Your Temple Terrace Auto Accident Lawyer

Recently been in an accident? Local Temple Terrace auto accident lawyer David A. Papa will take care of the stress, so all you have to do is focus on recovery.

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The Justice You Deserve

At Papa Injury Law, we put our clients first. As a family-owned and operated business, we care about helping other families recover from their auto accidents. We take care of the stressful parts, so you don’t have to. Our job is to get the justice you deserve, while your job is to provide any information we might need and trust us to get you the most out of your car insurance settlement.

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Actions After Your Auto Accident

If you’re in an accident, the first step is not to panic. As long as you are prepared, then you got this, and if you aren’t, then we got you. In either case, here are the things you should do after your auto accident:

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 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.

Along with the things you should do, you should also know the things you shouldn’t do after your auto accident. Check out our Car Accident Tips to learn about what you should and shouldn’t do after your accident.

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Your Insurance Company’s Tactics

While Florida may have insurance laws to protect you, insurance companies will be finding ways around them to save themselves some money. As a for-profit business, their job is to settle your case as quickly and as cheaply as possible. However, Temple Terrace auto accident lawyer David A. Papa is here to hold them accountable for paying you the amount you deserve. Here are some methods he uses.

Prove You Weren’t At Fault:

While Florida may have laws preventing insurance companies from raising your rates, they can still increase them if you are at fault. Your local Temple Terrace auto accident lawyer David A. Papa can meet the burden of proof that the other driver was responsible, and your insurance rates will stay unaffected.

Negotiate a Higher Settlement Offer:

A common tactic insurance companies use is to offer a low insurance claim amount. They are hoping that after your car accident, you will be desperate and distraught enough to accept it. Most of the time, this offer won’t be enough to cover your damages now or in the future. A lawyer will advise you to reject their offer and negotiate a better offer on your behalf.

Fight a Denied Claim:

Some insurance companies might partake in an unfair tactic like denying a legitimate insurance claim. When they do this, they are investigating your insurance claim in bad faith and can be held liable. If this happens in your case, we can file a complaint and they may have to pay you punitive damages as a result.

How to Maximize Your
Settlement

A car accident comes with a lot of financial burdens, but that doesn’t mean you have to pay out-of-pocket for them. That’s what your insurance company is for, and David A. Papa will make sure they meet their responsibility to cover them. Here’s how he will negotiate a higher settlement for you and your family.

Cover All Expenses

When you’re filing your insurance claim, you might only be thinking about the costs you have to cover now, but there are often expenses you have to cover in the future too. These costs can include chiropractic care, therapy sessions, mobility aids, physical therapy, and more. Temple Terrace auto accident lawyer David A. Papa will be sure that all these expenses are covered when negotiating your insurance settlement. That way you will be covered now and later.

Prove Your Claim

After your car accident, one of your first steps will be filing an insurance claim. However, when you do this, you have to meet certain criteria to receive full compensation. This is called meeting the burden of proof, and that 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.

David A. Papa has been around the blocks a few times and is very familiar with these criteria. He’ll know the correct evidence to prove your claim and have the negotiating power to back it. By hiring him as your Temple Terrace auto accident lawyer, you will not only be able to prove your claim but be able to maximize it too.

Prevent Mistakes

When you are at the scene of your car accident, your first instinct might be to talk to the police, the other driver, or your insurance company, but that’s not the best idea. Get your local Temple Terrace auto accident lawyer David A. Papa on the phone so he can advise you not to make any recorded statements. A simple “I’m fine” or “I’m sorry” might be later used against you when negotiating your insurance claim. Having a lawyer around to protect you from mistakes can end up saving you hundreds, if not thousands, in insurance compensation later.

WHERE WE PRACTICE

Pinellas County | Pasco County | Hillsborough County | North Hillsborough

Pinellas County

Pasco County

Hillsborough County

North Hillsborough

The Temple Terrace Auto Accident Lawyer for You

David A. Papa is a pillar of his community. He practices law to provide defense for those that need it most in the Tampa Bay area. He believes that everyone deserves the best legal care, so he provides it. With David A. Papa, you can trust that your case is in good hands. He’s not the face of a huge corporation, he’s the man behind a local law firm that cares about getting you the justice you deserve.

Dedicated to Providing You With the Best 24/7

David A. Papa has over 20 years of experience serving the Tampa Bay area. Unlike large firms, he has the time to dedicate to you and your case. Whenever you need him, and wherever you need him he is there 24/7. His phone is always available for you to call. He is dedicated to providing each and every one of his clients with the best legal defense. That means building a strong foundation with a solid client-attorney relationship and being completely honest and transparent every step of the way.

Dedicated to Providing You With the Best 24/7

Our Promise To You

Our law practice is family-founded and family-operated. Unlike big corporations, we treat you like we’d treat our own. With personalized care, we dedicate time to giving you the best legal defense. We are committed to you and your case 24/7. Whenever you need us, we’re there.

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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.

Areas We Serve

Your Temple Terrace Auto Accident Lawyer

Recently been in an accident? Local Temple Terrace auto accident lawyer David A. Papa will take care of the stress, so all you have to do is focus on recovery.

Free Consultation

The Justice You Deserve

Actions After Your Auto Accident

Seek Medical Attention

Contact Your Insurance Company

Take Photographs and Videos

Report the Accident to the Police

Have Your Car Safely Towed Away

Call a Lawyer

Your Insurance Company’s Tactics

Prove You Weren’t At Fault:

Negotiate a Higher Settlement Offer:

Fight a Denied Claim:

How to Maximize Your Settlement

Cover All Expenses

Prove Your Claim

Prevent Mistakes

WHERE WE PRACTICE

Pinellas County | Pasco County | Hillsborough County | North Hillsborough

Pinellas County

Pasco County

Hillsborough County

North Hillsborough

The Temple Terrace Auto Accident Lawyer for You

Dedicated to Providing You With the Best 24/7

Dedicated to Providing You With the Best 24/7

Our Promise To You

Contact Us

get a free consultation

Areas We Serve

How to Maximize Your
Settlement