As a father and son team with deep ties to the community, supporting our neighbors during difficult times is at the heart of what we do.
Call our Destin truck accident lawyers today to learn how we can assist you. Your initial consultation is completely free and comes with no obligation, so you can get the answers you need with confidence.
We understand you are trying to put your life back together after an accident. You need time to heal, both physically and emotionally. When your injuries were caused by someone else, you should not be left dealing with the financial burden that follows.
Our firm has handled hundreds of cases and delivered strong results for our clients. Over the years, we have secured numerous six figure recoveries. Do not settle for less than you deserve from an insurance company focused on protecting its bottom line.
Our Destin personal injury lawyers will take care of every detail of your case from start to finish. We will conduct a thorough investigation to determine what caused your accident and who is responsible. Our team will review all available evidence and build a strong case on your behalf. We handle all communication and negotiations with insurance companies and at fault parties, while pursuing a settlement that reflects the full extent of your losses. If needed, we are fully prepared to take your case to court and fight for the outcome you deserve.
Since 1990, we have been dedicated to helping injury victims recover meaningful compensation. We understand the local landscape, and insurance companies know we are ready to stand firm for our clients.
Our founding partner began his career representing insurance companies, which gives us valuable insight into how they operate. We use that knowledge to your advantage. We believe in your case, and you pay nothing unless we win.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2019, 678 fatal vehicle crashes in Florida involved a large truck. That’s almost two per day statewide.
Nationwide, 538,000 large trucks were involved in accidents in 2019. That’s over 1,400 collisions per day across the nation involving big rigs. Of those, 5,005 resulted in fatalities. Another 159,000 caused injuries.
Each case will be a little different based on the specific facts involved. When you hire the right attorney, you’re more likely to win your case. One study found that you could get as much as 3.5 times more money than if you try to handle the case yourself.
Some factors that affect the value of your case include:
These are just a few general examples. You can rest assured that we want you to get the full compensation that you’re due. Contact us as soon as possible after your accident so that we have adequate time to investigate every avenue for recovery.
If someone else is responsible for your accident, they need to pay for the consequences.
Damages are typically divided into two categories:
Economic damages can include:
Non-economic damages are often referred to generally as “pain and suffering” and can cover:
We frequently hire experts to assist in calculating damages. Expert reports help not only get an accurate and fair number, but they also add authority to the calculation for damages. Such reports can be convincing even in the early stages of litigation and can help with settlement demands.
Yes. Because Florida is a “no-fault” state, you’ll at least get something from your own insurance company.
If you pursue additional compensation because your insurance doesn’t cover all of your losses, you’ll still be able to recover some compensation as long as you are not mostly at fault for the accident. Under the state’s modified comparative fault statute, your compensation will be reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to you.
Insurance companies (especially ones backing big trucking companies) will try to get away with paying as little as possible. They think they can just put all the blame on you and not have to pay anything.
Having the right attorney can make all the difference in the amount of compensation you receive for your accident claim. We’ll fight back aggressively against any allegations of blame. Even if you were somewhat to blame, you shouldn’t give up any more compensation than is fair.
Crashes involving commercial trucks can be devastating due to the size, weight, and speed involved. Many of these accidents happen on freeways at high speeds and involve multiple vehicles. It’s not uncommon to see more serious injuries than in a typical car accident.
Some common injuries we see are:
Whether it’s a minor injury that might heal in a few weeks or a catastrophic injury that causes you a lifetime of suffering, you shouldn’t have to foot the bill.
Semi-trucks are hard to maneuver because they are big and heavy. It takes them longer to stop, and they can’t dodge obstacles quickly.
Some common causes of truck accidents are:
These complex cases frequently involve multiple parties. The truck driver, the trucking company, the owner of the cargo may all be different entities. We’ll examine every aspect of your accident to determine who did what so that at-fault parties can be held responsible.
Most semi-truck crashes are caused by carelessness. So most cases will be based on negligence, a legal theory that imposes liability on someone for failing to act cautiously.
To prove negligence, you’ll need to prove each of its four elements:
The legal standard for negligence is a preponderance of the evidence. This means you’ll have to prove that it was more likely than not that the defendant’s actions caused your injuries.
Evidence to prove your case could include:
We dive into the evidence to build your best case. That means supporting your demand for damages as well as refuting unfair allegations of blame against you.
This will depend on the facts of your case. Florida requires drivers to carry Personal Injury Protection (“PIP”) coverage. After a crash, you’ll be required to turn to your own provider for benefits first.
If your damages exceed your policy limits or if the provider just won’t pay, you might be able to file a lawsuit or submit a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance provider. We can help you fight at this stage, even before a lawsuit is filed.
If your PIP doesn’t cover your injuries (very likely in a trucking accident), then we’ll pursue the at-fault parties for your full compensation.
Liable parties could include:
Basically, any party in the chain of events that caused your injury could potentially shoulder some responsibility.
If you’re filing a lawsuit based on injuries you sustained, then you’ll have two years. If you are pursuing damages for the loss of a loved one, you’ll also have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Trucking cases are complex and could be subject to other deadlines than the ones listed here. We highly recommend contacting an experienced Destin trucking accident attorney as soon as possible after your crash. It takes time to perform an initial investigation. You’ll be in a better position to get the maximum compensation if your legal team has a jump on your case.