{"id":97811,"date":"2026-10-31T18:32:04","date_gmt":"2026-10-31T18:32:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/catastrophic-amazon-truck-crash-injuries-south-florida\/"},"modified":"2026-11-05T22:26:14","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T22:26:14","slug":"catastrophic-amazon-truck-crash-injuries-south-florida","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/catastrophic-amazon-truck-crash-injuries-south-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Catastrophic Amazon Truck Injuries in South Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-97810\" alt=\"An unmarked cargo delivery van with hazard lights on, parked on a quiet Florida residential street after a collision.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-unmarked-cargo-delivery-van-with-hazard-lights-on-parked-photo.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-unmarked-cargo-delivery-van-with-hazard-lights-on-parked-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-unmarked-cargo-delivery-van-with-hazard-lights-on-parked-photo-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-unmarked-cargo-delivery-van-with-hazard-lights-on-parked-photo-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-unmarked-cargo-delivery-van-with-hazard-lights-on-parked-photo-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-unmarked-cargo-delivery-van-with-hazard-lights-on-parked-photo.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><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\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Florida Truck Accident Claims | South Florida<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Catastrophic Amazon Truck Injuries in South Florida<\/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);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">When a delivery truck crash changes your life or your family&#x27;s, you deserve clear answers. CHG Personal Injury Lawyers helps injured people and families across Florida understand their options after serious <a href=\"\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/\">Amazon truck accidents<\/a>.<\/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\">Get a Free Consultation<\/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\/\">Get a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/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 October 31, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>If you are trying to understand catastrophic Amazon truck accident injuries, start with the basics. A catastrophic injury is serious, long-lasting, or permanent harm. Examples include a spinal cord injury or a brain injury. When a delivery truck causes that harm, the injured person or their family may have a claim against the people or companies responsible.<\/p>\n<p>This page offers general information about these kinds of cases. It covers the injuries, who may be responsible, the evidence, and the deadlines. It is general information, not medical advice. Please follow your doctors&#8217; care.<\/p>\n<h2>Who This Page Is For and What a Catastrophic Injury Means<\/h2>\n<p>This page is for people hurt in a large truck crash. It is also for families who have lost someone in one.<\/p>\n<p>Often the truck is an Amazon delivery vehicle. Sometimes it is run by a company that delivers for Amazon.<\/p>\n<p>Picture an ordinary drive on I-95 in Miami-Dade. A large delivery truck drifts into your lane. In seconds, your car is crushed. Your daily life changes. Hospital bills arrive. Work stops. Hard questions about the future begin.<\/p>\n<p>Catastrophic injuries are harms that are serious, last a long time, or are permanent. Common examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spinal cord injuries, paraplegia, and quadriplegia<\/li>\n<li>Traumatic brain injuries<\/li>\n<li>Amputations and limb loss<\/li>\n<li>Severe burns<\/li>\n<li>Serious back and neck injuries<\/li>\n<li>Crush injuries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>CHG Personal Injury Lawyers is a Florida-based firm. It handles personal injury cases of every severity. It represents clients throughout Florida.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/amazon-prime-delivery-vans-lined-up-at-a-logistics-operation-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Amazon Prime delivery vans parked in a row at a logistics facility in an urban area.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\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=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);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,currentColor);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>Why Amazon Truck Crashes Raise Different Questions<\/h2>\n<p>An Amazon truck crash often involves more than one company. That makes &#8220;who is responsible&#8221; harder to answer. A simple two-car crash usually involves fewer parties.<\/p>\n<p>Many Amazon deliveries are carried out by independent delivery partners and contracted trucking companies. Responsibility can involve several parties:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The driver<\/li>\n<li>The driver&#8217;s employer or contracted carrier<\/li>\n<li>The vehicle owner, in some situations<\/li>\n<li>Maintenance providers who service the truck<\/li>\n<li>A broker that selected the trucking company<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&#8220;Negligence&#8221; is a legal term that people often hear in injury claims, and whether it applies depends on the facts of each case. Florida courts look at each party&#8217;s conduct. They check whether it played a part in the crash.<\/p>\n<p>Federal trucking rules give a useful standard. Motor carriers must require drivers to record their duty status. This means, except for private motor carriers of passengers (nonbusiness), their hours on and off duty, for each 24-hour period, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-395.8\">49 CFR 395.8<\/a>. Records like these can show what went wrong.<\/p>\n<p>A 2026 U.S. Supreme Court decision also matters. In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.supremecourt.gov\/opinions\/25pdf\/608us1r32_g3bi.pdf\">Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC<\/a>, decided May 14, 2026, the Court held that a state-law claim that a broker negligently hired an unsafe carrier falls within a federal safety exception. Whether any claim succeeds depends on its facts.