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"Truck accident victims may be blind-sided by expenses following an accident. What may appear to be even minor injuries can result in a victim’s being out of work for weeks. More serious injuries can be life-changing. Truck accident victims need to seek an experienced truck accident attorney immediately following an accident. We at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. will assist you in understanding your recourse following an accident,” said Attorney Randall Spivey.

Florida law allows victims of truck accidents to make a claim for damages against the negligent party in an accident. The claim can include:

Medical:

• Reimbursement for past, present, and future medical expenses, such as:
  • Ambulance transportation from the accident scene
  • Emergency room expenses including testing, scans, surgery where there may be multiple providers
  • Durable medical equipment which can include a wheelchair, crutches, special braces, or a prosthesis if there is an amputation
  • Hospitalization costs including a possible stay in an ICU
  • Surgical costs for which there may be multiple bills for each surgery i.e. operating surgeon, anesthesiologist, and the hospital itself for the use of the operating room.
• Continuing tests and scans which may be repeated to follow the recovery process
• Skilled care facility charges if the accident victim cannot return home following an accident
• Physical therapy may be required to restore strength, flexibility, and mobility
• Occupational therapy to learn how to cope with the limitations caused by the injury
• Psychological therapy if a victim is struggling with emotional issues because of the accident
• Vehicle modifications may need to be done to allow a victim to drive again
• Home accommodations necessitated because of the accident, i.e. if the victim needs a wheelchair, home renovations may need to be done, such as adding a ramp to enter and leave, along with other accommodations, such as bathroom and kitchen modifications.
• In-home care after accident victims return home if they are not able to care for themselves.

Loss of Income:

• When claiming lost income, an accident claim should include lost time spent during the recovery process, going to medical appointments, the difference between previous work hours and modified work hours, training, and tools for a potential new position.

Pain and Suffering:

• Pain and suffering may include emotional difficulties such as PTSD, the inability to participate in previous activities, and potential embarrassment caused by the accident.

“If you or a loved one is injured because of the negligence of another, after seeking medical attention, please contact our Florida experienced legal team. We will be by your side during the whole process. We represent people involved in numerous types of personal injury and wrongful death accidents throughout the state of Florida. All of our clients have unique personal injury cases. Our firm provides personal contact and communication along with aggressive representation. There are no costs or attorney fees until we receive a monetary recovery for you, and we are available to assist you 24/7,” said Attorney Spivey.

Fort Myers Accident Lawyer Randall L. Spivey is a Board Certified Trial Attorney – the highest recognition for competence bestowed by the Florida Bar and a distinction earned by just one percent (1%) of Florida attorneys.  He has handled over 2,000 personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout Florida.  For a free and confidential consultation to discuss your legal rights, contact  Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., in Lee County at 239.337.7483 or toll-free at 1.888.477.4839, or by email to Randall@SpiveyLaw.com.  Visit SpiveyLaw.com for more information.  You can contact Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. in Charlotte County at 941.764.7748 and in Collier County at 239.793.7748.