Determining Fault After a Truck Accident

Answer:

Trucking cases are unique cases. Many times, we come across a fact pattern where it looks like our own client might bear some responsibility. Does the client still have a case? The answer is yes. There are certain exceptions to that, but generally speaking, yes.

Here’s why. Florida is what is known as a comparative negligence state, which means that for example, if we go to court and try your case and a jury awards you some money, but they say, for example, you were 50% at fault, the judge will reduce that verdict by 50%. You still are award something, so don’t shy away from your case simply because you think you may be at fault.

If you’ve been hurt in such circumstances in Northeast Florida, Nassau County, Duval County, or the other counties of Northeast Florida, or Southeast Georgia, go ahead and call us. We’ll sit down. We’ll go over your case and see how best we can present your case.