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State-specific legal information for truck accident cases in Florida. Find attorneys who understand Florida law, statute of limitations, and fault rules.
How Florida Compares: Truck Accident Statistics & Legal Impact
Florida vs. National Average
Comparing truck accident statistics
Source: FMCSA Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts 2022
Fault System Impact
Example: If you're 30% at fault
Under Florida's System:
You can recover 70% of damages. Your 30% fault reduces award proportionally.
Statute of Limitations
4 years
Personal injury claims
Wrongful death: 2 years
Fault System
Florida follows pure comparative negligence. You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault, t...
Damage Caps
No Caps
Florida does not cap compensatory damages in most personal injury cases. There a...
Settlement Calculator
Estimate your potential case value for Florida
Past and future medical costs
Lost income and earning capacity
Based on injury severity (1 = minor, 5 = catastrophic)
Florida uses pure comparative negligence system, your 0% fault may prevent recovery. Consult an attorney immediately to review your options.
$135,000 - $225,000
Actual settlements vary based on evidence, defendant conduct, and case-specific factors
Florida Statute of Limitations
Personal Injury Claims
4 years
From the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline bars your claim permanently.
Wrongful Death Claims
2 years
From the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Family members must act quickly.
Legal citation: Fla. Stat. § 95.11
Don't Wait Until the Deadline
Even though you have 4 years, trucking companies can legally destroy ELD data and logs after 6 months. Contact an attorney immediately to preserve evidence. Read more about statute of limitations exceptions.
Florida Fault System
Florida follows pure comparative negligence. You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault, though your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. This is highly favorable for accident victims.
What This Means for Your Case
Florida's pure comparative negligence system is plaintiff-friendly. Even if you were partially at fault, you can still recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. This makes it possible to pursue cases that might be barred in other states.
Legal citation: Fla. Stat. § 768.81
Florida Damage Caps
Florida does not cap compensatory damages in most personal injury cases. There are no limits on economic or non-economic damages for truck accident victims. Punitive damages are capped at 3x compensatory damages or $500,000, whichever is greater.
Legal citation: Fla. Stat. § 768.73
Notable Florida Settlements & Verdicts
Recent case results demonstrate the value of strong legal representation
Verdict for family after trucking company failed to properly train driver involved in fatal I-95 collision.
Settlement for TBI victim struck by 18-wheeler on I-4 near Tampa.
Important: Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case is unique and depends on specific facts, evidence, and legal circumstances. These examples demonstrate the potential value of truck accident cases with strong liability evidence.
High-Risk Truck Routes in Florida
Major highways with elevated truck accident rates
Interstate 95
Major east coast corridor through Florida with heavy truck traffic from ports to distribution centers.
Interstate 75
Western Florida route connecting Tampa to Georgia with significant freight and tourist traffic.
Interstate 4
Cross-state route between Tampa and Orlando/Daytona Beach, one of the most dangerous highways in America.
Interstate 10
Northern Florida east-west corridor connecting Jacksonville to Pensacola with heavy commercial traffic.
Safety Tip: If you were injured on one of these high-risk routes, evidence preservation is critical. Dashboard cameras, witness statements, and electronic logging device (ELD) data can prove negligence.
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Primary Sources:
- •FMCSA
- •NHTSA
- •CVSA
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