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Car Accident Injuries in Orlando

People who have been injured in car accidents are understandably scared and overwhelmed.

Hiring an Orlando car accident attorney to protect your legal rights and handle your claim is crucial to securing the compensation you deserve.

People injured in accidents quickly find out that the insurance companies primary concern is minimizing their payout.

Claimants injured in a crash that wasn't their fault shouldn't have to pay out-of-pocket for their losses.

Having an experienced personal injury on your side throughout the legal process is the best way to obtain the best possible outcome.

If you are in a car accident and sustain injuries, let the experienced legal team at Lawsuit Legal help you maximize your settlement.

Our injury lawyers have a history of winning big settlements and will fight to get you paid the fast, and fair compensation you deserve.

 

What to Do Immediately Following a Car Accident in Orlando, FL

Immediately after a car accident, there are steps you can take to help you obtain the best possible outcome in the days to come. Your injuries are the first priority, but if you can, consider taking the following steps.

Call for Help

Call 911 after a collision to call police and emergency personnel to the scene of the accident. Accept treatment if recommended and allow the EMTs to transport you to the nearest hospital for treatment. Don't try to tough it out; accept medical treatment and have your physical condition evaluated.

Get Medical Treatment

After an emergency situation, we can't emphasize enough how important it is to accept medical treatment if the first responders at the accident scene think you need it. Don't be tempted to tough it out to avoid hospitalization. The emergency room will be able to treat any traumatically induced injuries, and rule out anything more serious that may not be apparent. At the hospital, you will be able to get the necessary tests and scans to identify the full extent to which you may have been hurt. After your evaluation, you can then see the necessary specialists for your specific injuries.

If you don't go to the hospital, you can go to your primary care doctor, but you will want to see a specialist as soon as possible. Generally, your primary care doctor isn't qualified for traumatic injuries typically suffered in motor vehicle accidents, but it's a good start.

Visiting the hospital, is critical to rule out complications like internal bleeding and other injuries that may not visibly apparent from a visual evaluation of your physical condition.

Even if your injuries are relatively minor, consisting of soft tissue damage, cuts, and bruises, the medical care you receive will create an important record of the injuries. These medical records can help show the insurance companies and potentially the court your injuries and help substantiate the extent of your injury claims.

Do Not Accept a Settlement Offer

Under no circumstances should you accept an offer to settle from the insurance company without reviewing it with an attorney. It's not uncommon for insurers to offer accident victims a quick settlement offer in the days following a crash. It's often woefully inadequate. In the early days after a serious collision, the full extent and impact of the injuries sustained typically hasn't been realized yet. If you agree to settle, even if it seems fair compensation at the time, only for your injuries to worsen with time, our injury lawyers likely won't be able to help you.

In a recent case example, a woman came to us after having settled for less than $5,000. Her accident-related injuries consisted of what were thought to be minor soft tissue damage to her shoulder and arm. After her arm didn't get better, instead it worsened with time, and after she lost use of it, she came to us for help. The cost of medical treatment was far more than the initial assessment. Having already agreed to settle the case there was little we could do to help.

Gather Evidence

If your physical condition allows at the accident scene, exchange information with the other drivers and collect the contact details of any eyewitnesses. It will help your legal team know who you need to file a claim against and help them collect eyewitness statements. Take photos of the accident scene, your physical injuries, and any accident-related evidence you think may be helpful to your claim.

Understandably, if you were incapacitated in the crash and EMTs took you directly to the emergency room for treatment, you won't be able to collect this vital information. That's ok. The police report will contain much of this information, and your legal team will work on collecting any additional accident-related vital evidence during their investigation.

Obtain the Police Report

The police report created by the officer at the crash scene will contain information vital to your lawsuit or claim. It will include the officer's opinion of what happened and make note of any visible evidence observed. The police report will typically contain the contact information of the involved parties, what vehicles were involved, and insurance company information. All this information will provide your lawyer with most of the information needed to begin the personal injury claim process.

Consult an Attorney

In the aftermath of a motor vehicle accident involving injuries it's critical you speak with a lawyer. After a serious accident, the insurance adjuster will start looking for ways to minimize what they have to pay. You need someone on your side, representing your interests who will help you file your claim or lawsuit and work to maximize the compensation you are entitled. Your injury lawyer is there to protect your rights and work to see you get paid what you deserve. If you've been hurt due to another driver's actions, the compensation you recover can mean financial security for your family while you focus on recovery.

