Your Largo Auto Accident Lawyer
Want a Largo auto accident lawyer with experience in your area? For over 20 years, David A. Papa has helped families in his community get the settlements they deserve.
The Support You Need
A car accident can turn your world upside down. On top of recovering from potential injuries and fixing car damages, there are bills to pay and insurance companies to deal with. But you are not alone. Largo auto accident lawyer David A. Papa can help set your world upright again. He can get you the insurance settlement you and your family deserve so you can focus on your recovery.
What to Do Next After Your Accident
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.
Now that you know what you should do after your accident, you should also know what you shouldn’t do. For more information on do’s and don’ts following your accident, check out our Car Accident Tips.
How Your Insurance Company Takes Advantage
While your insurance company might seem like they are trying to help you after your car accident, they are more likely helping themselves. As a for-profit business, their priority is to save money, even at the expense of your settlement. Here are some ways they try to take advantage, and how your Largo auto accident lawyer can protect you from them.
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Get the Most Out of Your Settlement
There are many benefits to having a Largo auto accident lawyer like David A. Papa on your side. He can protect you from your insurance company’s tactics and he can maximize your settlement. Here are some of the ways he can get you 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.
It’s not uncommon for people after an accident to say the wrong thing to the wrong person. If you say a simple “I’m fine” or “I’m sorry,” then those statements can be used against you later and complicate your settlement. By having David A. Papa on your side, he can advise you what to say and what not to say in these situations.
A Largo Auto Accident Lawyer that Puts You First
After your car accident, you’ll want a lawyer you know you can count on. David A. Papa makes sure his clients know they can trust him to be there whenever and wherever they need him. Available 24/7, he’s always just a phone call away. He believes everyone deserves access to the best legal care. That’s why he also doesn’t charge unless you win. He takes care of your legal needs so you can focus on what matters most: recovering and moving forward.
We Fight For You
David A. Papa is the lawyer you need to fight for the justice you deserve. He’ll even take your case to court if that means the best outcome for you and your family. Get the legal care you need and contact us at Papa Injury Law for your free consultation.
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