Get Real Justice with Our Truck Accident Attorneys Serving Fort Myers, Lee County & All of Southwest Florida
If you’re looking for a Fort Myers truck accident lawyer, you’ve probably got good reason. Crashes with commercial trucks are all around more devastating than other motor vehicle accidents. They cause more damage, the injuries are much more severe, liability can be complicated, and for some families, the effects can be life-changing.
Trucking companies have plenty of money, plenty of insurance, and plenty of practice protecting themselves and minimizing payouts. On the other hand, Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers has decades of real courtroom experience, and it’s obvious. That’s why these companies and their insurers don’t play games when they see us across the table.
If you’re hurt, overwhelmed, or grieving, you deserve Real Answers and Real Support. Our Fort Myers truck accident attorneys Keep It Real about what you’re up against and fight to get you the compensation you need and deserve. Call us today at 239-366-1111 or contact us online to schedule your FREE consultation. We work with clients in Fort Myers, Lee County, and throughout Florida.
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The Real Deal
- You start with a free consultation.
- You don’t pay attorneys’ fees unless we win.
- We take over the insurance calls and paperwork.
- We push back on delays and lowball tactics.
- We fight for full and fair compensation, even if that means taking it to court.
If you’re ready to walk us through what happened, call 239-366-1111 or fill out our online form.
What To Do if You’re Injured in a Truck Accident in Fort Myers
1. Get Medical Care. Period.
Truck crashes can cause serious injuries, so getting medical care needs to be your first priority. Even if you don’t need an ambulance or the emergency room, get checked out as soon as you can at urgent care or your doctor’s office.
There’s another reason to get care fast: You generally need to seek initial medical care within 14 days to protect your access to certain PIP benefits (Florida Statute § 627.736).
2. Keep It Simple & Only Do What You Can
If you can do it safely:
- Call 911
- Take photos & video of vehicles, plates, company names, road conditions, etc.
- Get witness names & contact info
- Ask how to get the crash report later
3. Don’t Give a Recorded Statement
The insurance adjuster might sound friendly and helpful, but if they ask you to make a recorded statement, say, “No. I’m not ready to discuss this. Please contact my lawyer.” They’re trained to ask questions that lock you into a version of events that benefits them. Let an experienced Fort Myers truck accident attorney handle it. Tell them to contact Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers instead.
4. Start a File
This takes next to no time and makes a real difference later. Just keep all your records in one place, including:
- Medical records
- Treatment plans
- Receipts & bills
- A list of missed work days
- Photos of your injuries
- Notes on pain, sleep issues & how your day-to-day has changed
5. Talk to a Truck Accident Lawyer ASAP
Let’s Keep It Real: The trucking and insurance companies went into protection mode the moment they got the call about the crash. You deserve to have a skilled and compassionate team protecting you. And getting a free consultation to understand your options doesn’t mean you’re suing. It just means you’re getting the answers and support you need right now.
How Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers Handles Your Truck Accident Claim
When the trucking company and their insurer get involved, you can feel outnumbered and overwhelmed. Our job is to make things clear, protect your rights, and take as much pressure off you as we can.
Here’s what that’ll look like:
We start with your story…
Our team will listen to how this happened to you, how your injuries have changed your life, and what your hopes are for the future. Then we’ll discuss your options and what comes next.
We build the case around the reality of what happened to you…
Truck accident claims often involve more records, more laws, and more finger-pointing than a regular car crash. We dig into the details of your experience and build a case that shows how this happened, how it’s affected you and your family, and who should answer for it.
We show what this crash has cost you…
Your case is about more than a wrecked vehicle. It’s about your medical bills, your missed work, your pain, your stress, and what the crash may cost you going forward.
We deal with the insurance company…
We handle the calls, the paperwork, the pressure, and the negotiation. If the trucking company or insurer tries to downplay the crash or push you toward a quick but lowball settlement, we push back.
We’re ready…
Insurance companies know which firms are ready to try a case and which ones aren’t. Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers has decades of courtroom experience, and that’s really important when your health, your income, and your future are on the line.
We Keep It Real…
You’ve got enough on your plate already. You shouldn’t be left wondering where your case stands or waiting around for a call back. We keep you in the loop, help you understand what’s ahead, and make sure you never feel like you’re facing this alone.
A good Fort Myers truck accident lawyer should stand up for you, tell your story, and keep your needs front and center. That’s exactly how Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers handles every case.
Why Choose Us?
When you’re facing one of the toughest moments of your life, you need more than just a lawyer—you need a trusted ally who will stand with you and fight for your rights.
Real Results:
- $850,000 Recovery: A complex rear-end truck crash left three people injured, including two of our clients. The insurance company stalled for months, but our team spotted a critical defense counsel error and used it to push the case forward. We secured a just settlement without even having to file a lawsuit.
