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How Much Will I Get After Filing A Florida Car Accident Claim?

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No one is ever prepared for a car accident, especially one that involves severe injuries. After being in a car accident, it is natural that you will get frustrated. People usually experience frustration when they think about the money they will have to spend on medical expenses. Thinking about the income you will lose for failing to show up at work because of an injury can also frustrate you. Fortunately, in Florida, car accident victims have the right to seek compensation from their insurance companies or at-fault parties’ insurance companies. Generally, when you suffer a minor injury in a car accident, you should seek compensation from your insurance company. However, if you suffer a severe injury because of another party’s negligence, you can seek compensation from the negligent party. Every auto accident involves a different set of circumstances that determine which route one should take. Therefore, it would be best to consult a skilled car accident attorney if you were in a car accident before making any decision.

Following a Florida car accident that leaves you with severe injuries, it is only natural that you would want to know how much you can get from a car accident claim. In fact, this is usually one of the first things a client will want to know during their first consultation with their attorney. So, how much will you get after filing a Florida car accident claim? Honestly, there is no specific average settlement for car accident settlements in Florida. Every Florida auto accident case is different, and the amount of money you will receive in your auto accident settlement will depend on several factors. An attorney can only give you an estimate of how much you are likely to receive in your car accident claim after investigating the specifics of your case.

How Do Florida Courts Determine Car Accident Settlement Amounts?

Florida courts usually determine car accident settlement amounts after considering specific crucial information about a plaintiff’s accident. Among the numerous different factors that can influence the value of your Florida car accident claim are;

  • severity and nature of your injuries
  • contributory fault

Severity and Nature of Your Injuries

Usually, courts and insurance companies give higher awards where injuries that permanently affect an individual’s life are involved. So, if you suffered a severe traumatic brain injury, you will most likely receive a high settlement amount. This is because a TBI can severely and permanently affect all aspects of an individual’s life.

Contributory Fault

Courts and insurance adjusters usually thoroughly investigate claims to determine whether or not a plaintiff played a part in causing their accident. Even though you can’t be prevented from seeking compensation simply because of contributory negligence, Florida’s comparative fault statute prevents you from receiving your compensation in full if you played a part in causing the accident that led to your severe injuries. If found to be partly at fault for your accident, your compensation will be reduced based on the percentage of your fault.

Legal Help Is Available

If you sustained severe injuries in a Florida auto accident because of someone else’s negligence and are considering filing a claim against them, contact our Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorneys at The Pendas Law Firm. We can help you get fair compensation. Our team of able attorneys can help you obtain compensation even if you are partly to blame for your accident. Contact the Pendas Law Firm today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.

The Pendas Law Firm also represents clients in the Orlando, Miami, Fort Myers, Bradenton, Ocala, Jacksonville, West Palm Beach, Tampa, and Daytona Beach areas.

Resource:

cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/moderate-severe/index.html

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