Speak with an Orlando truck accident attorney at Michael T. Gibson, P.A., Auto Justice Attorney about your injuries and insurance claim. You may be facing more treatment, time away from work, or the loss of someone you love. We listen to what happened, investigate the crash, and deal with the insurer for you once you hire us.
Tell us what you need help with first.
No attorney fee unless we recover compensation. We explain case expenses before you hire us.
When you call Michael T. Gibson, P.A., Auto Justice Attorney, our Orlando truck accident lawyers start by listening. Tell us how the crash has affected you and what you need help with now. We represent people injured in truck crashes and families who have lost a loved one. You can also ask us for a second review if you have been blamed for the collision.
If the trucking company disputes what happened, we have the resources to bring in accident-reconstruction professionals and test its account against the evidence. We handle lawsuits in-house. You can read below about a truck case other firms declined and the investigation that changed its course.
You also need help with the bills and calls that keep coming. We help move property-damage and medical-payment claims forward. Our AutoJustice Advantage includes virtual intake and a Client Communication Guarantee, so ask us how those services would work for you.
Your consultation is free. We’ll explain the attorney fee and case expenses before you decide to hire us. There is no upfront attorney fee and no attorney fee unless we recover compensation.
A tractor-trailer on I-4, a delivery truck on a neighborhood street, and a dump truck leaving a work site can raise different questions. Large trucks need more room to stop and turn, and their blind spots can hide a nearby car. We look at how the truck was driven and whether its condition or cargo contributed to the crash.
The driver may be only part of the investigation. We identify who employed the driver, who owned the truck, and who loaded or maintained it. That helps us determine which people or businesses may be responsible for your injuries or your family’s loss.
We handle claims involving lasting injuries and fatal crashes. If the company blames you, we examine its account alongside the other evidence before advising you.
A trucking company may send investigators to the scene while you are still getting medical care. The crash report is a starting point for our investigation. Our truck accident lawyers also look for recordings, electronic records, and the vehicles themselves.
In our truck cases, Michael has seen how a general request to save evidence can leave important records unaddressed. We identify what needs to be kept and who has it, then seek preservation and inspection before the truck is repaired or the car leaves the tow yard.
Electronic logs and supporting trip records can help establish when the driver was working and driving. We compare those records with the trip and the circumstances of the collision.
Road-facing and driver-facing cameras may tell different parts of the story. We also investigate available vehicle data and nearby recordings. A camera does not always record or retain footage.
An inspection may reveal damage, brake problems, or other conditions relevant to the crash. Maintenance records and required post-crash testing may also matter, depending on what happened.
Federal rules require covered driver-duty records and supporting documents to be kept for at least six months after receipt. That minimum does not cover every recording or make it safe to wait. 49 CFR §395.8(k)(1)
If the trucking company says you caused the crash, we test that account against the evidence. When a case needs reconstruction work, we bring in professionals to examine how the vehicles came together.
The name on the truck may not identify every responsible business. We examine the companies behind the trip and what each one did. Our truck accident attorneys also investigate the insurance available to cover the claim.
In a fatal dump-truck case, that work led to recoveries from multiple companies in the hauling project.
We explain how an offer compares with your losses and future needs, what insurance is available, and what the release would mean.
You decide whether to accept. If a lawsuit is needed, we prepare for that work and explain what we will need from you.
You should know who is handling your case, where it stands, and what decisions are ahead. We explain how to reach your legal team.
Ask us about our Client Communication Guarantee and its terms before you hire us.
A rear-end collision can look straightforward until someone reconstructs how the vehicles came together. In a case on I-10 near Tallahassee, other firms had declined to represent the driver who hit the back of a truck.
We brought in reconstruction professionals. The investigation focused on the truck’s merging speed, and the truck driver later admitted it was unsafe. We recovered more than $2 million for our client. That result depended on the facts of that case.
If another firm has turned down your case, you can ask us to review it. We’ll explain whether we see a basis to help; a second review does not guarantee we can take the case or obtain compensation.
An adjuster’s statement is a position to examine. We compare it with the physical evidence, the records, and the accounts of people who saw the collision.
For negligence claims subject to Florida’s rule, a person more than 50% responsible for their own harm cannot recover. At 50% or less, damages are reduced by their share of fault. §768.81
Bring the crash report if you have it, any photographs, and letters about the claim. Tell us what the insurer or the other firm said and whether you have signed anything.
An offer may cover the bills on your kitchen table and still leave you paying for care next year. Before we advise you on a settlement, we look at what the injury has already cost you and what your doctors expect you to need.
We review medical records and the need for further treatment, rehabilitation, or assistance at home. If your recovery is still uncertain, we explain why that matters before you sign a release.
Missing work can mean more than a few lost paychecks. We look at time already missed and whether lasting limitations affect the work you can do or the income you can earn.
Tell us what you can no longer do comfortably, or at all. Florida limits pain-and-suffering damages in some motor-vehicle claims. We check which rules apply and what evidence is needed to support this part of your claim. §627.737
The extent of your losses does not guarantee that insurance or other available sources will cover them. We explain those limits alongside the evidence about fault, so you can weigh an offer with a clearer picture of your case.
These cases involved disputed fault, fatal injuries, and more than one business behind a truck’s work. The details explain how we approached each claim.
A company truck hit our clients head-on, killing one person and injuring another. The insurer initially disputed liability. We obtained video from a nearby home that established fault.
Read the caseA tractor-trailer struck a family’s car at night, killing one child and injuring other family members. We recovered compensation in a case where the carrier blamed our client.
Read the caseOur client died when another truck struck his truck head-on on I-95. We pursued a wrongful death claim and recovered compensation for his family.
