Experience and Dedication Lead to $87,500 Settlement

Although it’s possible to get a settlement right away, if you aren’t familiar with Florida law, you risk overlooking important details and agreeing to a settlement that won’t cover your losses. The most recent settlement of $87,500 that I obtained for one of our clients is the perfect example of the importance of having an experienced legal team on your side before you agree to anything.

How Our Client Won an $87,500 Settlement

In this particular case, my experience and knowledge of Florida law and insurance led to a $12,500 settlement from the at-fault driver’s bodily injury coverage. Our client also received an additional $75,000 from her underinsured motorist coverage, which covered the vehicle that she was a passenger in at the time of the accident. Read more about car accident law here (http://ift.tt/202ebSj).
I was able to get our client the compensation she needed and deserved because of the following reasons:

• A thorough investigation of all sources of potential insurance coverage maximized the value of her claim. Many people aren’t aware that underinsured motorist coverage exists or may be available. They just assume they are only entitled to the at-fault driver’s bodily injury coverage.

• Knowledge of the process of seeking compensation from the underinsured motorist insurance carrier led to offering the carrier an opportunity to pay the client $12,500 to protect their right of subrogation. This meant if they paid the $12,500, they could then collect any money they paid the client over the $12,500 from the at-fault driver. On the other hand, if they didn’t pay the $12,500, they wouldn’t be able to collect from the at-fault driver.

• Without the knowledge and experience required to give them this opportunity, we would have potentially waived the underinsured motorist coverage, which could have ended up being a $75,000 mistake. This is a costly mistake that you don’t want to risk by choosing the wrong person to represent you.

Your Injuries Could Be More Serious than You Think

This case also highlights the possibility that your injuries after a car accident could be more serious than you originally thought—which is another reason you should never agree to settle without first consulting our attorneys. The client in this case did not go to the hospital the day of the accident but instead went to the emergency room the following day. After a few hours, she was released.
Her treatment consisted of physical therapy and doctor’s visits, but there were significant gaps in medical care, which can typically decrease the value of the case. An MRI showed that my client suffered from a herniated disc in her lower back, but she did not receive any injections.
A neurosurgeon determined that my client will need a laminectomy, but she had not yet had the procedure at the time of the settlement. At the time, her total medical bills in the case were approximately $20,000. However, you can see how she faces more expenses and losses in the future because of the car accident.

Contact Our Office for a Consultation

In this case, my client received $87,500—a portion of which paid for medical expenses, case costs, and attorney’s fees. This case is just a recent example of how I make sure nothing is overlooked. However, many cases recover less. I cannot guarantee you will receive the same settlement, but I can guarantee that I will fight for your best interests and make sure you get any compensation you are entitled to. To discuss your case, call my office for a free consultation (http://ift.tt/1TVR8Ea).
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