Call Us Today The cost of accidents can be much more than you realize, and you shouldn’t have to pay it if you’re not responsible. Let Viles & Beckman show you your legal options after an accident and how our Pineland personal injury lawyers will work for you get paid.
While many people in Florida get hospitalized each year for unavoidable accidents, many others end up there because of someone else’s negligent actions. If you live in Pineland, FL, and were hurt by someone else, contact our law firm for a free consultation. You can get money for your accident.
Hire an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer in Pineland
No matter what kind of injury you’ve suffered, they all have a financial cost. You could be left with a huge debt burden because of someone else’s actions. Deciding how much you should get is a matter of negotiation, and it’s why you need a personal injury lawyer to help you.
No two cases are valued the same and each one may have different laws apply. Personal injury is a complex area of law, which is why you need an experienced team like Viles & Beckman to help you with your case. We’ve been assisting victims since 1995 with their cases.
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What Are Your Practice Areas?
Here at Viles & Beckman, we handle many kinds of personal injury cases, and we have a strong history of success. Our team will work hard for you to get the money you need after a personal injury accident.
A Pineland personal injury attorney is just a phone call away. Once you have one, your chances of compensation will be greater and you won’t have to worry about speaking with insurers who don’t have your interests in mind.
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What Are The Most Common Personal Injuries?
The range of injuries in these cases is vast, but if they can be tied to someone’s negligence then you can file a claim about them. Some of the most common ones we see include:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Catastrophic Injuries
- Spinal Injuries
- Back Injuries
- Hip Injuries
- Whiplash/Neck Injuries
- Internal Injuries/Bleeding
- Loss of Limb
- Herniated Disc
- Burn Injuries
Click To ContactIs Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney in Pineland Necessary?
Our job is to get you the most compensation possible. The insurance companies want to pay you as little as they can. That’s how they turn a profit. We know how to speak the language of the insurance world to make them pay up, and if they don’t, we take them to court.
Our experienced Pineland personal injury lawyers will ensure the insurance companies pay you what your case is truly worth. If you try to do it on your own, you could easily say something they could use against you or get pushed into taking a settlement lower than what you should receive.
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Is It Expensive to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in Pineland?
Here at Viles & Beckman, we take on Pineland personal injury cases on contingency. This means we’re your ally all the way and that you will owe us nothing to work on your case until you get paid.
Contingency fees make legal representation accessible to everyone and give us the incentive to work as hard as possible to maximize your claim. The more you get, the more everyone gets.
What Is the Personal Injury Case Process?
When you’re ready to seek compensation for your personal injury, there’s a process you and your lawyer will go through to get the money. Here are the main steps.
Hire an Attorney
First, you’ll need to contact experienced us for a consultation and hire one you can trust. There is a statute of limitations in Florida for accident cases. If you file your case after this window, the chances of winning your case are slim.
Collect Evidence
First, we will collect evidence to prove you have a claim and how much compensation you need to reach a fair settlement. The main pieces of evidence we will seek include:
- Crash reports
- Medical records
- Pictures and video from the accident
- Statements from first responders and eyewitnesses
- A list of expenses related to the accident, including lost wages and medical bills
Approach the Insurance Company
After all the evidence is together, we will contact the defendant’s insurance company with a claim for damages and an amount for settlement. The other side can accept it, reject it, or make a counteroffer. This negotiating process can go back and forth for some time.
Most cases settle in this phase. If that happens, the insurer will send a check to your lawyer. After they deduct their fees, they’ll send the remainder to you. If an agreement isn’t reached, then the case will go to trial.
File an Injury Lawsuit
If an agreement can’t be reached, the next step is to file the paperwork to let a judge and jury decide the matter. Until the day of the trial, either side can continue to make settlement offers. If an agreement can be reached, the trial process ends.
Discovery Phase
In the discovery phase, both sides share the evidence they have with each other so they can prepare their cases. Seeing all the evidence gives both sides a chance to understand what they could face in court, and gives both sides another opportunity to settle.
Mediation
In some cases, you may need to go through mediation before going to a full trial. Mediation is a way to get a neutral third party to help both sides come to a settlement without going to trial. If mediation is rejected, the case will go to a full trial.
Trial
At trial, the judge and possibly a jury will hear arguments from both sides and make a decision about who is responsible for the accident and how much compensation you can receive. Sometimes a trial is necessary to receive full justice, like in cases where punitive damages are necessary.
What Should I Ask a Lawyer During the Consultation?
When talking with Pineland personal injury attorneys, here is what you should look for before you decide to hire them. Briefly, your personal injury attorney should meet the following standards:
- Have they handled a case like yours before?
- Were they successful in those cases or similar ones?
- Are they licensed to practice in Florida?
- Do you feel comfortable when you talk with them?
- Are they willing to go as far as you wish to go to get a settlement?
- Do they seem trustworthy?
To help us decide whether to take your case, come prepared with evidence for your consultation. This includes items like:
- Crash reports
- Any citations or charges
- Doctor’s notes about your injuries
- Medical bills and health insurance letters
- Pictures of the injury and the scene
- Eyewitness contact information
- Your personal notes on how your injury affected your life
All cases are built from evidence, so the more you can bring, the more it will help us make an informed decision. That said, do not wait too long before speaking with a lawyer about your situation.
Call Our Offices for a Free Consultation
Call Viles & Beckman for a free consultation. During your consultation, we will listen to your story and explain your legal options to seek compensation.
Your consultation with us is absolutely free, confidential, and without obligation. Give us the chance to prove that we’re the law firm to choose in Pineland. Call us at the number on your screen or click the Do I Have a Claim button to send us an email.
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