Today’s cars have more features than ever before. Many have GPS devices, computer-like dashboards, and entire entertainment systems. Many cars also have an abundance of safety features, including passenger side airbags, antilock brakes, and other features. While many extras in your car are nice, additional components can sometimes mean that there are also more things that can go wrong.
Most of the time, when there is a mechanical failure or problem, you have time to get your car to a mechanic or car repair service in order to get the car fixed. However, when certain types of mechanical failures happen when you're behind the wheel you could lose control of your vehicle and find yourself in a terrible collision. If you have sustained injuries as a result of a car accident in Fort Lauderdale or anywhere in Florida, you deserve justice. The attorneys at Flaxman Law Group have been fighting on behalf of plaintiffs rights for more than 60 years. To put their expertise to work for you or to find out what can be done in your case, contact Flaxman Law Group today for a no cost, no obligation case evaluation.
What to do if You Have Been in a Car AccidentIf you have been injured in a traffic accident in Fort Lauderdale, the first thing you will want to do is to contact emergency medical services or a doctor in order to get a full evaluation of your condition. Even if you don't seem to have any symptoms, get an evaluation to ensure that there aren't any serious or life-threatening injuries that you have sustained. If your accident was serious or may have been caused by any illegal activity, it is also important to report your accident to law enforcement authorities immediately.
Once you've taken care of the immediate concerns following your car accident, you will want to contact your insurance company in order to get the claims process going. Before you accept any insurance money, however, it is a good idea to get legal advice about your situation. After all, your car insurance company is protected by teams of attorneys. Don't you deserve a personal injury attorney in Fort Lauderdale by your side?
Even if you have excellent insurance, there are many advantages to speaking with a personal injury attorney if you suspect mechanical failure may have caused your collision:
Are you looking for an experienced car accident attorney in South Florida? Contact Flaxman Law Group at any time. Flaxman Law Group attorneys have more than 60 years of combined legal experience and Charles Flaxman, the founder of the law firm, also has 10 years of experience in the insurance industry. This powerful combination of experiences allows our team to aggressively fight on behalf of plaintiffs whether at the negotiating table or in the courtroom.