Project Description
Auto Accident
Auto accidents leave victims injured and questioning what to do next. Injured victims are often confused with what to do, who to call, or where to find help after an auto accident. The auto accident lawyers at The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine are here for you every step of the way following your auto accident.
Auto Accidents leave victims in a difficult situation, they are in pain and often without a vehicle or the ability to work following the accident. With increasing medical expenses and potentially lost income, you may quickly find yourself in a scary situation in regards to both your health and your finances. Treatment plans may include many medical providers who specialize in auto accidents, expensive procedures or even surgery for your injuries. A patient’s priority should be on their recovery following an auto accident.
Investigating Auto Accidents
Evaluating all the facts involved in the cause of a motor vehicle accident requires skill and experience. Our office will meticulously investigate your accident and injuries so that you can concentrate on recovering. Establishing fault for an accident may seem like a simple process, especially if you were in a rear-end accident. The insurance companies commonly try to “share” the fault of an accident between the drivers. Our experienced auto accident attorneys carefully investigate every case to effectively prove negligence and fault. This process includes:
We carefully review and apply our investigated data from your accident to best represent your auto accident and pursue the maximum recovery amount for your injuries.
Common Types of Auto Accidents:
Rear-end car accident
Parking lot accidents
Head-on auto accidents
Side-impact and t0bone auto accidents
Multiple-vehicle auto accidents
Hit and run auto accidents
Rideshare or Uber and Lyft auto accidents
What to do after an Auto Accident?
The steps you take following an accident can be critical.
We Fight For You
Insurance companies target injured victims from auto accidents. Let The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine fight for you. Insurance carriers will scrutinize how an accident occurred, as well as attempt to diminish your injuries. After reporting the accident to open a claim, the insurance company will likely request a recorded statement to discuss the details of your accident and injuries. Insurance companies may attempt to use a recorded statement against you. Sometimes adjusters will try trip you up so that you may appear “upset confused, medicated, lacking sleep, or in severe pain unable to concentrate.” With the aid of an auto accident attorney you know you are protected from any inadequate questions or poor practices.
Our skilled Auto Accident Attorneys at The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine are there for you every step of the way after your accident. Our team can help coordinate the medical care and transportation you need while you try to restore your regular life. We will fight for the best financial recovery possible for your case.
Experienced Attorneys
The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine legal team is comprised of several attorneys who are Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers and National Board of Trial Advocacy Civil Trial Lawyers. This Double Board Certification is a distinction of experience in specialized skills, knowledge, and proficiency within the field of personal injury. A Board Certified Specialist can make a huge difference when you need to retain a Personal Injury Attorney.
Florida Board Certification is a volunteer program recognition of “specialist” or “expert” based upon the attorney’s experience requiring:
- The practice of law for at least five years;
Substantial involvement in the specialty of civil trial law — 50% or more — during the three years immediately preceding application;
Handling of at least 15 contested civil cases, including cases before juries as lead counsel and as the trier of fact on some or all of the issues;
50 hours of approved civil trial law certification continuing legal education in the three years immediately preceding application;
Peer review; and,
A written examination.
FAQ
It is essential to seek medical attention following an injury even if you don’t think your accident was bad. Small signs like headaches, tingling, numbness, jaw pain, other “mild” discomforts can lead to the diagnosis of an injury you may have never known about until you had waived your right to care. Experienced injury medical professionals know the small signs that are often overlooked. Seeking immediate medical attention often leads to a greater overall recovery.
You may be surprised, but not all medical providers offer care to persons injured in car accidents. This is likely due to the nature of their practices or billing procedures. Following an auto accident, PIP is your primary initial medical coverage over all other forms of insurance. Typically, you will need an MRI, a referral to an orthopedic specialist, or maybe even a neurologist. Our firm will be there for you if you have any questions regarding the providers in your community who can treat your auto accident injuries.
There is not always a direct correlation to the property damage and the severity of the injuries sustained from an accident. No two individuals are alike nor are two injuries are alike. There are numerous factors that can affect the damage as well as injuries caused by an accident. Discussing how the accident happened as well as what pain you have helps the attorney start the investigation process. We can help you navigate the insurance process as well as treat and heal your injuries.
While our legal team can never guarantee the outcome of a lawsuit, we can assure you our team of aggressive attorneys will work tirelessly on your behalf. As our client, we will provide you with advice and assist you in any decision-making you are faced with. Further, we are dedicated to keeping you updated throughout every phase of your case. Though we cannot accept every case, we never charge for consultations regarding your claim. In all the personal injury cases we accept, however, the Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine will provide you with the skilled advocates you need and provide you with top-notch representation.
Common Auto Accident Damages:
Medical expenses and future medical expenses
Loss of income
Property Damage
Pain and suffering (including emotional distress, loss of relationships, and life enjoyment)