Do You Have a Personal Injury Claim?
A personal injury claim may arise when you or someone you love suffers an injury caused by another negligent person or entity. Negligence means doing something wrong that causes someone else to get injured. For instance, in a car accident, the negligent driver is the driver who caused the accident. You also need a lawyer to assist you if an insurance carrier denies a rightful claim, regardless of who was at fault. At the Law Office of Tammy Strohl, P.A., in Naples, Florida, I will take every necessary step to help you file a timely claim and recover the full compensation you and your family are entitled to.
How Long Ago Did Your Accident Happen?
There is a four-year statute of limitations (time limit) for personal injury claims in Florida. After the time limit expires, you cannot bring a claim. Opportunities to get around the statute of limitations are very limited, so it is important to contact a lawyer as soon as you think you may have been injured.
Re-Injury Accidents in Naples, Florida
Many people are injured more than once over the course of their lives. In some cases, a new injury may make an old injury worse or re-aggravate it. If a prior injury is bothering you after an accident, the insurance company may try to claim that your injuries are pre-existing and were not caused by your accident. I can help you challenge the insurance carrier and pursue the compensation you deserve.
Do You Have Enough Evidence to Prove an Injury?
Immediately after an accident, it is important to seek medical attention to document your injuries and losses. It is important to document that the injury you have suffered is related to your claim, because it is your burden to prove your injuries. If you have sought medical treatment in the past but are still suffering side effects from an injury, you may need additional medical assessments and treatment to ensure that you recover the full compensation you are entitled to.
Are Your Injuries Serious Enough for a Personal Injury Claim?
To have a valid personal injury claim, Florida has a personal threshold injury requirement. You need to consult with a doctor who has knowledge and experience in personal injury. However, it is important to recognize that many types of injuries can be permanent. Even soft tissue injuries such as whiplash can become permanent. You should never give up your right to pursue a personal injury claim without consulting a lawyer.
How Much Is Your Claim Worth?
The value of your claim will depend on the full extent of your losses. As your attorney, I will work with appropriate experts and take a comprehensive approach to collect compensation for all of your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, long term care needs, and any additional personal losses you have endured. It is important to consult with an attorney before settling with an insurance company so that you do not waive your rights to future claims and compensation.
Call 239-963-8194 or contact me by e-mail for a free consultation.