In 2010, Florida Highway Patrol investigated over 200,000 vehicle crashes. If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile accident, Hornsby Law can help. Innocent car crash victims have the right to receive reimbursement or compensation for: medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property loss. For an experienced auto accident attorney, Orlando firm, Hornsby Law will provide legal advice and representation to clients in Florida to obtain the monetary compensation they deserve.
When a car crash victim has obtained legal representation, the insurance company of the driver at fault is more likely to pay higher damages. Monetary damages put you on the road to recovery by compensating you for the unexpected costs and hardship of a car accident. Don't negotiate with insurance companies alone – the law professionals at Hornsby Law are here to represent your interests and assist you in resolving your claim against a negligent driver.
If you have been involved in a car accident, follow these simple tips to protect your legal rights and increase your potential compensation:
- Call the police.
A police report will document important information about the accident including weather conditions, date and time of day, and whether or not either driver was cited in failing to obey traffic laws. All of this information can assist your claim against a negligent driver.
- Obtain information from the other driver and witnesses.
Insurance information, including the company name and driver's policy number, allows your attorney to contact the other party for purposes of negotiating your claim against its policyholder. Witness statements can be especially important in determining who was at fault in an accident. If possible, collect witnesses' names and phone numbers and let them know they may be contacted to give their account of the accident.
- Take pictures.
If you have a camera phone or camera, put it to use! Pictures can demonstrate the direction the cars were traveling and can give valuable information that indicates how the accident and the injuries were caused.
- See a doctor as soon as possible after the accident.
Even if there are no obvious signs of physical injury after a car accident, whiplash, head and neck injuries and muscle strain may have resulted. These injuries may go undetected unless a doctor examines you. Prompt diagnosis and treatment can avoid future pain and suffering and may increase your chances of receiving compensation as a result of the accident.
If you are in need of an experienced auto accident attorney, Orlando residents should contact Hornsby Law at (407) 599-3800.
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