I-95 Trucking Accidents: Navigating Commercial Liability in Jacksonville

Commercial trucking accidents on the I-95 corridor in Jacksonville are among the most catastrophic legal cases in Florida. Because Jacksonville serves as a massive logistics hub, I-95 is constantly packed with freight traffic moving between the Georgia border and South Florida.


When a semi-truck is involved in an accident, the legal stakes are higher, the injuries are more severe, and the "adversaries"—multi-million dollar trucking corporations—are far more aggressive.


Accidents involving commercial vehicles on I-95 aren't just "large car accidents." They are governed by complex federal regulations and involve massive insurance policies. At the Law Office of Irvin Daphnis, we have the resources to take on big carriers and their legal teams.

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The I-10/I-95 Interchange: Known as a high-congestion "mixmaster" where trucks often struggle with narrow lanes and quick merges.

Jacksonville’s Truck Accident Hotspots

I-95 through Duval County contains several "high-risk" zones where commercial freight and passenger commuters collide:

Near Lem Turner Road & Kings Road: These stretches are statistically among the most dangerous on I-95 in Jacksonville due to heavy port-related traffic.

The Emerson Street Exit: A frequent site for rear-end collisions involving heavy freight failing to slow down for sudden traffic backups.

The Northside Port Access (Heckscher Drive Area): Heavy volume of tanker trucks and shipping containers entering the interstate system.

Complex Liability: Who Can Be Sued?

In a standard car accident, you typically sue the other driver. In a commercial truck accident, liability may extend to multiple parties:


  • The Trucking Company (Carrier): For negligent hiring, failure to train, or pushing drivers to exceed "Hours of Service" limits.


  • The Driver: For fatigue, speeding, or distracted driving.


  • The Cargo Loader: If an improperly secured load caused a rollover or jackknife.



  • Maintenance Contractors: If faulty brakes or tire blowouts were caused by skipped inspections.

The Role of Federal Regulations (FMCSA)

Commercial trucks must follow strict rules set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). We investigate:


  • Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Data: To prove if the driver was fatigued or violating rest requirements.


  • Black Box (EDR) Data: To determine the truck's speed and braking patterns in the seconds before impact.



  • Maintenance Logs: To identify any deferred repairs that made the vehicle unsafe

Florida Insurance Minimums for Trucks

Commercial trucks in Florida are required to carry significantly higher liability limits than passenger cars:


  • General Freight: Minimum $750,000 in liability coverage.


  • Hazardous Materials: Minimum $5,000,000 in liability coverage.



These higher limits mean the insurance companies will fight harder to deny your claim. You need a lawyer who can handle high-stakes litigation.

Were you involved in a truck accident?  The Law Office of Irvin Daphnis is prepared to begin your consultation!