Florida Truck Accident Attorney

If you've been injured in a truck accident in Florida, understanding your state's laws is critical to protecting your rights and maximizing your compensation.

Average Settlement

$550,000 – $1,800,000

Statute of Limitations

2 years from the date of the accident (reduced from 4 years in 2023)

Attorney Fee

33-40% contingency

Fault Rule in Florida

Modified comparative fault (51% bar) — you cannot recover if you are 51% or more at fault (changed from pure comparative in 2023)

Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Florida

  • I-95 and I-75 long-haul crashes
  • Turnpike high-speed collisions
  • Port of Jacksonville freight traffic
  • Tourist-area delivery truck accidents

Key Facts

  • Florida recently shortened its statute of limitations to 2 years
  • Florida changed to modified comparative fault in 2023, making fault assessment more critical
  • Florida has among the highest truck accident fatality rates in the nation
  • Port traffic from Jacksonville, Tampa, and Miami generates heavy truck volumes

Get a Free Consultation in Florida

Don't wait — Florida's statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of the accident (reduced from 4 years in 2023). Contact a truck accident attorney today.

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