Florida Truck Accident Blog - Shaked Law Firm, P.A.

October 7, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

Can Trucks Drive in the Left Lane in Florida?

Many drivers might not know whether trucks can drive in the left lane in Florida. State traffic laws set specific restrictions for large commercial vehicles to improve roadway safety and keep traffic flowing smoothly. While there are limited exceptions, the general rule is that trucks must stay in the right or center lanes on multi-lane […]

October 6, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

Big Rig Accidents and Truck Driver Training: Is Commercial Truck Training Enough?

Big rig accidents are some of the most devastating crashes on Florida roads, often leading to catastrophic injuries and fatalities. While commercial truck drivers are required to complete federally mandated and state-specific training, many question whether these programs fully prepare drivers for the challenges of real-world trucking. Below, we’ll break down Florida’s truck driver training […]

August 20, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

What Is the MCS-90 Endorsement?

You likely already know that liability insurance is required on your vehicle when you drive on Florida’s roads. Similarly, big trucks and commercial vehicles must also carry liability insurance. The MCS-90 endorsement is a special add-on or amendment to a commercial truck’s liability insurance coverage. This endorsement guarantees financial responsibility for public liability. Keep reading […]

August 1, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

Teenagers Driving Trucks

Teenagers getting behind the wheel of a truck is a topic that raises many questions for parents, lawmakers, and drivers sharing the road. Trucks are not only larger and heavier than regular cars, but they also require more skill, responsibility, and training to operate safely. In Florida, where trucks are common on highways and local […]

July 10, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

Understanding Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

Most people never consider how much their vehicle weighs, especially if they never tow a trailer. However, truck drivers need to be extremely familiar with their truck’s gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and any trailer they might be towing. This figure is significant because it can dictate which regulations apply to your vehicle as well […]

July 6, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

What Is a Truck’s No Zone?

If you’ve ever driven alongside a semi-truck or 18-wheeler on the highway, you know just how intimidating it can be. These massive vehicles dominate the road and require significantly more time and space to maneuver compared to a passenger car. In addition to their size, one of the biggest hazards associated with commercial trucks is […]

July 1, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

Interstate vs. Intrastate Trucking

Truck accidents can cause serious injuries and property damage. If you or someone you love has been involved in a truck crash, it’s important to understand whether the truck was engaged in interstate or intrastate trucking. These two types of trucking follow different rules and regulations, which can significantly affect your personal injury claim in […]

June 27, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

How Many Hours Can a Trucker Drive in Florida?

If you’ve ever taken a long road trip across Florida, you’ve probably passed more than a few large trucks hauling cargo across the state. These drivers play a key role in moving goods, but they also have to follow strict rules that limit how long they can drive. These rules help reduce the risk of […]

May 28, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

How Trucking Accidents Differ From Car Accidents

Not all crashes are the same. Trucking accidents are often much more serious than regular car accidents. Trucks are bigger, heavier, and harder to stop. There are also more rules involved and more people who can be responsible. Because of this, trucking accidents typically involve more damage, more complicated investigations, and higher stakes. In this […]

May 23, 2025 / Truck Accidents/ Sagi Shaked

Jackknife Truck Accidents: All You Need to Know

Every year, thousands of truck accidents occur on Florida roads, many of which result in serious injuries and fatalities. Among the most dangerous and dramatic of these are jackknife accidents. A jackknife truck accident happens when a large truck (typically an 18-wheeler) folds in on itself at the point where the cab meets the trailer, […]