Orlando Auto Accident Lawyer
Orlando personal injury firm, The Francis Law Firm will be one of the first to tell you auto accidents, indeed any category of personal injury accidents, are very difficult cases. We will also be the first to tell you that there are certain things you must NOT do before you consult with a fully qualified Orlando personal injury lawyer. We’re here to help you file a rightful claim and need your assistance in getting your case on the right footing.
There are over 80,000 lawyers in Florida alone, but less than 2 percent are fully qualified and certified to handle civil trial law – car, truck, motorcycle, school bus and other types of accidents. These accident cases have complex issues and here at the Francis Law Firm, we know what those issues are and handle them on a daily basis.
Advice From an Orlando Accident Lawyer
We advise you not to speak to insurance representatives calling you on behalf of the person who is deemed to have caused the accident. As the victim, it’s important you speak to a lawyer first to understand what issues are involved in settling a personal injury lawsuit. We aim to settle your case and obtain adequate compensation for damages, pain and suffering and loss of wages among other things.
There are a staggering number of auto accidents across the nation each year caused by drinking, drugging, inattention to the road, speeding, stunting, young inexperienced drivers, talking on a cell phone and driving with undue care and attention to the road conditions. Statistics show the numbers total over 6 million collisions or other accidents.
As a result of these accidents, at least 3 million people were injured, and close to 43,000 died. More than 115 people die daily in car crashes If you do the math, it averages out to one death every 13 minutes. Florida has the unenviable position of ranking second in the USA for the highest number of auto accidents and deaths. If you drive, you place your life on the line.
Due to the high number of auto accidents in the United States, insurance companies are trying to keep settlements down as much as they can. If they think they can get you to settle for a much lower amount of money without a court case, they will try. Telling an insurance adjuster anything other than when and where the accident happened and your name, address and home phone number may result in what you say being used against you later during settlement.
Call the Francis Law Firm first. We will act on your behalf during the settlement process. Do not sign anything until you have consulted with an attorney. Do not accept the first settlement offer from an insurance company. If you do, it’s impossible for a lawyer to help you and you could lose out on a claim for grief, pain, emotional distress, lost wages and medical expenses. Protect your rights through proper negotiations.