How To Choose A St. Petersburg Car Accident Attorney
Posted by Evan Bassett on Thu, Dec 29, 2011
Most of us, at one time in our lives, have been involved in an automobile accident whether it was our fault or not. If you have, do you remember that sick feeling at impact? That sinking feeling when you realized that you had hit or had been hit by another vehicle and then the immense relief when you realized that although you may have been hurt, you are lucid enough at that moment to call for help.
Throughout the following hours, the pain and aching that is associated with an accident begin to hit. Even if you have not been hospitalized, many injuries are not felt until later. Then, every movement and sometimes every breath can be a painful function. Your energy level is sapped and you are virtually unable to return to work. At least not for the time being.
If you live in St. Petersburg, Florida, the solution can be simple. Knowing full well that you have to meet your household bills and you have to meet your medical bills, you decide to contact a lawyer in order to get some compensation for your losses.
Pinellas County is home to approximately two hundred and fifty thousand residents. In the mix of this vibrant city, bustling with traffic and active life, there is a good share of car accidents accompanied by injuries.
So, if you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, your question may be: ‘how much is my case worth? Can I pay the bills arising from this accident on my own?” And although no amount of money can ever truly compensate you for your injuries or unexpected loss, an out of court settlement or settlement from a jury’s verdict can assist you with managing the financial and emotional challenges resulting from that accident.
If you are in need of an accident/injury attorney in St. Petersburg, you should have a checklist of what to look for, such as:
- Will they give you a free assessment of your case?
- If you are unable to travel, will they come to your home or hospital?
- Does this attorney handle accidents relating to drunk driving? This is currently one of the leading causes of death and injuries
- Rear-end collisions – These types of injuries can affect the neck and back. Look for someone who would aggressively pursue compensation for this kind of injury.
- Do they handle uninsured motorists? If the driver who is at fault doesn’t carry enough insurance to cover your accident or injuries, you may need someone to help you put in a claim under your own insurance.
- Bicycle or motor cycle versus car. According to the USF Department of engineering, “Florida has consistently ranked as one of the worst states in terms of pedestrian and bicycle crashes, injuries and fatalities.”
There are quality legal websites in the St. Petersburg area to assist you in selecting a qualified attorney to represent your rights in the event of an accident. This is strictly confidential.
Florida law provides that auto accident victims may seek legal claims to recover from the at fault party a fair compensation to cover:
- Lost wages
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Medical bills
- Loss of life – wrongful death claim
Being involved in an accident may have a tremendous impact on you and your family’s life. Protect your legal rights by contacting an experienced St Petersburg attorney.
