{"id":24450,"date":"2026-08-16T19:04:25","date_gmt":"2026-08-16T19:04:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/catastrophic-truck-accident-injuries\/florida-truck-accident-catastrophic-injury-lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-08-17T21:55:37","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T21:55:37","slug":"florida-truck-accident-catastrophic-injury-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/catastrophic-truck-accident-injuries\/florida-truck-accident-catastrophic-injury-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Florida Truck Accident Catastrophic Injury Lawyer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Damaged semi truck and crushed passenger vehicle at the scene of a serious highway collision.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-at-the-scen-photo-1.png\" width=\"1408\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-at-the-scen-photo-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-at-the-scen-photo-1-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-at-the-scen-photo-1-768x419.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-at-the-scen-photo-1-1024x559.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-crushed-passenger-vehicle-at-the-scen-photo-1.png 1408w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1408px) 100vw, 1408px\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\">Truck Accident Injury Attorneys \u00b7 Florida<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">When a Truck Crash Changes Everything, You Need Answers That Match the Stakes<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);\">Large-truck collisions can leave families facing paralysis, brain injury, amputation, severe burns, or the loss of someone they love. Our licensed Florida attorneys help you understand your rights and pursue the full recovery a catastrophic case demands.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Request a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Why Families Turn to CHG<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Florida Bar<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Admitted, licensed attorneys<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Nationwide<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Cases handled across the U.S.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Catastrophic<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Serious, life-altering injuries only<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Bilingual<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">English &amp; Spanish support<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published August 16, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Florida Truck Accident Catastrophic Injury Lawyer: How These Claims Work and How We Help<\/h2>\n<p>Did a commercial truck crash leave you with a permanent, life-changing injury? Did it take a loved one? A Florida truck accident catastrophic injury lawyer can help. We can look into what happened, find who is responsible, and seek full payment for lifelong harm. This page explains how these claims work, what Florida law says, and what our firm does at each step.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a commercial truck or 18-wheeler crash left you with a permanent injury or took someone you love, you may have a claim \u2014 and you don&#x27;t have to face it alone. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-on-a-highway-at-dusk-after-a-ser-photo-1024x434.png\" alt=\"Overturned commercial truck on a highway at dusk after a serious collision.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1024\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-on-a-highway-at-dusk-after-a-ser-photo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-on-a-highway-at-dusk-after-a-ser-photo-300x127.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-on-a-highway-at-dusk-after-a-ser-photo-768x326.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-on-a-highway-at-dusk-after-a-ser-photo-1024x434.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-on-a-highway-at-dusk-after-a-ser-photo-1536x652.png 1536w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/overturned-commercial-truck-on-a-highway-at-dusk-after-a-ser-photo.png 1584w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>When a Truck Crash Changes Everything<\/h2>\n<p>An 18-wheeler or delivery-truck crash can end a life in seconds. Or it can change one forever. This page is about the most serious outcomes. We mean injuries that leave lasting harm, and crashes that took a family member.<\/p>\n<p>We focus only on catastrophic harm from truck crashes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spinal cord injuries and paralysis (paraplegia and quadriplegia)<\/li>\n<li>Traumatic brain injury (TBI)<\/li>\n<li>Amputation and limb loss<\/li>\n<li>Severe burns<\/li>\n<li>Catastrophic back and neck injuries<\/li>\n<li>Fatal crashes, handled as wrongful-death claims for the family<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Right now you may face surgeries, growing bills, and lost income. You may have hard questions about the future. That&#8217;s a crisis, not just paperwork. CHG Personal Injury Lawyers represents catastrophic truck-crash victims across Florida and nationwide. We offer a free case evaluation.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk with our team about your truck crash<\/a> whenever you&#8217;re ready.<\/p>\n<h2>Who This Page Is For<\/h2>\n<p>This page is for people and families dealing with permanent harm after a commercial truck crash. That includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The injured person who now can&#8217;t work or needs lifelong care<\/li>\n<li>A family member acting for a loved one who can&#8217;t speak for themselves<\/li>\n<li>Families who lost someone and want to understand a wrongful-death claim<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We do not handle minor injuries like whiplash, small fractures, or fender-benders. Our work centers on serious, permanent, life-changing harm.