FAQs Personal Injury
Questions About Accident Cases
Below are some common questions asked by our Florida accident clients. Click on each question to read the answer:
- How do I choose an accident lawyer that is right for me?
- How do I pay for legal assistance?
- How long will it take to get a fair settlement offer?
- Will I have to go to court?
- What are compensatory damages?
- What are punitive damages?
How do I choose the accident lawyer that is right for me?
First and foremost, look for a law firm that has a record of litigating and winning accident cases. Some personal injury lawyers just try to settle your claims quickly and do not want to go to trial. The insurance companies know this and don’t offer big settlements. At Levin, Papantonio, our personal injury lawyers have received over seventy-five jury verdicts in the amount of one million dollars or more. We’re not afraid to go to trial and we’ll keep fighting to get you the money damages you deserve.
E-mail or call our experienced Florida accident attorneys at 1-(888)-435-7001 to find out how we can help you.
How do I pay for legal assistance?
In Florida, attorneys who handle personal injury claims are usually paid on a contingency basis. This means that you don’t have to pay anything unless and until we win your case. Our fees will be deducted from your settlement or award. If there is no recovery, our Florida personal injury attorneys don’t get paid.
How long will it take to get a fair settlement offer?
\Florida personal injury lawsuits can vary in length from weeks to years in some instances. We need to thoroughly investigate your claim to make sure you get all the money you are entitled to receive.
Will I have to go to court?
If the insurance company agrees to pay what we believe your case is worth, and you wish to settle for that amount, then you don’t have to go to court.
Some personal injury lawyers just try to settle your claims quickly and do not want to go to trial. If the insurance company refuses to pay the acceptable amount, then we have to proceed in court. Our experienced Florida accident lawyers know how much you’re entitled to and we make sure you’re fairly compensated for your injuries and losses.
What are compensatory damages?
Compensatory damages "compensate" the injured person for various kinds of losses or damages. These may also be referred to as “actual damages.” The courts do not allow attorneys to argue that the award should be what a juror would want to go through a similar injury, but the instructions call for “reasonable” compensation.
What are punitive damages?
Punitive damages may be recoverable in certain circumstances. Punitive damages exist to punish or make example of the wrongdoer for conduct that is intentional, or when the wrongdoer acts in a reckless manner in disregard for the rights of others. The actual payment of punitive damages is rare, and appellate courts frequently cut punitive damage awards down, or simply throw them out. However, the threat of punitive damages can often induce the defense to make an increased settlement.
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