Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawyer in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

While commercial vehicles serve necessary purposes, they also pose many dangers to all Florida road users. If you've been injured in a commercial vehicle accident, a commercial vehicle accident lawyer in Palm Beach Gardens at Schwed, Adams & McGinley, P.A., is prepared to fight for full compensation.

Commercial Vehicle Accident Overview

Leading Causes Common Injuries Steps to Take Compensation Why Choose Schwed, Adams & McGinley, P.A. FAQs

Aggressive Representation for Victims of Commercial Vehicle Accidents in Palm Beach Gardens

Accidents involving commercial vehicles are rarely minor. Whether it’s a delivery van, utility truck, or company car, these crashes often result in serious injuries and complicated legal questions. At Schwed, Adams & McGinley, P.A., we bring over 200 years of combined trial experience to cases like yours, helping clients recover after devastating crashes across Florida. We’re not a settlement mill. We take on tough, high-stakes litigation and win, often accepting referrals from other attorneys who trust our team with their most complex commercial cases.

What Makes Commercial Vehicle Accidents So Complicated?

Unlike standard passenger car crashes, commercial vehicle accidents involve businesses, corporate insurers, fleet maintenance companies, and commercial drivers, who are subject to different liability rules. That means more defendants, more insurance layers, and more finger-pointing. Our seasoned commercial vehicle accident attorneys know how to cut through the confusion. We immediately launch a thorough investigation, preserve critical evidence like logbooks and maintenance records, and work with reconstruction experts to prove liability. We’re not afraid of big companies or aggressive insurers. In fact, many of our commercial vehicle injury attorneys have worked on the defense side and know exactly how to beat them.

Leading Causes of Commercial Vehicle Accidents

In Palm Beach Gardens and throughout Florida, we’ve seen commercial crashes caused by:

Distracted or fatigued drivers
Improperly loaded or overloaded vehicles
Speeding or aggressive driving
Failure to follow safety protocols
Inadequate driver training
Poor vehicle maintenance

These types of negligence can turn a routine workday into a devastating collision in seconds. Commercial vehicles are often heavier, more powerful, and less maneuverable than standard passenger cars, which increases the risk of catastrophic outcomes. Whether your injuries were caused by a negligent delivery driver or a malfunctioning service truck, a commercial vehicle injury attorney from our firm will hold the responsible parties accountable and pursue full compensation on your behalf.

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What Are Common Injuries Resulting From Commercial Vehicle Accidents?

Commercial vehicle accidents often result in severe, life-altering injuries due to the size and weight of the vehicles involved. Even at lower speeds, the impact can cause significant trauma that requires immediate medical attention and long-term care.

Common injuries include

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and concussions
Spinal cord injuries, including partial or complete paralysis
Broken bones and complex fractures
Internal organ damage and internal bleeding
Severe neck and back injuries, including herniated discs
Whiplash and soft tissue injuries
Severe lacerations and scarring or disfigurement
Burns and road rash from vehicle impact or fires

Recovery from these injuries can involve extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and time away from work, placing additional strain on victims and their families. Schwed, Adams & McGinley, P.A. helps injured individuals and their families understand their legal options and pursue the compensation needed to move forward after a serious commercial vehicle accident.

What Steps Should I Take After a Commercial Vehicle Accident?

After a commercial vehicle accident, the steps you take in the moments and days that follow can have a major impact on your health, safety, and ability to recover compensation. Because these crashes often involve large trucking or commercial companies and their insurers, it is important to act carefully and protect your rights from the very beginning.

Steps you should take include

Seek immediate medical attention, even if injuries seem minor
Call law enforcement and ensure an official accident report is filed
Document the scene with photos of vehicles, injuries, and road conditions
Collect contact and insurance information from all involved parties
Gather witness names and statements if possible
Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies without legal advice
Keep records of medical treatment, expenses, and time missed from work
Contact an experienced attorney at Schwed, Adams & McGinley, P.A. as soon as possible

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What Compensation Can You Recover?

