It’s no surprise that being in a car accident can be stressful. In the aftermath of the accident, you may have to deal with a damaged vehicle, intimidating conversations with law enforcement, confusing calls with insurance companies, and the limitations and pain of physical injuries.
You have a lot to deal with after a car accident, which is why you must get support.
While you can manage the aftermath of an auto accident on your own, there are multiple benefits to working with someone who has experience navigating your situation. An experienced personal injury attorney knows what you are going through and what you need to do to manage the process and lead to the best possible outcome.
5 Reasons To Talk to a Personal Injury Attorney After a Car Accident
You don’t have to navigate the time after a car accident on your own. In fact, you don’t want to.
A personal injury attorney can be a partner by your side during this difficult time to help relieve you of some of your stress and concern. They can be a partner by your side who will fight for your best interests and help you get the fair outcome you deserve. Here are five reasons why you should talk to a personal injury attorney after a car accident.
#1) An attorney will tell you if you have a case.
Don’t waste time wondering if you need an attorney or if you have a case. If you or a close loved one have been in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, talk to an attorney right away.
An attorney can look at the details of your situation and advise you if you have a case worth fighting for. They can tell you if you have an opportunity to collect damages and receive compensation as a result of the accident.
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#2) An attorney will conduct an investigation and fight to prove fault.
An important part of winning a personal injury case and collecting financial compensation is proving fault. You must be able to show the accident was caused by the negligence of another party.
An attorney can conduct an investigation to gather evidence that supports your side of the case. They can contact and interview witnesses, review police reports, and collect photos and videos to resolve any disputes about what happened and prove who was at fault for the accident.
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#3) An attorney can help you collect more money.
Insurance companies will try to pay out as little as possible after an auto accident. An experienced personal injury attorney knows the tactics insurance companies use to limit the amount of money they must pay, and they can employ strategies to force insurance companies to pay what is legally owed to injured parties.
An attorney can calculate and clearly show the full value of damages owed. They can collect personal injury compensation to pay for damaged vehicles as well as other monetary and non-monetary damages such as:
- Immediate medical bills (hospital expenses, surgeries, prescriptions, etc.)
- Future medical bills (physical therapy, massage therapy, prescriptions, chiropractor sessions, pain management treatment, mental health treatment, etc.)
- Cost of home-care and domestic services
- Lost income
- Loss of future earnings
- Property damage
- Costs of altered plans (canceling a vacation, wedding, etc.)
- Debilitating long-term physical impairments
- Physical disfigurement or deformities
- Emotional trauma (stress and anxiety)
- Loss of consortium or companionship
- Damage to lifestyle because of the injury
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#4) An attorney will help you prepare for a deposition.
If you sue a party after a car accident, you may need to sit for a deposition. A deposition is part of the legal process where you must testify under oath and answer questions from both parties in the case.
A deposition can be nerve-racking and stressful. A personal injury attorney can not only guide you through the process, but they can also prepare you so you feel confident and comfortable during questioning. They can ensure that you approach the deposition in a way that will lead to the best possible outcome for your case.
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#5) You pay nothing until you win your case.
The number one reason why you should talk to a personal injury attorney after a car accident is because it is free. Most personal injury attorneys do not charge for consultations. You can review your story and determine if you have a case free of charge.
If you decide to pursue your case, most personal injury cases also do not require any upfront payment. Attorneys typically do not collect payment until you win your case and are awarded financial compensation.
TJ Grimaldi offers free consultants on all personal injury cases. You also pay nothing until we win your case. Don’t worry about adding additional expenses to your auto accident. You pay nothing until we win and you collect financial compensation.
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Talk to a Personal Injury Attorney About Your Car Accident
If you have been in a car accident, you can navigate the aftermath on your own, but we highly recommend that you talk to a trusted partner to help you with your case. An experienced personal injury attorney can ensure you get the highest possible payout after an auto accident.
Don’t leave your case up to chance and the goodwill of insurance companies. Work with an auto accident attorney who will fight for you to get everything you deserve. Request your free consultation or call 813-226-1023 to schedule with attorney TJ Grimaldi today.
TJ Grimaldi joined McIntyre in 2011. McIntyre recruited TJ to create the divisions of personal injury and family law, as well as to expand the existing criminal defense practice at the firm. During TJ’s tenure at McIntyre, he has helped oversee and grow these practice areas. He continues to practice in these divisions while also expanding his own practice areas to include estate planning and immigration law. TJ is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Florida and the United States District Court for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida.
