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The at-fault party’s insurance company will immediately launch an auto accident investigation to reduce their payout.

This investigation includes taking statements from the parties and witnesses and collecting physical evidence, such as photographs and even the damaged vehicles.

While the insurance company attempts to avoid liability, most auto accident victims are left to deal with the personal and financial effects of the trauma. This reality is why it’s important to have a specialist on your side. We won’t let the insurance company take advantage of you.

Most people avoid doctor appointments after a vehicle accident. However, after a severe auto crash, it is important to follow medical advice to give yourself the best and fastest chance to heal.

Seek medical care immediately after an injury and avoid missing appointments with your healthcare professionals.

Your auto accident case value is determined by evidence from several places, especially your doctors. Most people who require treatment will get better; however, some catastrophic injuries require lifelong care.

After an accident, document what future needs may be necessary. It is also important to tell your doctors about past issues.

The doctors need to give opinions about new injuries and prior injuries that were possibly exacerbated. Failure to provide your doctors with accurate information may damage your credibility and undermine your doctor’s findings.

After Lakeland, FL, car accident, you must demonstrate that your injury is permanent to receive compensation for pain and suffering, disability or physical impairment, deformity, mental anguish, inconvenience, or loss of capacity for enjoyment of life.

To be considered a permanent injury, it must include:

A significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function.

Permanent and significant scarring or disfigurement.

An injury that the evidence shows is permanent to a reasonable degree of probability.

Maximum medical improvement is when an injured patient’s condition cannot be further improved or when a healing plateau is reached.

It can mean the patient has fully recovered from their injury, or their condition has stabilized, and no substantial change can be expected. Maximum medical improvement does not mean the patient will not receive future care.

Sometimes, future care is designed to help with functionality or pain levels and will not cure the condition. This kind of treatment following a car wreck is called “palliative care.” Palliative care is a multidisciplinary approach to specialized health care for people with severe conditions.

It focuses on providing patients with relief from the symptom or pain. Such therapy aims to improve the patient’s quality of life.

After getting the care you need, obtaining good advice and counsel is important for your future. Hiring the right personal injury attorneys can make a difference in your case. If you need legal assistance, contact one of our car accident specialists.

If you hire a lawyer on contingency, you will likely pay the same percentage fee whether your lawyer is a first-year lawyer with little or no experience or a board-certified specialist by the Florida Bar.

Fighting on Behalf of Injured Victims & Their Loved Ones

Motorcycle accidents tend to result in some of the most severe traffic-related injuries. Because motorcyclists are relatively unprotected—compared to other motorists, who have seatbelts, airbags, and steel frames to protect them in the event of a Sebring motorcycle crash—motorcycle riders often suffer severe, catastrophic injuries.

At Dismuke Law, we understand how challenging it is to get back on your feet after a motorcycle accident. You will likely face serious injuries and an extensive recovery, which can quickly become costly. If your injuries prevent you from working, you are likely concerned with how you can pay for this medical care, not to mention your daily life expenses. Our Sebring motorcycle accident lawyers have a proven track record of success in fighting on behalf of motor vehicle accident victims and their families. We can help you seek justice and fair compensation from the at-fault person or party, all while offering the compassionate, personalized counsel and advocacy you deserve.

Filing an Insurance Claim After a Motorcycle Accident

Immediately after a motorcycle accident, you must seek medical attention for your injuries. Even if you believe you were not injured or that your injuries are minor, it’s a good idea to see a doctor who can rule out any underlying or unnoticed injuries that could be concerning. If you have suffered injuries, make sure to obtain proper treatment and follow all of your doctor’s instructions.

Once you have ensured that you are properly treated for your injuries, your next step is determining how you will pay those medical bills. In Florida, motorcyclists cannot purchase personal injury protection (PIP) insurance; this coverage is mandatory for the owners of cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks but not motorcycles. That being said, all motorcyclists should have minimum liability insurance and medical coverage to protect themselves in the event of a crash.

If you have medical coverage on your policy, you can file a claim through your insurance provider after a motorcycle crash. However, you must file a claim with the at-fault person’s insurance provider if you do not have this optional coverage. Our firm can help you understand your policy and the next steps after an accident.

When Negligence Leads to Motorcycle Accidents

All too often, motorcyclists who are being careful and driving responsibly are hit by negligent or reckless drivers. These drivers may try to claim that they couldn’t see the motorcyclist—but this is never an excuse for causing an accident.

A motorcycle accident may be the result of negligence if it was caused by:

  • A distracted Sebring driver
  • A drunk driver
  • A fatigued driver
  • An inexperienced driver
  • Someone who was speeding
  • Someone who violated traffic laws/rules of the road
  • A driver who ran a red light/stop sign
  • Someone who turned across the path of an oncoming motorcyclist
  • A person who opened a car door into a motorcyclist’s path
  • Dangerous road design/construction
  • A defective vehicle or vehicle part

If you believe any of these or other factors played a role in your accident, turn to the Sebring motorcycle accident lawyers at our firm to learn how we can help you seek fair compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, disability, motorcycle damage, and other losses.

We Are Ready to Fight for You

At Dismuke Law, we understand the unique challenges motorcycle accident victims face. We realize that the full lifetime cost of your injuries and other damages can easily exceed hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars. Because of this, we work to build cases that consider your immediate financial needs and projected future costs. Our attorneys have successfully recovered millions of dollars for their clients; we are ready to help you navigate the legal process and work to recover the maximum compensation you are owed.

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Seriously injured? Have no coverage? We want to talk to you and we can help. We have two convenient office locations in Lakeland and Tampa and can even come to you if you are unable to travel due to your injuries. When you’ve been hurt in Florida, 1-800-ASK-DAVE is the only number you have to remember.

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