When an Accident Changes Everything
A serious car accident can change a person's life in an instant. Injuries may require extensive medical treatment, prevent you from returning to work, and create physical and emotional challenges that continue long after the crash.
When another driver's negligence causes an accident, injured people and their families may have the right to seek compensation for the losses they have suffered. At Diez-Arguelles & Tejedor, our attorneys have spent decades representing individuals and families throughout Florida in personal injury and wrongful death matters.
We understand that no two car accidents are alike. Our attorneys investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, identify those responsible, and work to protect our clients' rights while pursuing the compensation they deserve.
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a car accident in Orlando or elsewhere in Florida, we are here to help.
Diez-Arguelles Tejedor stands up for people injured in car accidents. Our attorneys are committed to protecting your rights and helping you pursue the compensation you need to move forward.
Call (407) 705-2880 to learn how we can help.
Serious Injuries After a Car Accident
The severity of a car accident cannot always be determined by the appearance of the vehicles involved. Some injuries may not be immediately apparent, while others can result in permanent disability or lifelong medical needs.
Car accident injuries may include:
- Traumatic brain injuries and other head injuries
- Spinal cord and back injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Internal injuries
- Neck and shoulder injuries
- Soft-tissue injuries
- Nerve damage
- Permanent impairment or disability
- Disfigurement
- Emotional and psychological trauma
- Fatal injuries
A serious injury can affect far more than a person's physical health. Medical treatment, rehabilitation, lost income, and the need for ongoing care can place significant financial and emotional strain on an entire family.
For individuals who suffer catastrophic injuries, the consequences may continue for years or even a lifetime. Understanding the full extent of those consequences is an important part of pursuing a personal injury claim.
What Compensation May Be Available?
When another person's negligence causes an accident, an injured person may be entitled to seek compensation for different types of losses.
Depending on the circumstances of the case, damages may include:
Medical Expenses
Compensation for medical treatment related to injuries suffered in the accident, including necessary future medical care.
Lost Wages and Income
Recovery for income lost because injuries prevent a person from working, as well as certain future losses resulting from a disabling injury.
Pain and Suffering
Compensation for the physical pain and suffering caused by the accident and resulting injuries.
Mental Anguish
Damages associated with the emotional and psychological effects of a serious injury.
Physical Impairment
Compensation when an injury limits a person's ability to perform activities or enjoy life as they did before the accident.
Disfigurement
Damages associated with permanent scarring or other changes to a person's appearance.
Wrongful Death Damages
When a car accident results in the death of a loved one, surviving family members may have legal rights to pursue damages under Florida law.
The damages available in a particular case depend on the facts and circumstances of the accident, the nature of the injuries, and the applicable Florida law.
Who May Be Responsible for a Car Accident?
Determining who is responsible for a crash can require more than simply identifying the driver who was behind the wheel.
Our attorneys examine the circumstances surrounding an accident to determine whether another driver or another responsible party may have contributed to the injuries.
This may involve examining:
- Police reports
- Witness statements
- Photographs and video
- Vehicle damage
- Medical records
- Accident reconstruction evidence
- Cell phone or other electronic evidence
- Available insurance coverage
- The actions of the drivers involved
Establishing responsibility is particularly important when an accident results in serious injuries or death. The circumstances surrounding each collision must be carefully evaluated before determining what legal claims may be available.
Dealing With Insurance Companies After an Accident
After a car accident, you may be contacted by an insurance company seeking information about the crash or your injuries.
It is important to remember that an insurance company's interests may not always be the same as yours. Statements about the accident, your injuries, or your recovery can become important when an insurance claim is evaluated.
Before providing a recorded statement, signing documents, or accepting a settlement, it can be beneficial to understand your legal rights and the potential value of your claim.
At Diez-Arguelles & Tejedor, our attorneys can communicate with insurance companies and work to protect the interests of injured clients throughout the claims process.
When a Car Accident Results in Wrongful Death
The loss of a loved one in a car accident is devastating. For surviving family members, the emotional loss may be accompanied by medical expenses, funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and other consequences.
Florida law provides specific legal rights for certain surviving family members when a person's death is caused by another party's negligence.
A wrongful death claim is different from an ordinary personal injury claim, and the applicable legal requirements can depend on the circumstances of the death and the relationship of the surviving family members.
Our attorneys represent families dealing with the devastating consequences of fatal accidents and work to protect their legal rights.
Florida Car Accident Claims Have Legal Deadlines
If you have been injured in a car accident, it is important to understand that Florida law places a time limit on filing a personal injury lawsuit. Under current Florida law, an action founded on negligence generally must be filed within two years of the date the cause of action accrues. Florida law generally provides a two-year deadline for wrongful death claims under Florida Statutes § 95.11(5)(e)(opens in new tab).
The deadline that applies to your case can depend on the circumstances of the accident, the parties involved, and the type of claim being pursued. Certain claims and circumstances may be subject to different rules or exceptions.
Because failing to file a claim within the applicable deadline can prevent you from pursuing compensation, it is important to speak with an experienced Orlando car accident lawyer as soon as possible after a serious accident.
Diez-Arguelles & Tejedor can evaluate the circumstances of your accident, explain your legal options, and help determine the deadlines that may apply to your claim.
Experience When It Matters Most
For more than 28 years, the attorneys of Diez-Arguelles & Tejedor have represented individuals and families in personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice matters throughout Florida.
Our attorneys bring substantial trial experience to serious injury cases.
Carlos R. Diez-Arguelles is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer and is recognized among Florida's top 100 trial lawyers. His experience includes personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice litigation throughout the state of Florida.
Maria D. Tejedor is a Board Certified personal injury trial lawyer whose career has included significant medical negligence and catastrophic injury litigation. She has successfully tried medical malpractice cases throughout Florida and has recovered substantial awards for injured families.
Together, the attorneys of Diez-Arguelles & Tejedor bring decades of experience, extensive trial knowledge, and a commitment to protecting the rights of individuals and families facing some of the most difficult circumstances of their lives.
Our approach is personal. We understand that behind every accident is a person, a family, and a life that may have been changed forever.
Injured in a Car Accident?
You do not have to navigate the aftermath of a serious accident by yourself.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an Orlando car accident, Diez-Arguelles & Tejedor can evaluate your situation and help you understand your legal options.
Contact our office to discuss your accident, your injuries, and the steps you may be able to take to protect your rights.
Serving injured individuals and families throughout Orlando and across Florida. Call Diez-Arguelles & Tejedor at 1-888-888-3773 to discuss your legal options in a free consultation.
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