Your Palm Harbor Auto Accident Lawyer
After your car accident, you’ll need someone on your side to help you through your insurance claim. Accident attorney David A. Papa is that person for you.
THelping Through the Aftermath
A car accident is a stressful time. There are bills to pay and injuries to heal from, dealing with insurance companies on top of that could only make it worse. However, you don’t have to do it alone. Palm Harbor auto accident lawyer, David A. Papa is here to help you through the aftermath of your accident.
Your After Accident Guide
After a car accident, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed or confused. You may not know what to do next, but that’s okay. That’s where we can help. With these guidelines, you’ll be able to set yourself up for your insurance claim and get yourself on the path to recovery.
If you or someone else on the scene has been injured, then your first step is to get medical attention. Even if it’s a small injury, you’ll want to document the treatment so you can be compensated for it later.
If the accident was severe, if you don’t know who caused it, or if anyone was injured you will need to call the police. When they arrive on the scene, be sure to also ask for their names, badge numbers, and the case number on the report for later.
Your car insurance company will be covering your injuries and car damages, so you’ll want to report the accident as soon as you can.
If your car isn’t driveable, you’ll need to call a tow truck to take it to an auto repair shop. Be sure to record the driver’s information and keep track of the towing cost as well.
You’ll want to document the interior and exterior of both cars, road conditions, the location, weather, and any injuries if you’re able to. These photos and videos will later be used as evidence when negotiating your insurance claim.
Before you even call your insurance company, you’ll want to call a lawyer. They can instruct you on your next steps and what you should and shouldn’t say to your insurance company, the police, and the other driver.
While what you do after a car accident is important, what you don’t do is just as important. To make sure you are making the right decisions after your accident, check out our Car Accident Tips.Tips.
How Your Insurance Company Puts Itself First
When you turn to your insurance company for coverage, you might think they are trying to help, but their priority is to make a profit. By encouraging you into a low settlement, they save themselves money. Here are some of the tactics your insurance company uses to save money, and how we protect you from it.
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How David A. Papa Maximizes Your Settlement
Along with protecting you from your insurance company, your Palm Harbor auto accident lawyer David A. Papa can help you get the most out of your settlement. Here are some of the ways he can help you get the amount you deserve.
When you file for your insurance claim, you may be thinking of the current bills you have to cover, but your lawyer is considering your future expenses too. This could include therapy, chiropractic care, mobility aids, and more. When negotiating your settlement, your lawyer will be sure to include all costs you need to cover now and later.
To receive your settlement, you first need to prove that the amount you’re asking for is justified. Your insurance company will require you to provide a burden of proof to legitimize your claim. That will include:
- Duty of Care: The at-fault driver had a responsibility to prevent accidents and possible injuries.
- Duty Violation: The at-fault driver didn’t fulfill their duty of care, resulting in injuries and damages.
- Cause and Effect: Their negligence directly caused your injury and damages.
- You Suffered Damages: Because of the accident, you have lost wages, medical expenses, damage to your car, etc.
At Papa Injury Law, we are very familiar with these standards and know what evidence your insurance company is looking for when supporting your claim. By hiring David A. Papa, you can not only take the burden of proof off of you, but you can also maximize your settlement.
When you file for an insurance claim, you’ll want the amount you ask for to cover all your expenses. This includes future costs like therapy, mobility aids, chiropractic care, and more. Your lawyer will know to take these expenses into account when negotiating your settlement
You Are a Priority
At Papa Injury Law, we believe everyone deserves access to the best legal care. That’s why David A. Papa makes himself available to his clients 24/7 and why he doesn’t charge unless his client wins. We make your case a priority, and David A. Papa won’t rest until you get the justice you deserve. Even if that means taking your case to court, he will if that means the best outcome for you and your family.
The Right Palm Harbor Auto Accident Lawyer For You
For over 20 years, David A. Papa has been helping families in his community get the settlement they need. He can help you too. Take your first steps forward and contact us at Papa Injury Law for your free consultation.
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