<\/p>\n<h2>Catastrophic Injuries and Their Long-Term Impact<\/h2>\n<p>Catastrophic injuries often change daily life for years. The full cost of care matters. Families should plan beyond the first hospital stay.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Spinal cord injuries and paralysis<\/strong> can change how a person moves, works, and cares for a family. Wheelchairs, home changes, vehicle modifications, and in-home help can add up over time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Traumatic brain injuries<\/strong> can affect memory, focus, mood, and the ability to work. The <a href=\"http:\/\/acl.gov\/programs\/post-injury-support\/traumatic-brain-injury-tbi\">Administration for Community Living<\/a> explains that truck and bus crashes can cause these injuries. These changes can be hard to notice at first. Keep your follow-up appointments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Amputations<\/strong> often require prosthetics (artificial limbs), rehabilitation, and changes at home and at work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Severe burns and crush injuries<\/strong> may require repeated procedures and long recovery periods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Florida law also shapes how medical bills are proven. For treatment that has already been paid, evidence is limited to the amount actually paid. This is true no matter where the payment came from. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.0427.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.0427<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Keep a simple folder. Save bills, receipts, appointment notes, and pay stubs that show missed work. Also keep a short daily log of pain and limits.<\/p>\n<h2>When a Family Loses a Loved One: Wrongful Death in Florida<\/h2>\n<p>Florida&#8217;s Wrongful Death Act lets surviving family members seek damages when someone&#8217;s negligence causes a death. Damages are money awarded for losses. The Act is cited as the &#8220;Florida Wrongful Death Act&#8221; under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.16.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.16<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.19.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.19<\/a>, a liable party can be held responsible even after the injured person has died.<\/p>\n<p>Florida law names the kinds of losses families may recover. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.21.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.21<\/a>, these are some of the losses that may be recovered; the statute also lists other recoveries, including those of the decedent&#8217;s personal representative for the decedent&#8217;s estate:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Each survivor<\/strong> may recover lost support and services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A surviving spouse<\/strong> may recover for loss of companionship and protection. They may also recover for mental pain and suffering.<\/li>\n<li>They may also recover for mental pain and suffering.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A survivor who paid medical or funeral bills<\/strong> may recover those expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Grief and legal questions often arrive together. Insurance adjusters may call soon after a death. Speaking with a lawyer before giving a recorded statement can help you decide what to say.<\/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=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);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,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/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\">Talk to our team<\/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\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Evidence and Florida Deadlines That Matter Early<\/h2>\n<p>Florida generally gives two years to file a negligence lawsuit. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 95.11<\/a>. The same statute also sets a time limit for wrongful death actions. The exact date depends on the facts of each case. Check the timing early.<\/p>\n<p>Florida also reduces awards based on shared fault. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81<\/a>, fault that is chargeable to the injured person reduces the award in proportion to that fault.<\/p>\n<p>Evidence in truck cases can disappear fast. Here is what usually matters:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crash report.<\/strong> For crashes involving a commercial motor vehicle or injury, a long-form report must be submitted within 10 days after the investigation is completed. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0316\/Sections\/0316.066.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 316.066<\/a>. Parties and their legal representatives can access it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Driver vehicle inspection reports.<\/strong> Drivers must prepare a written report at the end of each day&#8217;s work on each vehicle. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-396.11\">49 CFR 396.11<\/a>. Carriers keep these reports for three months from the date they were prepared.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duty-status logs and photos.<\/strong> Hours records, dashcam or nearby video, photos, and witness names all help show what happened.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some records are kept only for a short time. That is why early requests matter.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Works at CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>CHG charges no attorney&#8217;s fees and no case costs unless there is a recovery. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free consultation.<\/strong> We review how the crash happened, your injuries, and the timing of any deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Records review.<\/strong> We gather the crash report and medical records. We identify the parties who may be responsible and send evidence requests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation and insurers.<\/strong> We communicate with insurers and other parties. Timelines vary by case.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resolution or court.<\/strong> We negotiate or file suit in Florida courts. We keep you informed at each stage.