Read the caseA dump truck locked its brakes and crossed traffic, killing one client and seriously injuring another. We investigated the dirt-hauling project and recovered from the companies involved.
Read the casePast results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is judged on its own merits.
Call to discuss what happened and the records that may need attention now. You don’t have to wait until treatment is finished.
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Start My Free ConsultationYou may be arranging a funeral, worrying about lost income, and waiting for someone to explain how the crash happened. You can call us before you have those answers. If you hire us, we investigate the crash and handle communications about the claim with the insurer, giving you more time to attend to your family.
Florida’s personal representative brings the wrongful death action for the survivors and the estate. We explain that role and how the claim relates to probate. §768.20
Let us know if an estate has been opened or a representative appointed. Those arrangements do not need to be finished before you contact us about preserving crash evidence.
Florida generally allows two years for a wrongful death lawsuit. The type of claim and applicable exceptions matter. Ask us to check the deadline for your family. §95.11
Michael’s grandmother helped raise him. After his family lost her in 2002, they pursued a nursing-home negligence case. He remembers being the person looking for answers and relying on someone else to explain the process.
When you call us after a loss, we’ll explain what we know and what still needs investigation. You can ask about the case without knowing how to put a value on what your family has lost.
“I never make a promise that I can’t keep.”
If your family wants to understand how the crash happened before discussing compensation, tell us. Those questions deserve attention too.
When you call, we’ll explain which members of our team would work on your case. Michael brings years of truck-case experience; Todd leads our litigation work.
Michael was born and raised in Clearwater and came to Central Florida to attend the University of Central Florida. He earned his law degree at Florida A&M University College of Law and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2006.
Much of Michael’s own practice has involved truck crashes, including fatal and catastrophic injury cases. He looks closely at the investigation a case needs and the questions that must be answered before advising a client about settlement.
“I don't represent insurance companies, corporations, or hospitals, and I never will.”Read Michael's bio
Todd grew up in Central Florida, studied at the University of Central Florida, and earned his law degree at Florida A&M University College of Law. Before joining us, he worked at a large personal injury firm and tried cases to verdict.
As our partner and lead attorney, Todd handles litigation work that includes depositions, mediation, and trial preparation. We consider that experience when deciding how to staff a case that may need a lawsuit.
Read Todd's bioThese reviews describe clients’ experiences with our firm across different types of cases. Read more client reviews.
Absolutely great experience working with Todd Curtain Esq. and Kim on my case. From the start, outstanding communication and responsiveness with all aspects of my case. They treat you with the utmost respect and truly want to help you.
Excellent service, they explain everything from A to Z and very transparent about how everything is going to work. For accidents Michael T Gibson will be your best representative.
I appreciate TODD and his Team so much! They made the process smooth and easy! Thank you guys for all your hard work, they made the impossible possible!
Everyone I spoke with at the office were very courteous and helpful. Always available to answer any questions. Always kept me up-to-date on the progress of my case.
I had a great experience with this firm! Amanda the one who took care of my case was exceptional! I will recommend this firm to any of my family and friends. !!
Great firm. Had an issue and needed help. Their intake staff was super helpful and pointed me in the right direction.
You can speak with our Orlando truck accident lawyers without paying for a consultation. If you hire us, there is no upfront attorney fee and no attorney fee unless we recover compensation.
We advance case costs. Before you decide to hire us, we explain the written fee agreement, how expenses are handled, and what would be deducted from a recovery. You should understand those terms before signing.
You don’t need to know the legal terms to call us. Start with what happened and the question you need answered first.
Florida generally allows two years for negligence and wrongful death actions under §95.11. The date, type of claim, and exceptions can change the answer. Ask us to check the deadline for your circumstances. The filing deadline is separate from the need to preserve vehicles, recordings, and other evidence.
Before giving the carrier’s insurer a recorded statement or signing a release, get advice about what it is asking for. We can review the request with you. This does not mean ignoring reporting or cooperation duties under your own insurance policy.
We need to understand fault, the injuries, the effect on work and daily life, and the insurance available before discussing value. We explain how an offer compares with the losses and uncertainties in your case.
We investigate whether the truck had road-facing or driver-facing cameras, who controls the recordings, and whether footage is still available. Some trucks have no usable video. We also look for recordings from nearby homes, businesses, and other vehicles.
Yes. A family member can contact us to explain what happened and ask about the first steps. We will discuss who can make decisions or sign documents for you, based on your circumstances.
First, make sure you understand the losses the offer covers and the claims you would give up. We review the offer, your treatment needs, lost income, and the proposed release with you. A release can prevent further recovery on the claims it covers. If you have already signed one, let us review it before assuming the claim can be reopened.
Hiring us does not by itself mean your case will go to trial. We investigate and negotiate, and we handle lawsuits in-house when litigation is needed. We cannot promise that your case will settle. If it moves toward a lawsuit or trial, we explain the next steps and what your involvement would be.
The carrier’s headquarters do not by themselves determine where you need to hire counsel. Our Orlando office handles truck cases in Florida. We review where the crash happened, the businesses involved, and where a claim can properly be brought.
Ask who will handle the case, how the firm preserves trucking evidence, and how fees and expenses work. Ask how you will reach the team and hear about developments. You can bring those questions to a free consultation with us at our Orlando office.
Our Orlando truck accident lawyers represent injured people and families across Central Florida. If the crash happened on I-4, Florida’s Turnpike, or a local road, tell us where it happened and which vehicles were involved.
The counties below are areas we serve from this office. Call to discuss your case and how we can arrange the first conversation.
Call us about the crash, the injuries, or the questions your family still needs answered. We’ll listen, discuss whether we can help, and explain what hiring us would involve. The consultation is free. If you prefer to write, use the consultation form.
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