Automobile Accidents
Car accidents occur for many reasons: driver error, negligence, manufacturing defects and dangerous weather conditions. No matter what the specific cause or result of the car accident, speaking with an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you sort out your legal rights, your options and your future.
Millions of American are injured or killed in motor vehicle accidents every year. In 2007 alone, 3217 Floridians died, and many thousand more injured in automobile accidents, as a result of another driver’s negligence. Driver negligence is more common than you might realize. All it takes is a distraction in that split second before an accident occurs. The distraction may be caused by rubbernecking, changing a CD or radio station, looking for road signs, interacting with other passengers, using a cell phone, or tending to children. Sometimes, these distractions do not give the driver the proper time to react quickly enough to changing traffic conditions or to avoid hitting another vehicle, pedestrian, object or animal on the road. In addition, speeding, and driving while under the influence are other common causes of accidents.
After an accident, there will be many things going through your mind. Your initial reaction may be that of shock and/or anger, but try to keep your cool and remember the following:
STOP – Do not leave the scene of an accident
CALL FOR HELP – Call 911 or the local police department. Also, call a friend or family member to inform them that you’ve been in an accident and provide them with information as to where you are, and if you are going to be transported to a medical facility. When the police arrive, be sure to provide them with an accurate description of what happened.
GATHER INFORMATION – If you are physically able to, obtain the telephone number, address and insurance information of the other driver(s)involved in the accident. Also, get the names, addresses and telephone numbers of any witnesses to the accident.
TAKE PHOTOGRAPHS – Today, everyone carries a cell phone which can take photographs. Again, if you are physically able to, take photographs of your vehicle, and of the other vehicle(s) involved in the accident. If possible take photographs of the scene of the accident.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION - Paramedics can help determine your initial injuries. However, you should seek medical attention regardless, as you may have injuries that may not be aware of.
REPORT THE ACCIDENT - Contact you automobile insurance company as soon as possible to inform them of the accident. Automobile insurance policies require that accidents be reported within a reasonable amount of time.
Car Accident Injuries and Compensation
Barbara G. Banks, P.A. helps drivers and passengers recover money damages for their injuries from the party of parties responsible for the accident. Such injuries may include:
Head Injuries and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Broken Bones
Spinal Cord Injuries
Joint, Back and Neck Injuries
Knee Injuries
Shoulder Injuries
Paralysis
Burns
Disfigurement
Scarring
Wrongful Death
Mental and Emotional Suffering
Damages may also be sought to pay for the victim’s medical bills arising as a result of the car accident, in addition to reasonable future medical bills. If the victim requires rehabilitative services or accommodations, such as physical therapy or a ramp leading to the home, these costs may become part of the damage claim. The car accident victim also may recover lost wages. Compensation for damage to personal property may also be recoverable.
If you have been injured in a car or other type of motor vehicle accident, it is a good idea to keep a daily diary documenting how the injury is affecting you, both emotionally and physically. This can be of great assistance when it comes time to show the effects of the accident.
The Law Office of Barbara G. Banks will assist and guide you through the maze of critical decisions to be made and will handle all matters concerning the insurance companies. We handle everything so you can focus on recovering from your injuries. Our strategic legal team will address every aspect of your case, including your property damage, possible loss of income, compensation for your medical expenses, and provide you with maximum results for your injuries, and for your pain and suffering.
If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in an automobile accident, contact the Law Offices of Barbara G. Banks. Our office serves victims of car accidents throughout Florida including, Coral Springs, Margate, Tamarac, Deerfield Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach, Pembroke Pines, Fort Lauderdale, Miramar, Sunrise, Hollywood, and Plantation.
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The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.
Barbara G. Banks of The Law Offices of Barbara Banks is a Coral Springs based automobile accident lawyer and general negligence State of Florida accident attorney who represents serious personal injury and wrongful death clients throughout Florida, including Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Pompano, Deerfield Beach, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach, Hallendale, Miami Beach and Lake Worth.