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The firm&#8217;s lawyers are licensed and admitted to The Florida Bar. Igor Hernandez is the responsible lawyer for this page. The firm also publishes bilingual English and Spanish educational resources for prospective clients.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-black-and-white-photo-of-a-delivery-van-and-a-modern-car-o-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Black and white street scene with a delivery van and a modern car on an urban road.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Common Questions About Catastrophic Amazon Truck Crash Claims<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I bring a claim if the truck belonged to a delivery partner?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Possibly. Responsibility can involve several parties. The answer depends on the facts.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a police report?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A crash report is an important record. Florida law gives the parties and their legal representatives access to it.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida reduces your award by your share of fault. If you are found more than 50 percent at fault for your own harm, you may not recover damages.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida generally allows two years for negligence claims. Deadlines apply, so check the timing early.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if an insurance adjuster asks for a recorded statement?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can speak with a lawyer before agreeing to a recorded statement.<\/p><p>If a delivery truck left you or a loved one with a serious injury, a free, confidential consultation can show whether someone may be responsible. It comes with no obligation to continue. <a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact our team<\/a> to review the crash, the injuries, and the deadlines. We can also talk through your next steps with you.<\/p><\/details><\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. 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We work to preserve the evidence that tells the full story.<\/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\">Focused on Your Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serious injuries affect every part of life. We keep your medical needs and your family&#x27;s needs at the center of the case.<\/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--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear Communication<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain each step in plain language, so you always know where your case stands and what to expect next.<\/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=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);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,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Important: Follow Your Doctors&#x27; Care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a serious truck crash, your health comes first. Follow the treatment plan your doctors recommend, keep every appointment, and keep copies of your medical bills and records. Tell us about the crash as soon as you can, because deadlines for claims apply under Florida law.<\/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\">Contact Our Team<\/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\/\">Contact Our Team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background 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\">Serious Injuries We Help Families Address<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide 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\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Injuries to the spine can lead to <a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/paraplegia\/\">paraplegia<\/a> or quadriplegia and lasting changes in mobility, work, and independence.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Traumatic Brain Injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A severe blow to the head in a truck crash can affect memory, speech, balance, and daily life for months or years.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amputations and Severe Burns<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crushing impacts and fires can cause limb loss or severe burns that require long-term medical care and rehabilitation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wrongful Death<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a crash takes a loved one, Florida law allows the family to pursue a claim. We walk families through that process with care and respect.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/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=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);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\">Talk With CHG Personal Injury Lawyers About Your Case<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 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 Your Free Consultation<\/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 Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/amazon-truck-accident-lawyer-hialeah-doral\/\">Amazon Truck Accident Lawyer in Hialeah and Doral<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injury\/\">Spinal Cord Injuries: A Guide for Victims and Families Facing Paralysis<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/tetraplegia\/\">Tetraplegia<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/paralysis\/\">Paralysis<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/how-much-is-an-amazon-truck-accident-claim-worth-florida\/\">How Much Is An Amazon Truck Accident Claim Worth Florida<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/pedestrian-hit-by-amazon-delivery-van-florida\/\">Pedestrian and Cyclist Hit by an Amazon Delivery Van in Florida<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/truck-accident-lawsuit-florida-process\/\">Truck Accident Lawsuit in Florida: What Happens After You Contact a Lawyer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/truck-accident-wrongful-death-lawsuit-florida-who-can-file\/\">Truck Accident Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida: Who Can File and When<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/amazon-truck-accidents\/amazon-contractor-delivery-crash-liability-florida\/\">Is Amazon Responsible When a Delivery Contractor Causes a Crash? 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