Maximizing Your Compensation After A Motor Vehicle Accident

A driver’s license is a privilege that is obtained because we agree to be responsible. Americans who sign their name to drive an automobile agree to a legally binding contract that will hold them responsible if negligent with their actions or choices. At the Law Firm of Alan Anchell, we will hold the at-fault responsible for injuries to the victims.

There are many questions after an automobile accident. The Law Firm of Allen Anchell is here 24/7 to guide you or a loved one during the stressful and complicated time after a car or truck injury that was caused by another. Negligence is the failure to use reasonable care; and when reasonable care is not used and a collision occurs, it is not excusable as an “accident.”

With that being said there are questions our firm can guide you through to assist with the chain of events that happened at the time of the accident.

In your own words how the accident happened?

• What was the first inkling that the crash was about to occur?
• Who was with you when the wreck occurred?
• Did you see anyone who might be a witness?
• Was weather a factor, negligence due to a change in the road pattern because of construction, or in Florida, it is always possible there was a power outage.
• Did you obtain the driver’s exchange information from the police with pictures of the scene as well as any pictures of cameras in the area?

Attorney Allen Anchell and his staff know what questions to ask you so we can obtain all the information to get you and your family the financial compensation that commensurates with your injuries, loss of work, and property damages that you deserve.

It is very common after an accident to “feel fine” however, there is a level of shock and disbelief that occurs after an accident. Due to adrenaline, you may not feel pain immediately but once the body is able to depressurize the pain will set in. The results of long-term injury to your body can be economically and socially catastrophic.

Medical treatment should be the priority after a tragedy, and we work with your personal injury protection (PIP) insurance to guarantee you receive all the benefits you deserve. Medical care is required within 14 days after an incident.

Our firm partners with the most qualified and proficient medical professionals to bestow the best medical care to assist you in regaining optimal health.

Directly after an accident, The Law Firm of Alan Anchell recommends medical treatment if necessary, however, the next step is to contact us to open a claim with your insurance company and the at-fault party’s insurance. It is never a good idea for you to speak with either insurance companies. It is the norm for insurance adjusters to record a conversation after an accident and in turn, this could jeopardize your case later.

Retaining an experienced car accident attorney will guarantee you that we will handle the complex issues to protect your best interest. Our firm understands that it might be difficult to come to our office, we can visit you in the hospital, doctor’s office, or at your home.

The Law Firm of Alan Anchell will begin immediately speaking with the at-fault insurance company to determine liability limits and if a settlement is in order or if we need to file a lawsuit on your behalf.

The negligent drivers and their insurance must be held accountable for all damages. The insurance adjuster’s purpose is to settle the case as quickly as possible. This includes the at-fault party’s insurance, but it also includes the victim’s insurance company. If you purchased uninsured motorist on your policy our firm will be speaking on your behalf as well.

The uninsured motorist policy benefits you if the negligent party does not carry an adequate policy amount to cover all medical expenses lost time from work, property damage, the financial compensation that you are entitled to under the law.

Commercial truck accidents are very diverse compared to an automobile accident. The injuries are typically more severe, require longer treatment, and may result in wrongful death. There is normally not just one insurance company that will be held liable. There are numerous companies that bear some form of responsibility; this involves the transportation company, truck driver, and the trucking company and more. The Law Firm of Alan Anchell has the experience to navigate complicated legal issues.

We can help you if you have been involved in:

• Accidents caused by road hazards and falling objects
• ATV and recreational vehicle accidents
• Bicycle and pedestrian accidents
• Car accidents
• Commercial vehicle accidents
• Distracted driver accidents
• Drunk driving accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Rear-end collisions
• School bus accidents and public transit accidents
• Tractor-trailer accidents