How to Know if You Have a Winnable Car Accident Injury Claim in Florida

Car accidents are very common in the state of Florida, and the state regularly ranks in the top 10 for most accidents in the country every year. The most common cause of car accidents in Florida is speeding. Other frequent causes include distractive driving by way of things such as texting, inebriated drivers, and not following the basic rules of the road. Furthermore, there is a large population of seniors that reside in the state. When looking at the demographics for who causes crashes, seniors account for a significant share of the responsible parties who are behind many Florida car accidents.

If you were injured in a car accident in Hillsborough County, Florida, having your case professionally assessed to see if you can obtain compensation is critical. When a car accident causes physical injuries and property damages it is likely that you may have a case and should file a personal injury claim. The Tampa personal injury attorneys at Fulgencio Law can discuss your options with you to get the most compensation possible.

What Factors Exist in a Succesful Florida Personal Injury Claim? 

In 2020, there were 341,399 crashes across the state of Florida, according to Florida Highway Safety and Motor vehicles. That same year, Hillsborough County reported 24,168 crashes that produced 213 fatalities and 16,450 injuries. When you really think about this data, the amount of damage that resulted from car crashes just in 2020 was immense. 

It is unclear from looking at the numbers how many of these victims decided to pursue a Florida personal injury claim. However, it is easy to see that for those who did, the outcome was likely that some victims got a fair amount of compensation. Others may have received some amount of financial compensation, and then a significant proportion may have been entirely unsuccessful with their claim.

Statistically, when a victim partners with a knowledgeable attorney that has experience with vehicular collisions, the chances for filing a successful claim increase, dramatically. In addition, the amount that a victim can obtain also tends to be more than filing a claim without legal representation. Alongside wondering how much a victim’s personal injury claim is worth, the Tampa car accident attorneys at Fulgencio Law are also frequently asked what the chances are that an injury claim will be successful.

If the following factors exist, then it is likely that a claim will return a positive outcome:

• There is no doubt that the defendant was incontestibly responsible for causing the accident.
• The accident produced considerable property damages that are backed up by photos and bills of service from a repair shop.
• The injuries that the victim sustained were devastating and resulted in lasting negative physical health problems.
• The injuries a victim suffered caused them to be unable to work and as a result, they lost the ability to earn an income. 

All of these elements can culminate in a successful claim. When the defendant’s insurance coverage is high-value, this is yet another consideration that may also impact a claim.

Speak to a Tampa Car Accident Attorney Today

Even in situations where the aftermath of a crash is not catastrophic, it still may be possible to file a successful personal injury claim for the most compensation possible. No matter what, the Tampa car accident lawyers at Fulgencio Law know how to get results. Call today to schedule a free consultation at (813) 463-0123.