 

Was the other Driver At Fault?

If you are hurt because of the negligent actions of another driver, you may be able to hold them accountable for any injuries resulting from the accident. Florida is a no-fault state and recognizes a pure comparative negligence doctrine.

You may be able to file a lawsuit seeking compensation even if the other driver contributed to your injuries and you can prove it. Car accident cases involving serious injuries that meet the Florida law threshold can seek to recover compensation from the at-fault driver for damages exceeding their PIP policy limits.

Review the unique circumstances of your accident injury case with our lawyers to determine your legal options.

Types of Car Accident Cases We Handle

A multitude of causations can give rise to accident injury cases. Our attorneys have recovered millions of dollars for injured car accident clients and have a proven history of winning big settlements in complex cases. The type of auto accident you were involved in can have significant implications for the value of your case and recovery options. Our lawyers help victims in the following types of Orlando car accidents:

Rear-End Accidents:    People rear-ended at intersections, waiting at stop signs, or hit from behind on the interstate or roads.

Reckless Driving Accidents:    Collisions caused by a reckless motorist who is either speeding, ignoring traffic laws like running red lights, or failing to yield the right-of-way.

Drunk Driving Accidents:    Crashes caused by drunk drivers that result in fatalities or serious injury.

Pedestrian Accidents:    Pedestrians hit by vehicles in crosswalks or along the roads that cause personal injury.

Truck Accidents:    Crashes involving semi-trucks or other commercial vehicles with interstate commercial vehicle insurance can involve complex liability issues.

Delivery Truck Accidents:    Collisions involving commercial vehicles including Amazon trucks, FedEx or UPS delivery trucks that cause injury to the victims they hit.

Motorcycle Accidents:    Motorcycle riders injured by another motorist after a wreck requiring hospitalization.

Rental Car Accidents:    Drivers of rental cars involved in an accident that wasn't their fault, or hit by a motorist driving a rental vehicle.

Rideshare Accidents:    Injured people in an Uber accident, either as a passenger or in a collision with an active Uber or Lyft driver, resulting in injury.

Other Vehicle-Related Collisions:    Personal injury cases involving trams, buses, boats, golf carts, and other vehicles with merit.

The majority of catastrophic injuries are caused by excessive speed and human error.

 

 

The Process of Filing a Car Accident Lawsuit in Florida

If you've been hurt in a car accident in Central Florida caused by another driver's actions, you can claim PIP benefits from the insurance company of the car that you were in at the time of the accident.

In the case of a serious or permanent injury, you can file a lawsuit against an at-fault driver whose actions contributed to the accident. A successful civil lawsuit will be able to hold the at-fault party accountable and obtain monetary damages. Consult a lawyer if you've been injured in a crash to protect your right to sue.

Lawsuits have certain thresholds that must be met under Florida law and deadlines that must be kept. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, your legal team must be prepared to present your case in court to win by trial if necessary.

Our lawyers have a proven track record helping victims secure the compensation they deserve in Orlando car accident litigation.

Getting an Orlando Attorney for an Out-of-State Car Accident

Orlando's popularity as an entertainment destination results in more out-of-state drivers being involved in accidents. Accident injuries sustained in the Orlando area fall under Florida jurisdiction, and your attorney must be licensed in Florida to represent you.

It's not uncommon for family members or people injured while visiting on vacation to contact us for help with their out-of-state injury case. If you suffered an accident injury as a non-Orlando resident, we can help. Our lawyers understand the unique challenges you face and know the rules on out-of-state accidents. If you've been injured as a non-Florida resident, contact us now for a free consultation to discuss what happened.

Call our firm to discuss the unique nature of your case and review your legal options.

Hiring an Attorney for Injury Representation

An experienced accident lawyer can help you submit a claim and maximize the payout you may be entitled. How much your attorney can obtain from the available insurance to compensate you will vary depending upon the unique details of your case. The policy limits of available insurance coverage will factor into what your injury case may be worth.

When you take legal action on your car accident injury claim, you are much more likely to obtain a favorable outcome with skilled representation. Comprehensive representation from a skilled injury attorney gives you the best possible chance of securing a fair settlement for what you went through.

If you've been seriously injured, it's best to hire an experienced car accident lawyer to handle the legal process so you can focus on getting better.