Clearwater Auto Accident Attorney
Car accidents are a regular feature in Clearwater. We see cars pulled to the side of the road virtually every week, and injured victims often reach out to our firm to discuss whether they can seek compensation. The Reep Law Firm has negotiated settlements for many car accident victims, so we know how insurance companies think. We use this knowledge to assemble evidence in a compelling way when negotiating a claim. Call us to speak with our Clearwater auto accident attorney about your collision.
Insurance & Your Clearwater Car Accident
We can discuss how insurance will impact your case. Florida requires that motorists carry personal injury protection coverage, called PIP. The state requires at least $10,000 in coverage, but some drivers carry more.
This is no-fault insurance which motorists turn to first to pay for medical care and replace lost income. However, you need to receive treatment within 14 days to have a valid claim.
Some victims suffer serious injuries, so PIP coverage is insufficient. The Reep Law Firm will also review if you can sue the at-fault driver for compensation. A lawsuit is a good way to seek compensation for all losses, including pain and suffering, mental anguish, and emotional distress. For serious injuries, we might also seek loss of consortium and other damages.
The challenge with suing a defendant is proving fault for the crash. If a driver wasn’t at fault, they don’t owe you anything—regardless of the severity of your injuries. We often review important evidence to help build a claim:
- The police report. You should call the police to report an accident soon after. The report contains crucial details about the crash.
- Witness stories about what they observed. A witness can help us see what happened and identify which driver is to blame.
- Any dashcam or other video of the accident. A nearby business might have a security camera which recorded the accident. Video is persuasive evidence.
- Physical evidence, including any evidence from the scene of the crash. A debris field can help us determine the speed of the vehicles and how they collided.
- Photographs of the vehicles and the surrounding scenery. These pictures are useful at seeing the condition of each vehicle soon after the collision.
Insurance companies review this evidence when analyzing fault, and we can negotiate with them for a settlement. We might also look at your uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage to see if it will cover a claim.
Schedule a Consultation Today with our Clearwater Auto Accident Lawyers
The Reep Law Firm is ready to take necessary action to receive the maximum compensation following a crash. Some law firms are afraid of the courtroom, but we can file a lawsuit where necessary under the deadline and present witnesses to a judge and jury.
We have helped people hurt in all types of wrecks, including rollovers, rear-end collisions, and side impact crashes. You can trust our experience to effectively negotiate a fair deal for your injuries. Call us today to schedule a free consultation with our Clearwater auto accident attorney.
