Monthly Archives: October 2025
Commercial Vehicle Accidents & Double Jeopardy
Most people who grew up in the United States are at least somewhat familiar with the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, which is defined as being tried twice for the same crime. However, when a commercial vehicle accident or other road crash happens, it is not… Read More »
Tractor-Trailer Fails To Stop, Causes 18-Car Pile-Up
In late August 2025, a tractor-trailer driver on I-95 failed to stop as traffic became more congested near Ives Dairy Road in north Miami-Dade. The failure led to a massive chain reaction which injured 29 people and involved 18 different vehicles. Traffic had to be diverted for hours after a fuel leak was reported,… Read More »
Tractor-Trailer Bursts Into Flames On I-275
In early September, a tractor-trailer crashed on I-275 in Pinellas County and burst into flames, causing a serious headache for morning travelers. The Florida Highway Patrol reported that the driver allegedly “failed to negotiate a curve,” causing the vehicle to overturn, after which an apparent fuel leak caused the fire. The driver was taken… Read More »
Possible Defendants In A Commercial Vehicle Accident Case
An accident involving a commercial vehicle is more likely to cause serious injuries than any crash between two cars. The size, stopping distance, and weight of these vehicles can cause harm or even death, but it can be extremely difficult to determine just who bears liability for the suffering of victims. In this type… Read More »
Disabled Pedestrian Struck By Tractor-Trailer
In September 2025, a Jacksonville woman in a motorized wheelchair was trying to cross a road in Winter Springs when she was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer. The tractor-trailer driver had been trying to turn, and neither he nor the pedestrian apparently saw each other before the impact. While the driver was cooperative… Read More »
How Does No-Fault Insurance Apply In Commercial Vehicle Accidents?
In most U.S. states, an auto accident that ends in injuries or death is handled in court, with the plaintiff attempting to establish the defendant’s liability. In Florida, cases of this type that involve only minor injuries are handled through the state’s no-fault insurance system. While cases involving commercial vehicles are less likely to… Read More »
Potential Parties To A Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawsuit
In an average car accident case in Florida, there is usually one plaintiff and one defendant. In an accident involving a commercial vehicle, however, it is possible to have many different defendants, which can make the legal process much more complex. If you have been in this type of accident with a commercial vehicle,… Read More »
Two Tractor-Trailers Collide In Fiery Sumter County Accident
In late September 2025, one tractor-trailer struck another while trying to make a turn at an intersection in rural Sumter County. Both vehicles ‘burst into flames,’ and while one of the drivers was able to escape, the other could not; he was pronounced dead at the scene. While no one else was injured, according… Read More »
How Do I Hold An Employer Liable For A Commercial Vehicle Accident?
If you are involved in a commercial vehicle accident in Florida, you may be considering filing suit to hold a negligent driver accountable. However, it is important to keep in mind that the driver may not be the only defendant who played a role in causing your injuries. A legal theory known as vicarious… Read More »
