Auto, Motorcycle, Truck & Boat Accidents
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Car accidents are common in Florida and often, these accidents are a result of a motorist’s negligence.
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Whatever the cause or whomever was negligent, these accidents can have lifelong impacts. Even crashes that might at the time feel as if they’re not that bad could require long-term medical care.
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That is why, after an accident, your focus should be on recovering from your injuries, not fighting with the insurance company.
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Being injured in a car accident can be emotional and traumatic. So, when you hire me, you are hiring an advocate to personally represent you through this difficult time to insure you receive the compensation you deserve.
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Insurance companies will fight to minimize the value of your claim. They may even deny responsibility altogether.
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At White Injury Law, you will not pay anything upfront. I work on contingency fees, which means you pay NOTHING unless you win your case and recover money.
Types of Car Accident Cases in FL
There are many factors that can lead to a car accident that can result in severe injury or even death. Below is a list of a few factors that can cause an auto accident to occur:
• Alcohol use
• Illegal substance abuse
• Prescription drugs
• Distracted driving
• Poor weather conditions
• Excessive speeding
• Reckless driving
• Failure to follow traffic regulations and laws
• Personal grooming while driving
• Tailgating
• Use of mobile device while driving
• Tired Driving
• Improper Turn
• Improper Lane Change
• Texting and Driving
• Rear-End Accidents
• T-Bone Accidents
• Hit and Run Accidents
• Defective vehicle accidents such as: Defective tires, Defective airbags, Defective Airbags
If you or a loved one was involved in a car accident contact me to assist you. My telephone number is
(305) 927-1947.
What You Should Do Following a Car Accident
If you are seriously injured, or in any type of discomfort after a car accident, you should immediately seek medical attention. Your health should be your top priority.
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It is recommended that you are medically evaluated as soon as possible and not wait for the pain or symptoms to persist.
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Often, when someone is involved in a car accident, initial symptoms may not be felt due to adrenaline. However, this does not mean that you are not suffering from injuries because of the car accident.
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You have 14 days to seek medical treatment. A delay in medical treatment after a car accident may be used against you later. The insurance company could use your delay in medical treatment to minimize your legitimate injuries after a car accident
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Call the police, get an Accident report
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Once you have accessed that you are safe, take pictures at the scene of the car accident including damages to the vehicles involved in the car accident, pictures of any people that were involved in the accident and pictures of the area where the accident took place. Then you should ask for the following information:
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Names, Picture of their Driver’s License, Proof of Insurance from the other driver(s)
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Name, address, telephone number of all witnesses
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Statements that the other driver or witnesses make at the scene
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Do not apologize or admit fault or insurers and other participants will use your apology to deny your request for compensation.
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If the other driver involved in the car accident tells you that they did not see you because of something, then try to take pictures of what they are talking about. These photographs will assist in proving liability against the other driver and show that you are not at fault for the car accident.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft has changed the way people travel. However, people can still get injured in a car accidents in while riding in an Uber or Lyft. If you were injured in an Uber or Lyft car, you should talk to a personal injury attorneys as soon as possible.
The personal injury claim process after an Uber Accident can be difficult, that is why it is important to contact a personal injury attorney. Contact me to schedule a free consultation today. I am here to help you understand your rights and demand the compensation you desire.
Motorcycle
Accidents are frightening, but motorcycle accidents can be especially frightening and motorcyclists, are vulnerable to severe and traumatic injury since motorcyclists have less protection in an accident, which can result more serious injury. But even in minor motorcycle accidents there can be trauma, and the victim still needs the ability to recover and get adequate compensation.
Motorcycle Injuries may include:
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Fractures
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Severe head trauma
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Spinal cord injuries
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Neck injuries
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Disfigurement
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Permanent nerve damage
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Limb amputations
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Traumatic brain injuries
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Paralysis
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Death
Commercial
Vehicle Accidents
Commercial auto accidents often cause serious injuries — usually for the occupants of a passenger vehicle. Remember, the trucking and their insurance company are not on your side. Both will challenge your claim by blaming you and minimizing the severity of your injuries. If you are injured, you need compensation as soon as possible to cover your medical expenses and lost wages.
You pay nothing unless I get reimbursement on your behalf. Contact me today to schedule your no-cost meeting.