Your Pebble Creek Auto Accident Lawyer

If you’ve been in an auto accident, you’ll need a local Pebble Creek auto accident lawyer that you can count on.

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Helping You Move Forward

Pebble Creek is known for its quiet suburban spaces, but that doesn’t mean an auto accident can’t happen to you. If it does, we’re here to help you every step of the way. At Papa Injury Law, we’re here to provide you with the legal defense you deserve so you can get the most out of your insurance settlement and move forward after your car accident.

Only the Beginning

An auto accident doesn’t end after the crash; it’s only the beginning. From recovery to bills to dealing with insurance companies, it can be a lot for one person to handle. But we are here to help you through it all. An auto accident could be traumatic, but it doesn’t have to be life-changing. Papa Injury Law is dedicated to helping you when you need it most. Together we can create the best outcome from one of the worst situations.

Only the Beginning

What’s Next for You

After you’ve been in a car accident, you need to know which steps to take next. If you follow these actions, that will make your legal defense that much better.

Seek Medical Attention

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.

Contact Your Insurance Company

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.

Take Photographs and Videos

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.

Report the Accident to the Police

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.

Have Your Car Safely Towed Away

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.

Call a Lawyer

Before you even call your insurance company, you’ll want to call your local Pebble Creek auto accident 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.

After you take these actions, we will take you the rest of the way. To provide you with the best defense, we will even go as far as taking your case to court to get you the justice you deserve. We’re so confident in our legal defense that we won’t charge you until after you win. Check out our Car Accident Tips to learn about what you should do, and shouldn’t do, after an auto accident.

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How Your Insurance Company Works Against You

When seeking compensation after your car accident, you not only have the $10,000 limit of PIP working against you, but you also have your insurance company working against you. As a for-profit business, their job is to settle your case as quickly and as cheaply as possible. These are some of the tactics insurance companies will use against you and the tactics Pebble Creek auto accident lawyer David A. Papa can protect you from.

Rejecting Your Claim

A common tactic for insurance companies to use is to reject your initial claim even if it’s justified. They do this hoping you will settle for a smaller amount. If your insurance company does this, they can be guilty of investigating your claim in bad faith. We can then file a complaint against them and they might have to pay you punitive damages.

Starting with a Lowball Offer

To save themselves some money, your insurance company will most likely offer you a low settlement offer quickly after your car accident. They do this hoping you are desperate enough to accept a lowball offer and they can close your case. However, this amount is often not enough to cover your expenses now or in the future.

Driving Your Rates Up

If your insurance company believes you are at fault they can raise your rates. However, we can help prove that the other driver was at fault and prevent your insurance rates from rising.

Protection Against Unjust Costs and Inflated Rates

Even if you aren’t injured in your car accident, it’s still important to know your options. Since each person in the accident is responsible for using their insurance to pay for damages, it can cause your insurance rate to skyrocket. Hiring a lawyer after your auto accident can protect you from unjust costs and inflated rates. Here’s how Pebble Creek auto accident lawyer David A. Papa can help you get the most out of your insurance settlement.

Considering All the Costs

While you may be worried about the expenses you have to pay now, David A. Papa is thinking about the expenses you’ll have to pay in the future. When negotiating your insurance settlement, David A. Papa will be sure to include future costs like physical therapy, chiropractic care, mobility aids, therapy sessions, and more so you are covered now and later.

Proving Your Claim

When you file for an insurance claim you have to prove that the amount you’re asking for is justified. The burden of proof includes:

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.

As a local Pebble Creek auto accident lawyer, David A. Papa knows the evidence required to support these claims. He will be able to get more out of your settlement than if you were to do it alone.

Shielding You From Mistakes

After your car accident, call a lawyer first. While you may want to talk to your insurance company, police, or the other driver, it is often a bad idea and your lawyer will tell you that. Even a simple, “I’m fine” can be used against you when applying for an insurance claim later. David A. Papa will also advise you to not make any recorded statements to the police or your insurance company without him present.

WHERE WE PRACTICE

Pinellas County | Pasco County | Hillsborough County | North Hillsborough

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Pasco County

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North Hillsborough

Personalized Care for Your Case

After a car accident, you’ll want a lawyer that treats you and your case with priority. A local Pebble Creek auto accident lawyer, like David A. Papa, makes sure that each client receives personalized care. He’s available 24/7 for whatever you might need. Another benefit of hiring a local lawyer is that he has connections in your area. He can recommend the most reliable and trustworthy local mechanics, medical professionals, and other contacts you might need to recover from your auto accident.

Over Twenty Years

David A. Papa is a Florida native personal injury lawyer. He has over 20 years of experience serving the North Hillsborough area, and he is the person to turn to after your car accident. David A. Papa built his 20 years of success as a Pebble Creek auto accident lawyer on commitment, compassion, and honesty. With these beliefs he is confident in his ability to represent you, so confident that he won’t charge unless you win.

Over Twenty Years

How We Help You

The aftermath of an auto accident can be stressful, scary, and confusing. We’re here to take care of it for you. Every step of the way, we are there to make the process easier. We provide guidance and help you learn your options. If you ever have any questions, be sure to reach out for your free consultation.

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If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, you’ll want the best to represent you and that’s Papa Injury Law. Contact your local Pebble Creek auto accident lawyer for your free consultation and we’ll help you on your path to recovery.

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You’ve gotten to know us a little better – now tell us about how we can help you. If you’ve sustained an injury or been in an accident, don’t hesitate to schedule a free consultation with us to learn about your options.

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