Why should I hire a Sarasota catastrophic injury lawyer?
Catastrophic injury lawsuits involve complex medical evidence, high financial stakes, and strong opposition from insurance companies. Our injury attorneys investigate, handle insurance companies and defense counsel, and seek maximum compensation through the use of medical and economic expert witnesses.
Who pays for my medical bills after a car accident in Florida?
While you have an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit pending for a Florida car accident, you are responsible for your associated medical bills. However, there are several options to help manage these costs during litigation, including your health insurance, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage when applicable, or medical liens. In the event of medical […]
Will my car accident case go to trial?
After a lawsuit has been filed for your car accident, it can still be settled prior to trial. Most of the time, this is exactly what happens. However, in the unlikely event your case goes to trial, it would likely be for the following reasons: The complexity of your case – your case is more likely […]
What do I do if the other driver doesn’t have car insurance?
According to US News, Florida car owners pay the highest insurance premiums in the nation, with an average annual car insurance rate of $3,289. An unfortunate result of these high premiums is there are a lot of uninsured drivers on Florida’s roads, with some estimates that roughly 1 in 5 drivers (20%) in Florida drive uninsured. In […]
Can I still recover money if I am partially at fault for the car accident?
Car accidents happen in a lot of different ways, and sometimes it may be determined that you are partially at fault for the accident. In these instances Florida Statutes § 768.81 allows you to still receive compensation after the car accident under its modified comparative negligence rule. Modified comparative negligence allows you to recover financially for damages […]
How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in Florida?
According to Florida Statute § 95.11 the statute of limitations, or how long you have to file a lawsuit after a car accident in the state of Florida, is two years from the date of the accident. This means that during the two year period after your accident, you or your attorney must investigate the accident, gather […]
What steps should I take following a car accident?
Immediately following a car accident, here are the steps you should take to ensure the safety of everyone involved and to protect your future claim for compensation: For an in-depth writeup on this, check out our blog What to Do After a Sarasota Car Accident.
