Car Accident Lawyers
The car accident lawyers at Miller Trial Law may be able to assist you and your family if you were hurt in a car crash. Our car accident attorneys may be able to help you and your family seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, rehabilitation costs and more. If you’ve been hurt in a car accident because of the neglect or negligence of another driver, you may have the right to seek damages under the law. Common causes of car accidents include drunk driving, speeding, running red lights or stop signs, illegal turns, and other violations of the law. If you believe you have been the victim of another person’s failure to obey the law, you may have the right to seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. However, you may only have a limited amount of time to make a claim under the law. Contact Miller Trial Law, a car accident lawyer today to learn more.
According to the Florida Highway Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles, over 400,000 accidents took place in Florida in 2018 alone, the most recent year for which there are complete statistics. There were 152,067 injury crashes and 236,157 people were injured in these accidents. Over 15,000 of the people hurt in car accidents suffered incapacitating injuries. Disabling injuries can include spinal injury, back or neck injury, traumatic brain injury, and more. If you or someone you love was hurt in a car accident, or seriously injured in a car crash, you are not alone. Reach out to the car accident lawyers at Miller Trial Law today. Car accidents frequently occur in Florida, especially because of the high traffic on many Florida roadways. If you’ve been in a car accident, you and your family may have the right to seek damages to cover your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses.
Car accident injuries cost Florida residents billions of dollars each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control, roadway accident deaths in Florida cost residents $3.02 billion dollars per year. These figures don’t even begin to account for the cost of car accidents resulting in serious or disabling injuries. Car accidents can leave victims suffering from injuries like brain damage, spinal cord injuries, post-traumatic stress disorder, internal injuries, broken bones, burns, and more. These injuries can impact a person’s life for years to come and sometimes for their entire lifetime.
If you or someone you love was injured in a car accident in Florida, reach out today to Miller Trial Law to find out what legal options you have so you do not delay and potentially waive them. Regardless of who was determined to be at fault, we focus on finding liability or insurance coverage that you might not be aware of. For example, we may be able to successfully apportion fault to the other driver who was originally found not to be at fault or make a claim for uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. We have experience negotiating with insurance companies so you don’t have to do so. Knowing how much your claim is worth and negotiating for the best possible settlement is important so that you and your family have the money to move forward and heal. Insurance adjusters have experience handling cases. Victims and families may never have had to speak to an insurance adjuster before. Having a car accident lawyer like Miller Trial Law may be able to help.
We are also highly experienced in uncovering hidden claims such as a negligent roadway design, automotive product defects, and claims for negligent service, maintenance, or repair. Our team provides free consultations to review the details of your case, review the circumstances surrounding your accident, help get you the medical treatment you need, negotiate with insurance companies, and fight to help you get the settlement you may deserve under the law. Contact the car accident attorneys at Miller Trial Law as soon as possible. We leave no stone unturned when it comes to helping you and your family get the settlement you may deserve under the law.
Steps You Can Take If You’ve Been in a Car Accident in Florida
If you’ve been in a car accident in Florida, there are several steps you can take to protect your rights. The actions you take at the scene of the accident, and the choices you make in the hours and days that follow your accident can have a significant impact on the outcome of your claim should you need to file a personal injury lawsuit. Even professionals who have a knowledge of what to do following a car accident can find themselves at a loss in the midst of the adrenaline and stress of an accident. Here’s a brief list of things to keep in mind if you’ve been in a car accident in Florida:
- Call 911. Even if you think the accident was minor and there are no injuries, you should still call the police. Sometimes injuries can take days or even weeks before they manifest themselves. For example, some types of brain injury, spinal cord injury, or post-traumatic stress disorder might not appear right away. Sometimes damage to a vehicle might appear minor, but could, in fact, be costly. Consider calling the police if there is any doubt.
- Make sure everyone is safe and that people who are hurt are able to get medical care and attention. It’s the law.
- Once everyone is safe and police have been called, take the time to exchange contact information with the other driver or others involved. You should get the name, insurance information, contact information of the other driver and take notes about what took place.
- If other people witnessed the accident, take down their names and contact information. You will also want the name, contact information, and police report of the officer taking down your information.
- If you can safely do so, you should photograph the entire scene of the accident, including any skid marks and all vehicles involved.
- Contact your insurance company. Many insurance companies require prompt reporting of the accident, but be mindful of the information you provide to your insurance company before you hire a lawyer as they often request to record the conversation for future use. If you are unsure, simply tell your insurer you only want to report that you’ve been in an accident but cannot provide additional information until you contact your lawyer. Then contact your car accident lawyer to go over the next steps.
- Keep in mind that the other driver’s insurance carrier might reach out to you for information and may request to record the conversation. Remember, insurance companies are in the business of making money and will likely look for ways to avoid paying your claim or avoid paying full value on your claim, so you should strongly consider consulting with an attorney before you communicate with the other driver’s insurance carrier. You have the right to tell the insurance adjuster that you’d like to consult with your lawyer before talking, or that you’d like the request for additional information to be put in writing.
- Reach out today to our compassionate team to preserve your rights and make sure you get the medical treatment you need, as you could waive certain benefits by not timely seeking medical attention. We stand ready to fight on your behalf, but do not delay as there is only a limited amount of time to bring a case.
Based in Miami, Florida, Miller Trial Law proudly represents clients throughout the entire State of Florida and is available for free virtual and in-person consultations at numerous locations. We can help you every step of the way when it comes to helping you seek compensation for your car accident claim.
