West Palm Beach Car Accident Lawyers Obtain Fair Compensation For Injury Victims

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may feel frightened and anxious about the future and your ability to return to work. Additionally, you may be facing a stack of medical bills that stem from your accident. Even if you have insurance coverage, medical expenses, such as hospital bills, physical therapy, x-rays and other related expenses can quickly add up, creating financial hardship for you and your family.

One of the first steps you should take to protect yourself financially after being injured in a car crash is to consult with an experienced car accident lawyer. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney can thoroughly evaluate your case and help you understand what legal options may be available to you.

Contact RTRTLAW in West Palm Beach at (561) 331-6920 or toll-free at 1-833-HIRE-RTR (1-833-447-3787) to schedule a free, no-obligation case review today.

Why Do Most Car Crashes Occur in Florida?

Although motor vehicle accidents can occur for any number of reasons, distracted driving is one of the main causes of accidents in Florida. In today’s modern world, many motorists pay more attention to their cell phones than the road in front of them. Even with hands-free technology, talking or texting while driving can distract the driver and lead to collisions.

Drivers also can become preoccupied with talking to passengers in the car, especially young children, by using GPS, or by their car’s entertainment system.

Other commonly cited causes in Florida contributing to car accidents include:

• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Speeding/reckless driving
• Disobeying traffic laws
• Not maintaining tires
• Driving in adverse weather
• Driving on poorly maintained roads

If you’ve been hurt in an auto accident, you need a reliable, trusted and respected attorney on your side. RTRLAW’s qualified car accident attorneys will investigate the cause of your accident and determine who was at fault and how much your case may be worth. Contact RTRLAW for more information today.

What Are the Most Common Types of Injuries Sustained in an Auto Accident?

Auto accident injuries can range from minor bumps and bruises to more severe injuries like broken bones, and even catastrophic injuries, such as spinal cord injuries or traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Regardless of the nature of the injuries, accident victims may have to deal with lost income from being unable to work and medical bills they can’t afford.

Some of the most common injuries sustained in a wreck include:

• Head injuries
• Broken bones
• Facial injuries
• Soft tissue injuries
• Cuts, scrapes, and bruises

If you’ve suffered catastrophic injuries in Florida, you may have either temporary or permanent impairment, which can have a significant impact on your life. Some examples of catastrophic injuries include:

• Loss of limbs
• Organ damage
• TBIs
• Spinal cord injuries

These types of injuries typically result in the victim requiring long-term, specialized medical treatment that can quickly become overwhelming financially. Individuals who suffer catastrophic injuries also may need ongoing medical procedures and surgeries, and potentially live with chronic pain for the duration of their lives.

If you’ve suffered injuries in a car accident, speak with a skilled RTRLAW accident attorney today who can examine your medical records and work to obtain a settlement that can adequately provide for your current and future medical needs.

How Can I Recover Damages After an Auto Accident?

Florida is a no-fault insurance state, which means that drivers are required to file accident claims with their own insurers first, regardless of who is at fault for an accident. All Florida-registered motor vehicle owners must carry at least $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance, which covers an accident victim’s own medical costs incurred from an accident. If the injury victim’s insurance coverage does not cover all their medical costs, the law permits the injured person to seek compensation from the negligent, responsible party through a personal injury lawsuit.

The at-fault driver’s insurance may try to downplay your injuries or attempt to underpay you for your damages. Let an experienced personal injury attorney from RTRLAW protect your rights and fight the insurance company for you to get the most compensation possible for your injuries.

In Florida, a car accident victim may be entitled to collect economic and non-economic compensatory damages. Additionally, if your case meets the necessary legal criteria, you may also qualify to collect punitive damages.

Economic Damages

Economic damages may be awarded to accident victims to compensate them for out-of-pocket expenses they have paid or may end up paying for expenses related to their injuries. Some of the most frequently awarded damages injury victims may recover are:

• Lost wages
• Past and future medical bills
• Loss of earning potential

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages may be granted to injury victims to compensate them for intangible losses they have experienced. Non-economic damages are based on the specifics of your case. The most frequently awarded non-economic damages include:

• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Emotional distress

In Florida, “pain and suffering” damages must meet an “injury threshold.” This means that you may only claim pain and suffering damages if the accident resulted in one or more of the following conditions:

• Permanent injury or intensification of a pre-existing condition
• Permanent disfigurement and scarring
• Fundamental loss of ability to perform a necessary bodily function
• Death

Punitive Damages

Punitive damages are rare in Florida and only awarded by a judge if the plaintiff demonstrates clear and convincing evidence that the defendant acted with gross negligence and with a willful and wanton disregard for their safety.

Unlike compensatory damages meant to make restitution to the victim, punitive damages are granted to punish the defendant for their wrongdoing. Punitive damages are also meant to be a warning to others not to repeat the same behavior.

Florida caps punitive damages at up to three times the amount awarded in compensatory damages, or $500,000, whichever amount is greater. If you are uncertain about what types of damages your car accident case may qualify for, contact RTRLAW in West Palm Beach and ask to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney.

Why Should I Choose RTRLAW to Represent Me?

After a car accident , you need time to recover and get back to full health without having to worry about filing insurance claims or dealing with an insurance adjuster. RTRLAW has experienced car accident attorneys who can act as your legal advocate and assist you with filing a claim, and other essential elements of your case.

Often an insurance adjuster will contact you and try to offer you a quick settlement that may seem tempting. However, these quick settlements rarely take into account your potential future costs and non-economic damages you have suffered. Our lawyers are skilled negotiators who are not afraid to stand up to the insurance providers to help you obtain a settlement that is in your best interests and not those of the insurer.

If you’ve been injured, you need a law firm that will stand by your side throughout the entire legal process to ensure that you receive fair compensation to help you have the peace of mind you deserve.

RTRLAW’s skilled car accident attorneys have been assisting car accident victims with their accident cases since 1988. We’ve helped tens of thousands of clients recover hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation.

In addition to our West Palm Beach office, RTRLAW has six other conveniently located offices in Florida and one office in Dallas, Texas, to serve you. However, we know the last thing you want to do after an accident is to drive to see an attorney. So if you can’t come to us, we’ll come to you! For your convenience, you also can sign the documents electronically by email or text. We make it quick and easy for you to take care of all the paperwork.

Contact RTRLAW in West Palm Beach by calling (561) 331-6920 or our toll-free number, 1-833-HIRE-RTR (833-447-3787) for more information and a free, no-obligation case review today.