Semi-Truck Accidents

According to the federal government, semi-trucks*, big trucking rigs, 18 wheelers, and buses cause thousands of accidents and automobile accidents a year resulting in thousands of fatalities and severe injuries.

At the Chestnut Firm we have seen, researched, and had our clients tell us about all types of trucking accidents.  There are many types of these accidents, and some of them could be the result of driver error. 

Some types of Truck Accidents:

• Truck Brake Malfunctions
• Brake failure while going downhill or on mountain highways
• Truck Rollovers
• Tire Malfunctions
• Truck Jackknifes
• Tired Long-Haul Drivers
• Underride Accidents
• Head-on Collisions
• Rear Ended Collisions
• Highway or Interstate Pileups
• Side Collisions

If you or your family member has been involved in an accident or a family member has died as the result of the negligence of a commercial trucking or bus company, you will want to consult a law firm that has experience in taking the proper steps to reserve your legal rights.  That is the Chestnut Firm. 

The Chestnut Firm first listens and gathers a full understanding of the facts of your case.  Then and only then The Chestnut Firm will let you know how we can help you and your family.  Once we hear the facts of your case, The Chestnut Firm will offer you an honest, straight-forward assessment of the merits of your case and advise you of your possible options.

With legal offices located throughout North Florida and Central Florida (Jacksonville, Orlando and Gainesville), The Chestnut Firm’s offices are conveniently located near you.  If not, please contact us today and we will make arrangements to come to you.   

Our consultations are free of charge, and we know that we will treat you and your family with the compassion needed during these difficult times. 

*A large truck is defined as a truck with the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) greater than 10,000 pounds.  A bus is defined as a motor vehicle designed to carry more than 10 passengers, not including the driver.  Sources: Vehicle Miles of Travel and Registered Vehicles: Federal Highway Administration. Fatal Crashes, Vehicles Involved, and Fatalities: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS).