On Behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 01, 2025 | Car Accidents
Yes, if you’ve been seriously injured by another driver’s negligence, it’s possible to settle your claim without going to court. In fact, most cases are settled out of court. This does not, however, mean that you should proceed without the skilled legal guidance of an experienced Port St. Lucie car accident attorney in your corner – which can make a significant difference in the outcome of your claim.
Car Accident Claims in Florida
If a negligent motorist causes you to suffer a serious injury in Florida, your focused car accident lawyer will file your claim with the at-fault driver’s car insurance provider. And the path forward includes several important steps.
Identifying the Other Driver’s Negligence
Your attorney will take the steps necessary to demonstrate that the other driver’s negligence – whatever form it took – was the direct cause of the accident that left you injured. This generally comes down to skillfully compiling evidence like the following:
- The testimony of eyewitnesses
- Dashcam, security camera, and traffic camera footage
- The photos and videos captured by bystanders in the vicinity of the accident
- Physical evidence gathered at the accident scene, such as skid marks, paint transfer from vehicle to vehicle, and the locations of the vehicles relative to each other
- The testimony of professionals with expertise in matters related to the mechanics of the accident
- Accident reconstruction models that help definitively illustrate how the accident happened
- The police report and any tickets that were written, such as for impairment or speeding
Proving the Extent of Your Losses
The next concern is providing the extent of the losses you experienced as a result of the other driver’s negligence. This amounts to demonstrating how extensive your legal damages are in each of the following categories:
- Property damage to your car and anything that was damaged inside your vehicle
- Medical expenses – both current and ongoing
- Lost wages and any lost earning potential
- Physical and emotional pain and suffering, which can amplify the effects of your other losses and shouldn’t be discounted
Once your losses are well established, your diligent car accident lawyer will proceed to engage in skilled negotiations with the involved insurance provider.
Negotiating a Fair Settlement
Your persuasive lawyer will move forward by engaging in robust negotiations with the insurance company handling your claim, and the matter is very likely to be settled at this stage. Only if the insurance company isn’t interested in making a fair settlement offer will your attorney advise you to proceed to court – where they will be well prepared to knowledgeably fight for your rights and for your rightful compensation.
Seek the Help You Need from an Experienced Port St. Lucie Car Accident Lawyer Today
The resourceful Port St. Lucie car accident attorneys at Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa have a well-earned reputation for going the distance for our valued clients, and we welcome the opportunity to do the same for you. For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us online or call us today.
On Behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 8, 2025 | Truck Accident Injuries
Truck accidents are among the most dangerous crashes on our roadways, and if your vehicle’s airbags fail to deploy in response, you are likely to face very serious injuries. The consequences of a defective airbag can be immense, which makes working closely with an experienced West Palm Beach truck accident attorney well-advised.
Put Your Health and Safety First
If you were injured in a truck accident in which your airbags did not go off, your first concern should be obtaining the medical attention that you need. The immense impact of a truck accident, coupled with the fact that you lack the protection of your airbags, can lead to life-threatening injuries, including internal injuries that can be slow to present with symptoms while they become more and more serious with the passage of time.
It is also important to follow your medical team’s instructions and advice carefully, which includes following their recommendations regarding further treatment and care.
Retain a Seasoned Truck Accident Lawyer
In a case where you are injured by a truck driver’s negligence but suffer more serious injuries as a result of faulty airbags, you can potentially file claims against both at-fault parties. This includes seeking compensation for your physical, financial, and emotional losses from the negligent driver as well as compensation for your enhanced damages – relative to the defective airbags – from the manufacturer. Such claims are legally complex, and having a skilled truck accident lawyer in your corner can make a serious difference in how you are compensated.
Your truck accident lawyer will ably handle each of the following critical tasks:
- Building a strong claim against the truck driver, which may be based on distraction, excess speed, impairment, or any other form of negligence, and a solid claim against the car manufacturer that is based on the faulty airbag
- Gathering the evidence necessary to prove the at-fault parties’ wrongdoing and to prove the extent of your related losses, including property damage to your car, medical bills, lost income, and physical and emotional pain and suffering
- Guiding you skillfully through the claims process and helping to ensure that you make the right choices for you along the way
- Negotiating fair settlements on your behalf and being well prepared to follow up in court if either involved insurance company refuses to engage in reasonable negotiations
Take a Break from Social Media
It is important to understand that the insurance companies handling your claims are in the business of turning huge profits, and a big part of this is keeping settlements low. A source that they often turn to help make this happen is social media – where they will be on the hunt for posts that they can twist to their own meanings.
Simply giving social media a pass while your claims are pending is the safest approach. You should leave any statements that need to be made to the involved insurance providers to your resourceful truck accident attorney for the same reason.
Discuss Your Claim with an Experienced West Palm Beach Truck Accident Attorney Today
The determined West Palm Beach truck accident lawyers at Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa will spare no effort in their quest to protect your rights and your rightful compensation. Learn more by contacting us online or calling us at 561-478-2500 today.
Gerald A. Rosenthal
Retired
Since opening the firm now known as Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa more than 40 years ago, Gerald A. Rosenthal has been a dedicated champion of the everyday hero – police officers, firefighters, teachers, nurses, construction workers, farm workers, and more. Passionate about preserving the civil rights of laborers, he has fought tirelessly against giant insurance companies who deny the injured workers their benefits. It’s not just the lawsuit Rosenthal fights to win – he is driven by the opportunity to restore his client’s quality of life.
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