Trucking Accidents

A Tampa truck accident can devastate your life

Large trucks are an indispensable part of interstate commerce, especially when the Tampa Port Authority claims to be the largest cargo tonnage port in Florida. 

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that more than 4,000 people are killed and injured each year in truck accidents.  Because 18-wheeler big rigs can weigh between 10,000 to 80,000 pounds with multiple trailers, people in cars will always represent a disproportionate percentage of fatalities in Florida truck accidents.

Morgenstern & Herd, P.A. handles truck accident and wrongful death cases where often multiple parties may be at fault—negligent truck driver, commercial owner or operator, or a truck manufacturer. 

Although complicated state and federal regulations govern cargo, loading, weight, maintenance and operation of big rigs, serious Florida truck accidents are common, and may be due to:

For each case, we also review many aspects of the truck's operation:

Morgenstern & Herd, P.A. is a formidable opponent.  We always strive to settle cases out of court first but we are ready to take your case to the next level if necessary.  We use many experts that help us prepare every case—medical experts, truck-driving specialists, and accident reconstruction specialists. 

Florida truck accident injuries

If you or loved one has been injured or killed in a Florida truck accident, contact Morgenstern & Herd, P.A. today to set up a free consultation.