If you suffer injuries due to another party’s negligence, you can generally file an insurance claim or lawsuit to recover compensation for your medical care, lost income, and other damages. Working with an attorney makes navigating this legal process easier.
When you hire a Boca Raton personal injury lawyer, they do more than just handle the paperwork for your case. Consider the following six reasons why an attorney will strengthen your case and help you get the justice you deserve.
A Lawyer Will Handle All Communication for Your Personal Injury Claim
As soon as you hire a personal injury lawyer to manage your case, they will notify the involved parties—including the insurance company—that they are now the point of contact for the case. They will receive the calls and respond to inquiries from other parties, preventing you from having to worry about them.
This also protects your rights by ensuring that you do not say or do something the insurance adjuster could use against you. An insurance company will often look for any excuse to reduce or deny a claim, including using the victim’s own words to downplay their injuries.
For example, if you tell the insurance adjuster you are feeling much better, they may try to take this to mean that your injuries are healed, and you can return to your regular activities. In reality, you might still be undergoing treatment, struggling with symptoms, and cannot yet return to work.
Identify and Document Recoverable Damages to Maximize Your Compensation
Your attorney will know how to maximize the compensation you receive, fighting for a fair settlement based on the expenses and losses you suffered. They can identify and document your recoverable damages, which could include:
- Medical care costs
- Future treatment and support expenses
- Income losses for missed work
- Diminished earning capacity if you have long-term or permanent injuries
- Related expenses, such as travel for care or necessary home renovations for accessibility
- Intangible losses, including physical pain, emotional suffering, mental anguish, distress, and reduced quality of life
Personal injury attorneys seek compensation for individuals hurt by someone else’s negligence, but they also represent families whose loved ones suffered a wrongful death. Each state has laws governing how these cases work, who can file, and what types of damages are recoverable. Your attorney will know how to pursue maximum compensation for you and your family.
For example, under Florida law, only the victim’s personal representative (estate executor) can file a wrongful death action. Attorneys work closely with this party to seek compensation for the victim’s spouse, children, and/or parents.
An Attorney will Navigate the Complex Legal Process and Personal Injury Laws
Personal injury cases are not as straightforward as they often seem. To recover compensation, you must prove that the at-fault party acted negligently and is therefore liable for your damages. This can be a complex process under some circumstances.
For example, Florida drivers must carry no-fault Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance. This policy pays for most accident injuries. However, when an accident victim has lasting injuries or the cost to treat them exceeds their PIP policy limits, an auto accident lawyer may seek and secure fault-based damages for them.
Understanding when an accident victim qualifies to sue the at-fault driver and how to recover compensation in these cases requires knowledge of similar cases and experience in navigating the process. A personal injury lawyer is your best resource.
Leverage Resources to Strengthen Your Personal Injury Case
Personal injury law firms usually have access to resources that individuals and families do not. This includes experience with similar cases, time to invest in building the case, money to fund the process, and a network of experts and specialists who can testify to support the case.
Access to a network of doctors, researchers, economists, and other experts often proves crucial in these cases. They can help explain what occurred, reconstruct accidents, and estimate future care and support costs.
Allow You to Focus on Healing and Recovery After Your Accident
Victims who suffered severe injuries often require months to recover fully. Some even suffer lasting injuries and disabilities because of a negligent accident. Personal injury attorneys understand that their physical and emotional health and well-being are the top priority in these cases.
While getting compensation to pay for treatment, care, and support is vital, the victim does not have the time or energy to put into figuring out how to manage this process. Instead, the attorney handles it while their client focuses on treatment, rehabilitation, and healing.
Legal Representation will Safeguard Your Right to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Personal injury lawyers protect their clients’ rights to sue and pursue a lawsuit against the at-fault party or parties. Victims have a right to sue the liable party and take the case to trial. However, this right expires when the statute of limitations for the case runs out.
For example, under Florida Statutes § 95.11, Florida accident victims generally have up to two years to begin a lawsuit against the negligent party. Missing this deadline could result in losing the right to take the case to trial. The judge may not allow the lawsuit to proceed, making it difficult, if not impossible, to secure a fair settlement.
You do not want this to happen to you. Statutes of limitations can be complex. Never assume you have enough time. Instead, contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible so they can protect your right to pursue fair compensation.
Get a Free Consultation with Our Personal Injury Law Firm to Discuss Your Case
Hiring a personal injury lawyer can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. When you are dealing with the aftermath of an accident, the complexities of legal procedures, insurance negotiations, and the documentation of your losses, it can all be overwhelming. A skilled personal injury lawyer brings expertise, experience, and resources to your case, ensuring your rights are protected and you receive the compensation you deserve.
Ged Lawyers provides free consultations for victims and their families injured in accidents. Contact us today to get started.
