Highly Experienced Tampa Commercial Vehicle Accident Litigation Attorneys
Do you need to speak with a Tampa Bay area lawyer about a personal injury from a commercial vehicle accident? For experienced and aggressive legal representation, you can turn to Culpepper Kurland.
Our lawyers are known for their litigation techniques and sharp negotiating skills. Attorneys Brad Culpepper and Brett Kurland have obtained millions of dollars in personal injury suits on behalf of clients throughout Florida. They are an award-winning team that is available 24 hours a day and works on a contingency fee basis.
Handling A Variety Of Commercial Vehicle Claims
Florida Statutes § 322.01 define a commercial motor vehicle as a vehicle that transports goods or paying passengers. Accidents involving commercial vehicles are different from standard car crashes because they involve complex liability. For instance, there may be three or more sources of liability in a commercial vehicle crash.
Our personal injury lawyers handle all types of commercial vehicle accidents, including:
- Semi-trucks, tractor-trailers and 18-wheelers
- Work and delivery vehicles
- Vans and company cars
- Construction vehicles
- Taxi and bus accidents
- Self-driving vehicles
- Rideshare vehicles such as Ubers and Lyfts
- Farm vehicles
- Wrongful death accidents
Our attorneys have experience bringing cases against owners and operators when their failures in maintenance or hours violations lead to fatal accidents. They have an in-depth understanding of the complex rules and regulations governing the interstate commercial vehicle industry. We also have a close network of medical, engineering and accident reconstruction consultants who assist us in commercial crash claims.
Commercial Vehicle Accidents That Cause Severe Injuries And Death
Due to the size and weight of commercial vehicles, people who are involved in commercial accidents often suffer severe injuries such as:
- Paralysis
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Brain damage
- Severe blood loss
- Spinal cord damage
It is critical for victims to contact a personal injury attorney with significant experience in injury litigation. Our lawyers have the knowledge and experience to provide the quality representation you need. Under Florida Statutes Section 95.11, you have only two years from the date of an accident to file your personal injury claim.
How We Can Help With Your Case
Not just anyone should handle a commercial motor vehicle accident claim. The complex nature of commercial accidents, the many regulations that govern them and the high financial stakes involved require skilled attorneys.
Our lawyers regularly handle high-stakes litigation involving commercial vehicles, recovering millions of dollars for our clients. They have appeared before courts in jurisdictions across Florida. They have been named among America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys.
To keep our services affordable, we work on a contingency fee basis. You do not have to pay any fees upfront. In fact, you do not have to pay us anything unless we recover compensation for your damages.
Schedule A Free Consultation With Our Florida Personal Injury Lawyers
If you have been hurt in a commercial vehicle accident, speak with an attorney at our Tampa law office in a free consultation. We are available 24/7. Please call 813.217.5647 or send us an email to begin. We represent clients throughout the Tampa Bay area, including communities throughout Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Pasco County, Manatee County, Polk County and Sarasota County.
Contact Us Today
Let our attorneys put their knowledge and experience to work for you. If you have been injured in a commercial vehicle accident, contact 813.217.5647.
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