- $375,000 Recovery: A Tennessee client was rear-ended by a truck and suffered a neck injury that required medical care and ongoing treatment. Attorney Gregory Marangos secured a settlement for our client that included compensation for pain and suffering, past medical bills, and expected future care.
How Long Do I Have To File a Truck Accident Lawsuit in Florida?
In Florida, most truck accident injury claims based on negligence have to be filed within 2 years of the crash (Florida Statute § 95.11). And if you lost a loved one, wrongful death claims are also generally subject to a 2-year deadline.
But don’t treat that like extra time to spare. Once the deadline passes, you can lose your right to bring a claim at all, no matter how serious your injuries are or how clear fault is.
And the statute of limitations is only part of the problem. Waiting can also make it harder to negotiate with the insurance company, gather evidence, and avoid mistakes that can hurt your case.
Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers’ advice is simple: Don’t wait around hoping things will sort themselves out or bank on the insurance company playing fair. Even if you aren’t sure whether you want to bring a claim, getting answers early on can help you protect your options.
Who’s Liable for a Truck Crash?
Semi-truck crashes can be more complicated than they first seem. One reason is that more than one person or company could share responsibility.
Depending on the specifics of the crash, liability may fall on:
- The truck driver
- The trucking company
- The company that owned or serviced the truck
- The company that loaded the cargo
- The maker of a faulty part
- Another driver
So we may be dealing with more than one responsible party and more than one insurance company.
What if I’m Partly To Blame?
Even if you think you could be partly at fault, don’t assume you’re out of options.
Florida follows a modified comparative fault rule (Florida Statute § 768.81). If you’re found to be more than 50% at fault, you may be barred from recovering damages. But if you’re 50% or less at fault, your recovery is just reduced by your share of fault.
For example, if a court finds that you were 20% at fault because you were speeding, and your damages were $100,000, your recovery could be reduced to $80,000.
Don’t guess, apologize, or argue about fault at the scene. Let us handle it.
What Can I Get Compensation for After a Truck Accident?
Most people aren’t looking for a lawsuit. They’re looking for a way to pay the bills, protect their family, and get some peace of mind back.
Your truck injury claim could include compensation for:
- Medical bills
- Ongoing care
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning ability
- Pain & suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Vehicle damage
- Other out-of-pocket costs
If a loved one was killed, Florida’s Wrongful Death Act (Florida Statute § 768.21) may allow certain family members and the estate to seek damages such as:
- Funeral & burial costs
- Lost income & support
- Medical bills tied to the final injury
- Loss of companionship, guidance & protection
Florida also has limits on when you can recover pain and suffering damages after a crash. You have to have suffered a permanent injury, significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement, or the death of a loved one (Florida Statute § 627.737). In other words, pain and suffering is not automatic in every Florida truck accident claim, even when the wreck was serious.
Why Truck Accident Claims Are Different
Large truck crash claims are different from other motor vehicle claims because the crashes are bigger, the injuries are more devastating, and the legal issues are more complicated. Just look at the numbers:
- 46,651 commercial motor vehicle crashes & 315 fatalities statewide in 2024 (FLHSMV)
- 5,472 deaths in large-truck crashes nationwide in 2023 (National Safety Council)
- Most deaths in 18-wheeler accidents were people in other vehicles
Truck cases can also involve:
- Federal trucking safety rules
- Multiple liable parties
- Larger insurance policies
- Tougher defense tactics
That’s why these cases need a careful, trial-ready approach from the start. And that’s where the Fort Myers truck accident attorneys at Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers come in.
Real Advocacy. Real Experience. Real Results.
At Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers, we know how much a truck crash can shake up your life. One minute you’re going about your day. The next, you’re in pain, missing work, worried about the bills, and trying to be strong for the people who count on you. That’s a tough place to be.
You deserve to be treated like more than a policy number. You deserve people who listen, care about what you’re going through, and step in with steady support when things feel uncertain. That’s what we’re here to do.
- Real Advocacy means listening to what you’re going through, standing by your side, and making sure your needs stay front and center.
- Real Experience means knowing how to take on serious truck accident cases, push back when powerful companies try to dodge responsibility, and be ready for court if that’s what it takes.
- Real Results means bringing the same focus, care, and determination that has helped us recover more than $1 billion for our clients.
– you are in good hands!
Contact a Fort Myers Truck Accident Lawyer Today for a FREE Consultation
Please don’t think you need to have everything figured out before you call us. If you were hurt in a truck crash in Fort Myers, Lee County, or anywhere in Southwest Florida, we know you’re probably overwhelmed and just trying to keep one foot in front of the other. Let’s find out if we can help you get the support you need to keep moving forward.
Contact a steadfast and skilled truck accident attorney in Fort Myers at Bernheim Kelley today for a FREE consultation. We’ll listen, get you some Real Answers, and help you choose your next step. Ready when you are.