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Orlando Truck Accident Lawyer

When a semi-truck, 18-wheeler, or commercial vehicle crash leaves you with catastrophic injuries on Orlando's busy highways, you need a truck accident attorney who understands federal trucking regulations, I-4 corridor dangers, and has the resources to take on massive trucking companies. Cardinal Law fights for maximum compensation in Orange County.

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200 E Robinson Street, Suite 1120, Orlando, FL 32801

Orlando Truck Traffic Facts

#1

Deadliest Highway in America (I-4)

75M+

Annual Orlando Visitors

10,000+

Daily Trucks on I-4 Through Orlando

80,000 lbs

Maximum Loaded Semi-Truck Weight

Orlando's Unique Truck Accident Challenges

Orlando sits at the crossroads of Florida's trucking industry, with I-4 consistently ranked as America's deadliest highway. The combination of tourist traffic, commercial trucks, and theme park congestion creates dangerous conditions.

I-4: America's Deadliest Highway

Interstate 4 through Orlando has been repeatedly ranked as the most dangerous highway in the United States. The combination of heavy truck traffic, tourist drivers unfamiliar with the road, constant construction, and high speeds creates deadly conditions.

Truck accidents on I-4 are often catastrophic due to the high speeds and heavy traffic volume. Our Orlando truck accident attorneys have extensive experience handling I-4 collision cases.

Theme Park Distribution Traffic

Orlando's world-famous theme parks require massive logistics operations. Thousands of delivery trucks travel daily to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld, creating constant collision risks.

These trucks navigate congested tourist areas where distracted visitors and unfamiliar roads create dangerous conditions for everyone.

Types of Truck Accidents We Handle in Orlando

From I-4 semi-truck crashes to neighborhood delivery vehicle accidents, Cardinal Law handles all types of commercial truck accident cases throughout Orange County.

18-Wheeler & Semi-Truck Crashes

Delivery Truck Accidents (Amazon, FedEx, UPS)

Fuel Tanker & Hazmat Accidents

Moving Truck & Box Truck Crashes

Cargo Spill Accidents

Jackknife & Rollover Accidents

Garbage & Waste Truck Accidents

Construction & Dump Truck Accidents

Orlando's Most Dangerous Roads for Truck Accidents

These high-traffic corridors see the most truck accidents in the Orlando area.

Interstate 4 (I-4)

America's deadliest highway runs through Orlando with massive truck traffic serving theme parks, distribution centers, and the Tampa-Daytona corridor.

Florida Turnpike

Critical north-south trucking route through Orange County. Long-haul truckers frequently exceed hours of service limits on this corridor.

SR-528 (Beachline Expressway)

Major east-west truck route connecting Orlando to Port Canaveral, with heavy cargo traffic.

US-192 (Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway)

High commercial truck traffic serving Kissimmee and Disney area distribution centers.

SR-417 (Central Florida GreeneWay)

Growing truck traffic as development expands in eastern Orange County.

US-441 (Orange Blossom Trail)

Heavy local delivery truck traffic with frequent stops creating accident risks.

Who Can Be Held Liable in Orlando Truck Accidents?

Truck accidents often involve multiple liable parties. Our Orlando truck accident lawyers investigate every potential source of recovery.

Truck Driver

Personal negligence including speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, hours of service violations, or driving under the influence

Trucking Company

Negligent hiring practices, inadequate driver training, pressure to violate safety regulations, or failure to maintain vehicles

Cargo Loading Company

Improper loading, overloading beyond weight limits, failure to secure cargo, or unbalanced load distribution causing rollovers

Truck Manufacturer

Defective brakes, steering systems, tires, coupling devices, or other mechanical components that contribute to accidents

Maintenance Provider

Negligent repairs, failure to identify safety issues during inspections, or improper maintenance of critical systems

Government Entities

Dangerous road conditions, inadequate signage, improper highway design on I-4 and other major corridors

Critical Evidence in Truck Accident Cases

Time is critical. Evidence can be destroyed within days. Cardinal Law acts immediately to preserve crucial evidence.

Evidence We Preserve

  • Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Data
  • Event Data Recorder (Black Box) Information
  • Driver Logs & Qualification Files
  • Maintenance & Inspection Records
  • Drug & Alcohol Testing Results
  • Cargo Documentation

Why Immediate Action Matters

6 Months

ELD data retention requirement

30 Days

Black box data may be overwritten

Hours

Trucking companies deploy investigators immediately

Cardinal Law sends spoliation letters immediately to demand preservation of all evidence before it can be destroyed.

What To Do After an Orlando Truck Accident

1

Get Medical Attention Immediately

Truck accident injuries are often severe. Call 911 and get medical help immediately, even if you don't think you're seriously injured.

2

Document Everything

Take photos of all vehicles, the truck's DOT number and company name, license plates, road conditions, and your injuries.

3

Do NOT Give Statements

Trucking companies deploy investigators within hours. Do not give recorded statements to anyone except the police.

4

Contact Cardinal Law Immediately

Call (407) 501-5541 immediately so we can preserve evidence and protect your rights.

Compensation for Orlando Truck Accident Victims

Commercial trucks carry substantial insurance coverage, often $1 million or more, allowing for significant compensation in serious cases.

Economic Damages

  • All medical expenses (past and future)
  • Lost wages and earning capacity
  • Property damage
  • Rehabilitation and therapy costs
  • Home modifications for disabilities

Non-Economic Damages

  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Permanent disability and disfigurement
  • Loss of consortium

No Fees Unless We Win Your Orlando Truck Accident Case

Cardinal Law works on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront and nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

Call (407) 501-5541 for Your Free Consultation

Serving Truck Accident Victims Throughout Orlando

Downtown Orlando

Winter Park

Dr. Phillips

Lake Nona

Windermere

Kissimmee

Lake Buena Vista

Maitland

Altamonte Springs

Sanford

Apopka

Ocoee

Orlando Office Location

200 E Robinson Street, Suite 1120

Orlando, FL 32801

Available 24/7 for Emergencies

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Visit Our Florida Offices

Cardinal Law has offices throughout Florida to serve you better. Our main office is in Naples, with additional locations by appointment.

Naples Office

Main Office

9045 Strada Stell Court

Suite 305

Naples, FL 34109

Orlando Office

200 E Robinson Street

Suite 1120

Orlando, FL 32801

Tampa Office

401 East Jackson Street

Suite 2340

Tampa, FL 33602

Miami Office

848 Brickell Avenue

Suite PH5

Miami, FL 33131

Fort Myers Office

5237 Summerlin Commons Blvd

Suite 511

Fort Myers, FL 33907

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