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Catastrophic Truck Cases Are Different (and Harder)<\/h2>\n<p>Truck cases are harder than ordinary car crashes. More parties, more rules, and more money are at stake. In the catastrophic cases our attorneys handle, several things set truck claims apart.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Many possible defendants.<\/strong> The driver, the trucking company (called the motor carrier), cargo loaders, repair contractors, and parts makers can all share fault.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Federal rules add to Florida law.<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/\">Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)<\/a> sets rules for driver hours, licensing, and vehicle upkeep. A broken rule can help prove negligence (careless or unsafe behavior).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bigger insurance, faster defense.<\/strong> Large policies mean insurers and defense teams move fast to limit what they pay.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence disappears fast.<\/strong> Logs, camera footage, and the truck&#8217;s data can be lost or written over within weeks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That&#8217;s why acting early matters. You can learn more on our <a href=\"\/resources\/truck-accidents\/\">truck accidents<\/a> hub.<\/p>\n<h2>What Our Truck Accident Representation Covers<\/h2>\n<p>We handle the full case, from the first investigation to trial if needed. We do the legal work so you can focus on healing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Investigation and evidence.<\/strong> We move quickly to secure the truck&#8217;s black box (also called the electronic control module, or ECM) data, driver logs, dashcam video, and repair records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Finding every responsible party.<\/strong> We find each at-fault party and every insurance policy that may apply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proving the true cost.<\/strong> We work with doctors and life-care planners to document lifelong medical and money needs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rebuilding the crash.<\/strong> We use crash reconstruction to show the cause. That could be fatigue, an overloaded truck, poor upkeep, or a mechanical failure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Handling the insurers.<\/strong> We manage all talks and negotiation. We file suit and go to court when a fair offer doesn&#8217;t come.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We handle the catastrophic outcomes that follow truck crashes. These include <a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injuries\/\">spinal cord injuries<\/a>, traumatic brain injuries, <a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-injuries\/\">amputation injuries<\/a>, <a href=\"\/resources\/severe-burn-injuries\/\">severe burn injuries<\/a>, and wrongful death.<\/p>\n<h2>Florida Law That Affects Your Truck Accident Claim<\/h2>\n<p>Florida law shapes what you can recover, how fault is shared, and how long you have to act. Here&#8217;s what matters most.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the 51% rule in Florida?<\/h3>\n<p>Florida uses a rule called modified comparative negligence. This shares fault between the people involved. Under this rule, you usually recover nothing if you&#8217;re found more than 50% at fault. If you&#8217;re 50% or less at fault, your recovery drops by your share. This rule comes from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7768.81<\/a>. So even if you were partly to blame, you may still have a claim.<\/p>\n<h3>What counts as a serious injury?<\/h3>\n<p>A serious injury usually means permanent harm. It can also mean a major loss of an important body function, permanent scarring, or death. Catastrophic truck injuries almost always meet this bar. These include <a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/paralysis\/\">paralysis<\/a>, TBI, amputation, and severe burns. Spinal cord injuries alone can cause lasting loss of movement and feeling. They can also affect breathing and bladder and bowel control, per the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/spinal-cord-injury\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20377890\">Mayo Clinic<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>How long do I have to file?<\/h3>\n<p>Florida sets a firm deadline. For most negligence claims that started on or after March 24, 2023, the deadline is two years, under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a795.11<\/a>. Evidence vanishes and deadlines pass. So acting soon protects your claim.<\/p>\n<p>This is general information, not legal advice about your specific case.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What Compensation May Be Available<\/h2>\n<p>Compensation in a catastrophic truck case aims to cover the full, lifelong impact of the injury. Every case is different, so amounts vary with the facts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Economic damages<\/strong> are your money losses. They may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Emergency and ongoing medical care and rehab<\/li>\n<li>Assistive devices, and changes to your home and vehicle<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages and lost future earning ability<\/li>\n<li>Long-term life-care costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Non-economic damages<\/strong> cover harm that isn&#8217;t a bill. They may include pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and disfigurement.<\/p>\n<p>In a fatal crash, eligible family members may bring a <strong>wrongful-death claim<\/strong> under Florida law. We can&#8217;t promise or predict any amount. But we can build the strongest, best-documented case the facts allow.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>The process follows a clear path, from your first call to the result. Here&#8217;s what to expect.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free case evaluation.