Accidents happen, even in paradise. Whether you were hurt as a long-time Marco Island resident or a visitor looking to soak up some sun, you have the right to seek financial compensation from a negligent driver. Yet, getting started is just half the battle.
The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine represents clients hurt in motor vehicle accidents. We go above and beyond the call of duty when our friends and neighbors retain our help. From the very beginning, you rest assured that your case is in good hands. We’ve recovered millions of dollars in damages, and we’re ready to prioritize your needs.
Connect with a Marco Island personal injury lawyer from our firm, and let’s get started recovering what you need.
Our Clients Never Pay Upfront for Our Legal Team’s Support
You have a lot of financial obligations following a car accident. Medical bills. Paying rent. Keeping your kids clothed and fed. However, here’s an expense you don’t have to worry about after your collision: attorney’s fees. That’s because when you retain a lawyer from our firm, we never charge anything upfront or out of pocket.
A percentage of your settlement pays for our services, never your own savings. Learn more about this arrangement and how we put clients’ needs first when you start your free case review.
How Our Auto Accident Lawyers Intend to Win Your Personal Injury Claim
When our Florida-grown law firm takes your case, we intend to win it. What’s more, we aim to secure every dollar you need to account for your past, present, and future injury-related losses. While you focus on healing and putting your needs first, we focus on your case’s many elements. Building a strong car accident claim requires us to:
Interpret the Law and Explain Your Options
The law can be challenging to understand, and many people lack formal legal training. For this reason, it’s in your best interest to have a personal injury attorney who can understand and interpret the laws relevant to your claim. A Marco Island car accident lawyer can be your go-to expert for anything legal and help you make well-informed decisions. That way, you can plan your future and regain control over your life.
Investigate Your Accident and Gather Evidence
A vital role of an attorney is thoroughly investigating your accident and gathering all available evidence to build a solid claim. This must be done as soon as possible after the collision, as certain forms of evidence could become unavailable with the passage of time.
Your lawyer can find and use the following information to supplement your case:
- Police reports
- Medical records and bills detailing your injuries and associated costs
- Photos and videos taken after the accident
- Nearby CCTV and cell phone video that recorded the accident
- Pay stubs and income statements to show lost wages
- Eyewitness testimony and affidavits
- Testimony of expert witnesses, such as doctors, police, accident reconstruction specialists, coroners, etc.
- Receipts from a car mechanic or dealership to prove property damage
Prove Fault, Negligence, and Liability
To recover compensation from another party, your attorney must prove that they were negligent and, therefore, liable. Proving negligence and liability requires that your attorney establish the following legal principles:
Duty of care: This basic legal principle requires that all motorists must drive with enough caution to avoid harming others.
Breach of duty: A breach (violation) of duty of care implies that the motorist failed in their obligation to others to exercise due caution. Examples of driving violations include the following:
- Distracted driving, such as texting or using a cellphone
- Driving while intoxicated
- Speeding or going too fast for weather conditions
- Failing to yield the right-of-way
- Running stop signs or red lights
- Driving the wrong way
- Driving recklessly, with disregard for the safety of others
Causation: The driver’s breach of duty proximately caused the accident, which resulted in your injuries. Proximate causation means that you would not have been injured if not for the other party’s breach of duty.
Damages: You incurred quantifiable damages, such as medical bills, due to the accident and your injuries.
Negotiate for a Fair Settlement
Ideally, after filing your car accident claim, the liable insurance provider will agree to our terms and offer what you need. However, this doesn’t always happen, and many times, our auto accident lawyers enter into negotiations to secure what our clients need.
Your attorney will first send the insurer a demand letter to initiate negotiations. Unfortunately, the insurer may respond with a very low counteroffer that you find unacceptable. You may make another counteroffer, and both parties will continue back and forth until (1) a settlement is reached or (2) you sue to get the compensation you seek.
The outcome of a settlement largely depends on how prepared you are to present your case, what you consider an acceptable agreement, and how long you can wait to receive compensation. A Marco Island car accident attorney from our firm will fight to achieve the most favorable outcome possible in your case.
Represent You in Court
Most auto accident claims are settled before a lawsuit is warranted. However, if you go to trial, your attorney will fight for your best interests and represent you in court. They know how to refute the arguments of insurance companies and their legal defense team. They will also submit evidence to support your case and use any resources at their disposal to prove you are entitled to the compensation you seek.
Our Lawyers Pursue Fair Compensation for Your Car Accident
Florida doesn’t limit how much you can request in compensation following a Marco Island car accident. Yet, the state limits how long you have to initiate a lawsuit against a negligent party. Per Florida Statutes § 95.11(3)(a), you generally have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. The same time limit applies if you’re filing a wrongful death lawsuit.
It’s imperative that we learn about your case and file your lawsuit before the deadline expires. Otherwise, the state would bar you from seeking:
- Medical expenses, such as emergency care, hospitalization, doctor visits, surgery, physical therapy, prescription medication, etc.
- Lost wages if you were unable to work due to your injuries
- Diminished earning capacity
- Property damage costs
- Physical and emotional pain and suffering
- Reduced quality of life
- Emotional distress
- Loss of companionship
- Permanent or temporary disability
- The cost of anything you spent out of pocket
- Wrongful death-related damages, such as funeral costs
Understandably, many people are concerned about their immediate costs after an accident. However, your lawyer will consider how the accident may contribute to future losses when building your claim. These may include your future medical expenses, how your injuries will affect your ability to work, and the accident’s long-term physical and emotional impacts.
Our Law Firm Is Well-Versed in the State’s Insurance Laws
Florida is considered a “no-fault” state for car insurance purposes. This means you generally start the claims process by filing a first party claim with your personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. However, this might not cover a fraction of your injury-related expenses—especially if you suffered a severe condition, like brain trauma or spinal cord damage.
In that instance, you could sue the other driver or file a claim with their insurance carrier. A Marco Island car accident lawyer can navigate the legal process, combat bad-faith insurance practices, and attempt to resolve your case through this route. If not, no problem; we can sue the at-fault party and take your case to trial.
Get Help from Our Marco Island Car Accident Attorneys
If you’ve suffered injuries and experienced losses due to an auto accident, it’s never too soon to consult with an attorney. When you let our team at the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine handle your case, we answer your questions and respond promptly to your calls and emails.
We are committed to going the extra mile to ensure your case is handled so you can focus on your recovery. Contact us today for a free consultation.
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