Protecting Your Right to Money After a Florida Accident
Accidents happen in an instant. Unfortunately, the impact can last a lifetime. Many accident victims may suffer from injuries that require long courses of treatment or even require treatment for the remainder of their lives. Although winning more money in a personal injury case may not change the injuries you suffer from, it can help ensure you have the money you need to pay for ongoing treatment or lost wages that you suffer.
If you were injured, there are important things to know if you think you have a personal injury case. When you contact our firm — The Griggs Firm, P.A. — we can help make sure you take the proper steps to protect your rights after an accident. Because attorney Stuart Griggs spent the first four years of his career working for insurance companies and employers, he knows what mistakes people make that can cost them their case.
We are here to help. If you don't do the things we tell you are vital, you could lose your case.
Step One: Contact a Jacksonville Personal Injury Attorney
Do not give a recorded statement to anyone. You should not give a recorded statement to your insurance company until you have talked with your lawyer. We can help make sure you do not say the wrong thing when speaking to an insurance company, or when you should not speak to them at all.
Get your injuries documented right away. After an accident, some people choose not to go to a doctor or hospital because of the time, expense and inconvenience. However, if your injury is not documented in detail by a medical provider, it is the same as not having an injury at all. If you were injured, it is important to get the medical treatment you need and then to follow the instructions given by your medical provider. Further, some doctors refuse to help when someone is involved in an accident. They do not wish to be involved with lawsuits. While this is understandable, who protects you? We can help you locate a doctor that will work with lawyers so we can prove your injuries.
We know this is a frightening time. You feel as though your back is against the wall because someone injured you and now you are responsible for finding the money to pay for medical bills and lost wages. We can help. Contact us online or call 904-425-1909 to schedule your free initial consultation with an experienced lawyer.