Every case is different, but we fight for full and fair compensation that may include:

Medical expenses and future treatment
Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Disability and long-term care needs
Property damage and out-of-pocket costs

We work with life care planners, economists, and medical professionals to build a strong, evidence-backed case that reflects your actual losses, not just the surface-level damages insurers like to acknowledge. Our personal injury lawyers in Palm Beach Gardens ensure that your compensation not only covers past and present expenses and suffering but also any future needs.

Why Choose the Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawyers at Schwed, Adams & McGinley, P.A. in Palm Beach Gardens?

Commercial vehicle accident cases can be more complicated than standard car accident claims because they often involve serious injuries, company insurance policies, and multiple potentially liable parties. Whether the crash involved a delivery truck, work vehicle, or tractor-trailer, it is important to have a legal team prepared to stand up to large companies and insurers. Our Palm Beach personal injury attorneys are frequently trusted with complex commercial vehicle accident claims referred by other lawyers when litigation may be necessary, and we have taken hundreds of accident cases to verdict. In 2024 alone, more than 500 matters were referred to our firm because of our trial-focused approach. By maintaining a deliberately selective caseload, we provide every client with direct attorney attention and strategies tailored to the unique challenges of commercial vehicle accident claims, while continuing our long-standing commitment to the Palm Beach Gardens community.

Our attorneys are affiliated with respected legal organizations, including:

American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
Palm Beach County Bar Association
Palm Beach County Justice Association
America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys®
Martindale-Hubbell with an AV Rating

If you are searching for a commercial vehicle accident attorney in Palm Beach Gardens who is prepared to aggressively pursue your case and take it to trial when necessary, contact our team today to schedule a consultation.

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Commercial Vehicle Accidents FAQs

Who is liable in a commercial vehicle accident?

Liability may fall on multiple parties, including the driver, their employer, a third-party maintenance provider, or even the vehicle manufacturer. Our commercial vehicle accident lawyers investigate every angle to identify all responsible parties.

Should I speak with the company’s insurance adjuster?

No. These adjusters are trained to minimize payouts and may try to get you to say something that can hurt your claim. Always speak with a qualified commercial vehicle injury lawyer first.

What if I were partially at fault?

Florida’s modified comparative negligence system allows you to recover damages as long as you’re not more than 50% at fault. Your recovery may be reduced, but you may still have a valid claim. Let our commercial vehicle accident attorney evaluate your specific situation to maximize your compensation.

How long do I have to file a claim?

In Florida, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is typically two years from the date of the accident. However, waiting can jeopardize evidence, so don’t delay. If you fail to file a personal injury claim within this time limit, you will likely be barred from any recovery.

Do you charge for consultations?

No. We offer free consultations, and with our contingency fees, you won’t pay anything unless we win your case.

How do you prove negligence in a commercial vehicle accident case?

To establish negligence, it must be shown that the driver or trucking company failed to act with reasonable care and that this failure directly caused the crash and resulting injuries. This can include unsafe driving, inadequate training, overloaded cargo, or violations of federal and state safety regulations. Attorneys build these cases by carefully investigating what happened and identifying all responsible parties.

Will my case have to go to trial?

Not necessarily. Many commercial vehicle accident cases are resolved through settlement negotiations with insurance companies. However, if the insurer refuses to offer fair compensation, litigation and trial may become necessary. Our attorneys prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which often strengthens their negotiating position and increases the likelihood of a favorable settlement.

What type of evidence is important in commercial vehicle accident cases?

Important evidence often includes police reports, photos and video from the scene, witness statements, black box (ECM) data, driver logs, maintenance and inspection records, and medical documentation. At Schwed, Adams & McGinley, P.A., our team moves quickly to preserve and analyze this evidence before it is lost or altered, which is often critical to proving liability and damages.