<\/strong> You tell us what happened. We listen and explain your options at no cost.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigate and preserve.<\/strong> We send preservation letters fast so logs and ECM data aren&#8217;t erased.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Build the full picture.<\/strong> We work with your doctors and experts to document lifelong impact while you focus on recovery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Identify who&#8217;s liable.<\/strong> We find every at-fault party and insurer, and we handle talks for you.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiate or litigate.<\/strong> We push for a fair result and file suit if the offer falls short.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Catastrophic cases often take time. Fully proving a lifelong injury is worth doing right, not rushing.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Choose CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>We focus on catastrophic, life-changing injuries, not routine claims. That focus shapes how we investigate, document, and fight these cases.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Focused practice<\/strong> in serious, permanent injuries and wrongful death<\/li>\n<li><strong>Licensed attorneys<\/strong> admitted to the Florida Bar. We serve Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, and all of Florida, and we take cases nationwide.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bilingual (English\/Spanish)<\/strong> support for clients and families<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resources<\/strong> to investigate trucking companies and stand up to their insurers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We don&#8217;t make win-rate or &#8220;best&#8221; claims. We&#8217;ll tell you honestly how we approach your case.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What should I not say to an insurance adjuster?<\/summary><p>Don&#8217;t guess about facts. Don&#8217;t play down your injuries. And don&#8217;t give a recorded statement to the trucking company&#8217;s insurer before you get advice. What you say early can be used to lower your recovery.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the hardest injury to prove?<\/summary><p>Traumatic brain injuries and other &#8220;invisible&#8221; injuries are often hardest. They may not show on basic scans. Careful medical records and qualified experts help make the harm clear.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much does it cost to hire the firm?<\/summary><p>We work on a contingency fee. This means you generally pay attorney&#8217;s fees only if we recover money for you. Your first case evaluation is free.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the crash was fatal?<\/summary><p>Under Florida law, a personal representative brings the wrongful-death claim for eligible surviving family members. We handle these cases with dignity, centered on your family.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do you handle cases outside Florida?<\/summary><p>Yes. We&#8217;re Florida-based and take catastrophic truck-crash cases nationwide.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-document-a-commercial-truck-collision-beside-a-photo-1-1024x572.png\" alt=\"Investigators document a commercial truck collision beside a closed highway lane in Florida.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-document-a-commercial-truck-collision-beside-a-photo-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-document-a-commercial-truck-collision-beside-a-photo-1-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-document-a-commercial-truck-collision-beside-a-photo-1-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-document-a-commercial-truck-collision-beside-a-photo-1-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/investigators-document-a-commercial-truck-collision-beside-a-photo-1.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With a Florida Truck Accident Catastrophic Injury Lawyer<\/h2>\n<p>Deciding what to do after a life-changing truck crash is overwhelming. You shouldn&#8217;t have to decide alone. Did a commercial truck or 18-wheeler crash leave you or a loved one with a permanent injury? Did it take someone you love? <a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Reach out to CHG Personal Injury Lawyers for<\/a> a free case evaluation. People facing exactly this situation contact us regularly.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Catastrophic Truck-Crash Injuries We Handle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spinal Cord Injuries &amp; Paralysis<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Damage that causes paraplegia or quadriplegia and permanent loss of function, often demanding a lifetime of care.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--lightbulb\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Traumatic Brain Injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Head trauma that affects memory, speech, mood, and independence \u2014 sometimes without obvious outward signs.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amputations &amp; Severe Burns<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Limb loss and serious burn injuries from crushing impacts, fires, or fuel exposure in a heavy-vehicle collision.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wrongful Death<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a crash takes a life, we help the family understand a wrongful-death claim and what they can do next, with dignity and care.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,#900000);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Be Careful What You Say to the Trucking Company&#x27;s Insurer<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#x27;t guess about facts, don&#x27;t play down your injuries, and don&#x27;t give a recorded statement before you get advice. What you say early can be used to reduce your recovery. 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