A car accident can happen in an instant, destroying your peace of mind, your paycheck, your plans for the future, and — most importantly — your health and well-being. One moment you are driving to work, picking up your kids, or heading home for dinner. The next, you are facing mounting medical bills, insurance companies that do not have your best interests at heart, and a future filled with uncertainty.

At Saka Bryant, our Florida car accident attorney team knows that behind every case is a person whose life has been turned upside down. We pledge to treat you with the respect you deserve as we fight to recover the compensation you deserve so you can move forward. Contact the Florida car accident attorneys at Saka Bryant today to schedule a free and confidential appointment to discuss your situation and how we can assist you.

What To Do After a Car Accident in Florida

When a car accident causes injuries, there are steps you can take to protect yourself, your health, and your well-being and preserve your right to seek compensation for your injuries.

  1. Check yourself and any passengers for injuries. Quickly assess yourself from head to toe. Are you hurt? Bleeding? Can you move your head, arms, and legs? If anyone is in the vehicle with you, ask if they were injured.
  2. Check the people in the other vehicle(s). If you are able, get out of your car and ask the people in the other vehicles if they were injured.
  3. Report the accident. If anyone was seriously injured, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, contact the police and make a report.
  4. Follow police instructions. When the police arrive, they will secure the scene and provide instructions as they investigate the accident and prepare a report.
  5. Exchange information with other drivers. Ask the other drivers for their names, addresses, phone numbers, and insurance information. An easy way to do this is to use your phone to take pictures of each other’s driver’s licenses and insurance cards.
  6. Identify witnesses. If anyone saw the accident, ask for their name and contact information.
  7. Take pictures of the vehicles and the accident scene. Use your phone to take pictures of the scene of the accident. Include the position of the vehicles, any damage, weather conditions, and road conditions.
  8. Document your injuries. Take pictures of your injuries, including any bruises, cuts, broken bones, etc.
  9. Contact your insurance company. Report the accident to your insurance company. However, do not make a recorded statement until you have spoken to an attorney.
  10. Contact a car accident attorney. Saka Bryant can evaluate your situation, provide advice and guidance, and represent you in your claim.

Understanding Florida No-Fault Insurance

Florida is a “no-fault” insurance state, which means that after an accident, drivers turn first to their own insurance company for Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage to pay for medical expenses and lost wages, regardless of who caused the crash. However, PIP benefits often fall short of covering the full cost of serious injuries, and they do not provide compensation for pain and suffering. You may need to file a claim for third-party benefits against the other driver and their insurance company to recover full compensation for your injuries and other losses.

How a Florida Car Accident Attorney Can Help

When a car accident causes serious injuries, you must understand that the insurance companies are not on your side. Their goal is to pay you as little as possible. In addition, strict time limits apply to your claim and must be followed. Otherwise, you could lose your right to compensation.

You need an experienced car accident injury attorney on your side who has a proven record of success and can protect your legal rights and help maximize your financial compensation.

Saka Bryant Handles Florida Car Accident Claims on a Contingency Fee

Our car accident injury attorneys at Saka Bryant handle car accident claims on a contingency fee. This means you will not pay us an attorney’s fee unless we recover money for you. Your consultation is free and confidential. We will review your situation at no cost to you, keeping all information we learn confidential.

Contact a Florida Car Accident Attorney at Saka Bryant Today

If you were hurt in a car accident in Florida, contact the Florida car accident attorney team at Saka Bryant today to schedule a free, confidential, no-obligation appointment to discuss your situation and how we can assist you.