Auto Accidents Victims' Rights

Our Tampa automobile accidents attorneys help clients understand and defend their rights after being involved in an auto accident in Florida. When you’ve been involved in an auto accident there are a number of potential repercussions that can result following the accident. If you have lost a loved one in an auto accident or if you have sustained personal injury as a result of someone else’s fault, the Tampa law firm of Timothy G. Anderson can represent you in order to protect your rights. It is our job as personal injury and car accident attorneys to guide you through the actions to take if you find yourself in this type of situation.

Being in an auto accident can negatively impact your life financially, physically and emotionally.  Each year in the United States, thousands of people die in auto accidents while over 3 million people are seriously injured in auto accidents. In many situations, these collisions could have been avoided had the person at fault taken responsible and reasonable precautions while operating a motor vehicle.

If you’ve been in an auto accident in Florida, it is important to recognize and know your rights. You have the right to collect compensation for your injuries and damages and you also have the right to file an auto accident lawsuit if need be. Our auto accident attorneys will guide you through these processes and help you understand those rights.

Your Rights

When you are injured in an auto accident, insurance companies are likely to contact you and try to push you into a financial settlement. It is important you meet with one of our auto accident attorneys before you agree to any such financial settlement. By signing any settlement agreement with an insurance company, you risk excluding yourself from any future action if your personal injuries become worse or any additional complications arise. Our Tampa auto accident lawyers will make sure your rights are protected and that all matters involved with your accident are explored.

If you've been injured in an auto accident and need medical attention you may be entitled compensation for your injuries. If you are not at fault for the accident, it is your right to collect this money to help you pay for the medical attention necessary to help you recover from your injuries. You may also have the right to compensation for pain and suffering.

If you've been injured in an auto accident and have not been able to work because of your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for the money you lost by not working. It is your right to be compensated financially for the time you’ve been out of work and unable to make money to support you and your family.

 

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact the injury law firm of Timothy G. Anderson or call (813) 251-0072 for a free case evaluation.