After a car accident, recovering compensation to cover your medical bills, pay for repairs on your car, and recuperate from other losses can turn out to be more challenging than you thought. An experienced car accident attorney in Largo can guide you through the process. Marsalisi Law understands these laws and can evaluate your case to determine your legal options following a car accident in Largo.
Depending on the facts of your case, our legal team can pursue a fair settlement on your behalf. Depending on the situation, this process may involve negotiating a settlement with the insurance company or filing a lawsuit and going to trial in civil court. If you are seeking legal assistance after a car accident in Largo, call (727) 334-1344 today so a member of our team can help guide you through this process and make sure you receive the compensation to which you are entitled.
Thousands of car crashes take place every day in Florida, causing billions of dollars in losses. While the trend of fatal accidents is going down, too many people still suffer from mostly preventable car crashes. Car accidents are in the top twenty causes of death in the United States. Additionally, car accidents are the number one cause of death for 10- and 11-year-old males and males aged 17–23.
Those who survive these accidents can still be left with life-altering injuries. If you have been hurt in a car crash or a collision involving any motor vehicle, such as a truck or motorcycle crash, your injuries could possibly result in thousands of dollars in medical bills and lost wages. You deserve quality legal representation in Largo and can trust the team at Marsalisi Law to help you protect your finances and future.
Careless actions behind the wheel can cause devastating crashes. At Marsalisi Law, we believe in holding negligent and reckless parties accountable for their actions. This can be accomplished through a car accident insurance claim or lawsuit. Common causes of car crashes include:
Several of the above actions are avoidable and could have been prevented with proper care. These selfish behaviors carry an enormous impact on victims and their families and can be completely life-changing.
If you own a car in Florida, you have likely heard the term “no-fault state.” But what does it mean, and why is it important? In short, the law indicates that drivers are required to have $10,000 worth of personal injury protection (PIP) coverage as part of their own auto insurance and that, regardless of who was at fault in a car accident, this policy will pay 80% of the insured’s medical bills and 60% of lost wages until the limit is reached.
In theory, this requirement is designed to lower the overall number of tort car accident lawsuits and provide compensation for medical bills incurred by an accident. Contrary to what many Floridians think, it does not mean that there’s never any liability for a car accident, nor does it mean that you cannot contact a lawyer and receive compensation for your injuries.
Florida law requires all vehicles registered in the state to carry a minimum of $10,000 in PIP coverage AND a minimum of $10,000 in property damage coverage. Therefore, if you have been in an accident with another at-fault driver you can make a claim for property damage against their policy; plus, if they have bodily injury coverage, you can make a claim against that for the medical bills and lost wages that are not covered under your PIP coverage.
In the aftermath of a car accident, drivers tend to feel flustered, anxious, and overwhelmed. Not only are they potentially coping with minor-to-severe injuries, but they may also have to deal with uncooperative perpetrators and stingy insurance companies. It is important in these situations to keep a cool head and proceed tactically. A strategic misstep could lead to a less-than-fair resolution to your claim.
Despite crashes being so common in the State of Florida, many drivers have no sense of what to do—and more significantly, what not to do—just after a car accident. Here are a few tips and tricks that will help make sure you do not prejudice your claim:
Perhaps most importantly, you should consider consulting a trusted Largo car accident attorney after your accident. If you have been in a car accident and fear that you have made a mistake that will devalue your car accident claim, contact the expert lawyers at Marsalisi law.
Injuries sustained in a car accident in Largo, Florida, can lead to a variety of damages. As such, your award may include compensatory damages, both economic and non-economic, as well as punitive damages. Each particular type of award has its own considerations and requirements. For instance, you cannot recover any non-economic losses unless you pursue a claim or lawsuit based on negligence. In addition, punitive damages may only be awarded if you can prove the defendant’s conduct was malicious or grossly negligent.
At Marsalisi Law, we can help you pursue full and fair compensation for personal injury damages resulting from accidents, including:
In and around the Tampa Bay region, we also represent wrongful death victims. We can explain your options when it comes to pursuing compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one involved in an auto accident.
According to Florida statute 95.11, an accident victim generally has four years to bring a lawsuit against the at-fault driver. Because of that, you should seek our legal services as soon as possible if you have been injured in an accident. Over time, traces of evidence disappear, and memories are forgotten. Getting involved as early as possible increases our chances of preserving valuable evidence and conducting interviews with witnesses so that they will be able to recall critical details that may have been forgotten if they have to be reinterviewed later.
Our team will determine your legal options in pursuit of compensation as soon as possible after your accident before you lose any window of opportunity to do so. We may be able to gather more evidence if we begin identification and gathering during the first few days and weeks after the accident.
Marsalisi Law has many years of experience representing car crash survivors in or near Largo, Florida, with many successful results. We will not accept low settlements from insurance companies. We understand Florida’s legal system and will negotiate tirelessly to make sure your injuries are respected. If we cannot reach an agreement with the at-fault party’s insurer, we will be prepared to take your case to court.
Frank P. Marsalisi has a strong reputation as a compassionate attorney who provides close, personal attention to each and every client. If you are not well enough to visit our firm, we can virtually meet wherever you are recovering from your injuries to discuss your case. Our firm is a boutique practice with the resources of a much larger firm that empower us to provide top-tier service.
If you are unsure about the outcome of your injury and concerned about how you will pay for your medical bills, call us. Before you speak with any insurance agent or adjuster, talk to Frank.
Frank P. Marsalisi has been designated one of 2020’s “Top 3 Personal Injury Lawyers” for his dedication to his clients. When you are up against an insurance company, you can be sure that they will do everything they can to protect their bottom line. Our firm can help these insurance companies understand that you and your injuries matter more.
Frank P. Marsalisi is a fluent Spanish speaker who will communicate the details of your case to you clearly so you can understand what you face. His goal is to help you receive compensation for all accident-related losses so you can get back to living a fulfilling life. Call (727) 334-1344 or complete our contact form for a free consultation. We’re available 24/7 to answer your questions.
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