Vehicle Accident and Injury Lawyer
In Florida, people injured in vehicle accidents that are caused by the negligence or recklessness of others are entitled to file a civil suit – called a “tort action” – against those who caused them harm.
After hirig a personal injury attorney, the plaintiff files a lawsuit against the party that caused the injury (defendant). If negligence is proven, the defendant must pay the plaintiff monetary “damages” that may include compensation for present and future loss of earnings, property damages, medical expenses and pain and suffering. In order for the plaintiff to recover damages, a skilled attorney must prove the critical elements of negligence:
If a car accident was caused by a driver’s exceedingly reckless or careless conduct, then punitive damages may be awarded to the victim. Drunk driving, driving under the influence of drugs, speeding, or other failure to abide by traffic laws and regulations will generally justify punitive damages.
Car accidents may also be caused by defects in an automobile, including defective fuel tanks, brakes, tires, steering, suspension systems and seatbelts.
Michael E. Seelie, PA has been helping people in Jacksonville, Florida and the surrounding communities of Orange Park, St. Augustine, Green Cove Springs, Callahan, Palatka, Fernandina Beach, St. Augustine, Gainesville, and Lake City in vehicle accident cases since 1978.
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