What Questions Should You Ask Your Car Accident Attorney?
After a car accident, you may be wondering what to do next. When you’re in the recovery process, you may have many questions about how to deal with your insurance company, how to get your car repaired, and how to recover from your injuries. If you sustained serious injuries, you may be wondering how you are going to provide for your family or even perform basic tasks around the house. When you’re ready to come in for a free consultation, the car accident attorneys at Suarez & Montero can address your questions and concerns as well as any legal inquiries you may have. Sadly, some of the most important questions you want to ask your car accident attorney can be forgotten when you actually do come in for your consultation. In order to help you remember some of the most important information you may want to know after an accident, we put together a short guide to help you prepare your questions ahead of time. Below you will find some of the most important questions you may want to ask your car accident attorney.
Do I Have an Actionable Case?
Most car accident lawyers are often hesitant to provide a conclusive legal opinion on a case after an initial consultation. Your lawyer’s opinion on liability and damages recoverable on your case is subject to change once your case is investigated and the extent of your injuries are documented. Regardless of the type of injury at issue, to get a clearer picture of the strengths and potential weaknesses of your case, your attorney must first look at the accident scene, review any pertinent documents, and find out what the other involved parties have to say.
How Does Liability Work When an Injury is Aggravated by a Subsequent Car Accident in Florida?
When an injury is aggravated by a later car accident, the original tortfeasor may be liable for the entire extent of the damage, if the second accident is a natural result that flowed from the original injury. Accordingly, if the tortfeasor is liable for an injury that impairs another’s physical condition, the tortfeasor is also liable for harm sustained in a subsequent accident that would not have occurred had the injured party not been impaired.
How Long Will It Take to Settle My Injury Claim?
The car accident attorneys at Suarez & Montero review the facts and circumstances of your case and persistently check for updates about any new information or evidence that can be used to further assist with your case. We want to build the strongest case for you and secure the settlement that you deserve. Settlement negotiation times can vary depending on the facts and circumstances of your case.
Is the Driver Who Caused the Accident Supposed to Pay My Medical Bills?
Under Florida’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) statutes, you must have $10,000 in medical and disability benefits and a $5,000 death benefit on your auto policy. If you’re injured in a car accident, you have to submit an insurance claim for your medical bills and expenses as well as any wage loss claims to your own insurance carrier for payment.
What is the Percentage of Recovery That an Attorney May Charge in Florida?
As a general rule, the attorney and client may structure their contingent fee agreement as they choose. But Florida law sets limits for the percentage of recovery that an attorney may charge. If the agreement exceeds those limits, it will be presumed to be excessive unless prior court approval is obtained. Through the time of filing an answer or a demand for appointment of arbitrators, the contract may provide for a recovery of 33 1/3% up to 1 million dollars. For any portion of a recovery between $ 1million and $2million, the attorney may collect 30% and for any portion exceeding 2 million dollars the attorney may collect 20%. If a recovery is obtained from the time of filing an answer or demand for appointment of arbitrators through the entry of judgment, the attorney may recover 40% of any recovery up to $1 million.
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If your auto insurance company denied your personal injury claim, you may be able to file a lawsuit to obtain the compensation necessary to pay for your medical treatment and expenses. At the law offices of Suarez & Montero Car Accident Lawyers, an attorney can review your policy and the written reason for your denial to ensure that you have a valid claim. After a car accident, it is incredibly important for you to contact a Florida car accident attorney. The Law Offices of Suarez & Montero represents accident victims injured in various types of accidents. Our skillful attorneys are genuinely committed to our clients. We will fight to make sure that you get the maximum amount of compensation owed to you. Let us help you get the medical care you need and fight to make sure you are compensated for your injuries! Our attorneys are ready to provide proven legal representation in pursuing your claim and stand ready to protect your rights. We are available 24/7 to give you a free, no risk case consultation.
We serve clients throughout Florida including those in the following areas:
Miami-Dade: Aventura, Coral Gables, Doral, Fontainebleau, Hialeah, Homestead, Kendall, Miami, Miami Beach, Miami Lakes, North Miami, Tamiami, and Westchester.
Broward: Fort Lauderdale, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, and Weston; and Palm Beach County including Boca Raton, Lake Worth, and West Palm Beach.
The Law Offices of Suarez & Montero Car Accident Attorneys represents accident victims injured in various types of accidents including:
• Distracted Driving Accident Lawyers
•Drunk Driving Accidents
• T-Bone Car Accidents
• Road Rage Car Accidents
• Head-on Collisions
• Rollover Accidents
• Rear-end Car Accidents
• Left Turn Accidents
• Failure to Yield Car Accidents
• Sideswipe Accidents
• Merging Accidents
• Lane Change Accidents
• Construction Zone Car Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Semi-Truck Accidents
• Bicycle Accidents
• Train Accidents
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Boating Accidents
