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Truck Accident
When a truck accident happens, chaos often follows. Between injuries, insurance calls, and damage to your vehicle—or your truck—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But the moments right after a crash are critical. Taking the right steps can protect your health, your rights, and your financial future.
At The Morgan Law Group, we help truck accident victims—drivers and passengers alike—navigate the complex aftermath of serious collisions.. If you’ve been injured, here’s what to do next.
Step 1: Prioritize Safety and Medical Attention
Your health comes first. Call 911 immediately. Even if your injuries seem minor, adrenaline can mask serious trauma. Truck accidents often involve high speeds and heavy impacts—internal injuries, head trauma, or spinal issues may not be immediately obvious.
Pro tip: Ask for a copy of the paramedic or ER report. This will help document your condition from the start.
Step 2: Document Everything at the Scene (If You Can)
If you’re physically able and it’s safe to do so, collect evidence:
- Take photos and videos of all vehicles, road conditions, skid marks, and visible injuries.
- Record witness names and contact information.
- Note the truck company name, license plate, and DOT number.
This evidence could be vital if the trucking company disputes liability—or if key data “disappears” later.
Step 3: Preserve Trucking Evidence (This Part is Critical)
Commercial trucks are equipped with black boxes (ELDs) that log braking, speed, hours of service, and more. But this data can be lost, overwritten, or even deleted unless legal action is taken quickly.
An experienced trucking accident attorney can send a spoliation letter to preserve:
- The black box data
- Driver logs
- Maintenance records
- Dashcam footage
- Dispatch communications
Don’t wait—every day that passes risks losing vital proof.
Step 4: Don’t Speak to the Insurance Company Alone
Insurance companies are trained to minimize payouts. Their adjusters may sound friendly, but their goal is to get you to say something that can be used against your claim.
Never agree to:
- Give a recorded statement
- Sign a release form
- Accept a quick settlement
Instead, refer them to your attorney. The Morgan Law Group handles all communications for our clients to protect their rights from Day One.
Step 5: Contact a Florida Truck Accident Attorney ASAP
Truck accidents are not just “big car accidents.” They involve:
- Federal safety regulations (FMCSA rules)
- Multiple liable parties (driver, trucking company, cargo loader, etc.)
- High-stakes insurance policies
You need a law firm that understands how to build a strong case—fast.
At The Morgan Law Group, our team investigates every detail, works with expert accident reconstructionists, and fights for the full compensation you deserve. Whether you’re a truck driver injured on the job or a passenger vehicle driver hit by a semi, we’re here to help you recover physically and financially.
Final Thoughts
You only get one shot at a truck accident claim—and trucking companies move fast to protect themselves. You should too.
Don’t wait. Call The Morgan Law Group today at (888) 904-252 for a free consultation. We’re available 24/7, and you don’t pay unless we win.
