If you were injured in a left-turn car accident, you may be in pain and weighed down by medical bills. Your insurance might cover some of your damages but not all of them, so you might have to negotiate or even sue to recover your losses fully.
Our legal team can help you identify the best path to recover maximum compensation. Work with a Tampa left-turn car accident lawyer from our Tampa personal injury lawyer firm to rebuild your life. Contact us for a free consultation, and we’ll tell you more about pursuing damages and seeking justice.
Does PIP Insurance Cover Left-Hand Car Accident Damages
According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, drivers in Florida must have personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. If you file a claim with your PIP policy, you can get compensated for basic damages, including up to 80% of your medical bills and 60% of lost wages, regardless of who was at fault in the crash.
However, if your damages exceed the limits of your policy, you may need to turn elsewhere for compensation. Additionally, you likely won’t be compensated for non-economic damages, such as the pain you’ve experienced, through your PIP policy.
What Damages Can I Get From a Left-Turn Car Accident Claim or Law Suit?
Our firm’s Tampa car accident lawyer can help you file a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company to cover serious injuries, property damage, and more. You may also file a lawsuit against the liable driver for all of your economic and non-damages.
Your lawyer will review all the options with you and help you make an informed decision. Regardless of what you and your lawyer decide, you can expect your lawyer to fight for your due damages. These could include:
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional trauma
- Vehicle repair bills
- Bills for other damaged personal property
- Medical expenses
- Bills for post-medical care
- The income you’ve lost
- Income loss you anticipate in the future
- Loss of consortium, loss of spousal support, loss of parental support, and other wrongful death damages if you lost a family member in the accident
What Is My Left-Turn Car Accident Case Worth?
The overall value of your case depends on the damages you have, how serious they are, and how they are evaluated. These damages refer to the financial consequences of the accident and how much money you would need to rebuild your life.
A personal injury lawyer can add up your losses using a valuation method insurance companies and judges understand. If the insurer (or the judge in your case) understands your lawyer’s method, they may be more likely to approve the valuation.
Our legal team will work with you closely to understand the full extent of your losses. Once your lawyer has listed and evaluated your damages, they can tell you the overall value of your traffic accident case.
Who Is at Fault in a Left-Turn Accident?
In a Florida left-turn accident, generally, the driver who made a left turn when there was not enough room to do so is at fault. The liable motorist might have engaged in other reckless driving practices, like exceeding the speed limit or not respecting traffic signals.
However, another party could be responsible under certain circumstances. Regardless of fault, in Florida, a claimant should file their initial compensation claim through their PIP insurance. However, you may have to convince their insurers that they should cover certain damages. If you sue another driver, you must prove they are liable.
Establishing liability is difficult, but our firm’s Tampa left-turn accident lawyers can do it for you. We will use the evidence available to bring a strong case against the defendant.
Evidence of Liability
Your lawyer will show your insurer liability evidence, such as traffic camera footage of the accident or information from a vehicle’s event data recorder. A personal injury attorney can also show corroborating evidence, such as a car accident reconstructionist testimony.
Other evidence that can help strengthen your case includes:
- Police report
- Eyewitness testimony
- Statements from law enforcement officers
- Photographs of the accident scene
- Medical documents
- Cellphone records
All this evidence can help determine who acted negligently and is legally responsible for covering any associated damages from the collision. Relying on different types of evidence helps create a complete picture of how the collision impacted your life.
Your lawyer will also protect you from liability by identifying potential obstacles or weaknesses that could sabotage a case. We will advise how best to address the issues to ensure successful results.
The Elements of Liability
Your lawyer can also show precisely why the at-fault party is responsible for your damages. To do this, your lawyer will show that:
- The driver had a duty to other drivers to make a left turn carefully
- The driver did not make the turn carefully
- Their carelessness caused the collision
- The accident caused you damages
A qualified attorney is familiar with various laws and statutes impacting each element. They will guide you through the entire process to gain the best results.
How Will My Lawyer Resolve My Tampa Left-Turn Accident Case?
Your Tampa left-turn car accident lawyer may resolve your case by simply filing your insurance claim and negotiating with the insurer for a fairsettlement. Your lawyer can file a lawsuit if the insurer does not negotiate fairly.
We can continue to negotiate for a fair settlement after filing a lawsuit. However, if we cannot settle your case fairly, we are prepared to take your case to court and ask a judge and jury to award you compensation for all of your damages.
How to Avoid a Left-Turn Car Accident in the Future
Some of the most frequent and potentially fatal car accidents involve drivers making a left turn. Safe driving practices can help prevent similar incidents in the future.
Prioritize situational awareness and focus on the road at all times. Be cautious when turning left, and always use your turn signals. It is also crucial to never drive while intoxicated or distracted.
Even if you have a green light, take extra precautions when turning left. Always check the intersection for pedestrians and oncoming vehicles. Additionally, be aware of your blind spots, double-check your mirrors, and signal your intention before changing lanes.
By taking precautions, such as being aware of your surroundings and obeying traffic laws, you can help reduce the risk of being involved in a left-turn car accident in the future.
Talk to a Tampa left-turn car accident attorney immediately if you’ve been hurt in an accident caused by negligent behavior.
Work With Our Left-Turn Car Accident Lawyers in Tampa, FL
Our attorneys fight hard for our clients. We understand that many clients are in serious situations, and insurance companies often don’t have victims’ best interests at heart.
Your left-turn accident injury lawyer will go above and beyond, including pursuing damages in the courtroom if necessary.
Plus, we work for you on a contingency fee basis, so you won’t have to pay a dime until they recover your compensation.
Finally, our team supports important charities like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and cares deeply about keeping Florida safe.
Contact the Anidjar & Levine Left-Turn Car Accident Attorneys
If you were involved in a left-turn automobile accident, one of our Tampa car accident lawyers could help you file your personal injury claim or lawsuit.
At Anidjar & Levine, we offer a free initial consultation, during which we’ll tell you more about how we can help you. We’ll also answer any questions you may have. To consult with us for free, contact our law office today.
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