If you are hurt in an automobile accident, or if a loved one is killed in an accident, working with an attorney in Tampa specializing in personal injury cases and car wrecks will be essential in receiving fair compensation.
Injuries are often very difficult to assess, particularly the long-term impact of the injury. An auto accident can also have many different aspects to consider including which driver or drivers are at fault, what amount of fault is possible with each driver and any other issues that may have contributed to the accident.
At the Accident
The most important thing immediately after the auto accident is to get medical help as needed. This should be a priority for everyone at the scene. Do not refuse medical attention and do not leave the scene to transport someone to a hospital unless you have been informed to do so by the police or a 911 operator. Instead, call 911 and request an ambulance.
What the Attorney Does
If you feel that you may have been injured, it’s better be safe than sorry, so make sure to check with the doctor and have him examine areas of soreness or discomfort. Keep in mind that in the state of Florida, you must receive medical care within 14 days of the incident to be eligible for full benefits/compensation.
Should you decide to call an attorney, they can assist you in getting the right medical help and communicating with your doctors to ensure all medical records are provided as needed. He or she will also work directly with the insurance companies involved in the claim, which may be several if there were multiple vehicles or people injured in the accident.
The attorney will also work with you to keep you informed of the process and the possible settlement offered in the case. This allows anyone injured in an accident or the family of anyone killed in a traffic fatality to focus on matters of personal importance while the legal issues are managed in your best interest.
