Garbage Truck Accidents
Though garbage trucks do not travel many miles, they are often involved in accidents. According to a recent study, on average, per 100 million miles driven, disposal trucks are involved in more fatal accidents than any other vehicle on the road.
The trucking accident attorneys at the Shaked Law Firm know the dangers and risks that garbage trucks pose and how to highlight them when we litigate a case.
Many of Florida’s laws are not applied to garbage trucks but their operators still have the duty and responsibility of driving safely and abiding by their rules and regulations.
An additional threat that garbage trucks pose is that they spend most of their time in populated areas including neighborhoods and cities. Garbage trucks stop very frequently and maneuver in odd positions which causes many accidents. Florida law has specific directions for garbage truck operators to execute in order to safely collect garbage. If these rules are not followed, the garbage truck company may be at fault in an accident.
If you a loved one has been injured in a garbage truck accident in Florida, contact the Shaked Law Firm today to speak to a garbage truck accident attorney.
Our experienced Miami truck accident lawyers are eager to begin working for you!