Auto Accidents are responsible for over 3 million injuries a year.

Unfortunately, Car Accidents are extremely common as drivers are becoming more distracted and paying less attention while driving an automobile. This can have serious effects on victims, leaving some seriously injured or permanently hurt and financially devastated.

If you or a loved one have been involved in a car accident, our firm can help. We have over 30 lawyers who specialize in Auto Accident claims and have handled thousands of these cases. Each car accident case will not only be handled by a specialized personal injury lawyer, but also by a full staff of case managers, secretaries, and paralegals. You will receive the highest quality legal representation for your case.

In most cases, we can assist in compensating your lost wages, medical bills, property damage, loss of life's joys, and other related costs reimbursed to you within approximately 30 days. We will also help you deal with your auto insurance company as far as making any necessary claims in addition to handling your case against the at-fault driver's insurance company. Even if you are not sure if you are to blame, please consult with us immediately to discuss a possible auto accident lawsuit. We may still be able to help you with auto accident claims. The auto accident lawyers at Morgan & Morgan litigate numerous lawsuits to trial involving Auto Accidents and other personal injury cases annually nationwide. We are extremely proud of the results that we have obtained.

If you find yourself involved in an auto accident, call the police immediately to file an accident report, even if no one seems injured or the result does not seem catastrophic. This vital report helps the insurance companies determine fault. Take pictures, draw diagrams, retrieve contact information and conduct interviews of involved parties and witnesses. It is important to immediately consult a car accident lawyer following the crash. Traffic accidents that cause debilitating injuries result in expensive medical payments, placing heavy burden on the financial situation of the injured victim's family. Licensed drivers are expected to exercise reasonable caution and abide by traffic laws when operating a vehicle. Another driver's negligence or aggression should not be at the expense of the victim or their family.

Injuries that victims commonly suffer after auto accidents may include the following:

Injuries involving the neck, spine, and brain tend to be the most life-threatening, possibly causing paralysis, or even death.

In addition to negligent and aggressive drivers, alcohol is a factor in 38% of all deadly car crashes and 7% of all auto accidents. In 2007, Florida's drunk driving accidents totaled 22,823. DUIs, formerly known as DWIs, can apply to those under the influence of alcohol, prescription medication, illicit drugs and even over-the counter medicine. Individuals involved with alcohol-related crashes may face unwanted fees, increased insurance rates and a suspended license. People involved in drunk driving accidents have options and should immediately consult a DUI lawyer. Other types of traffic collisions include rollover accidents, head-on collisions, side impact collisions, rear-end collisions, high-speed collisions, and lane changing accidents.

Some causes for these crashes include the following:

The driver, however, may not be at fault for every car accident. Automobile defects, incorrect highway signs, construction, faulty highway or road design, inadequate lighting or out-of-order traffic lights may be to blame. The government or automobile company can be at fault for these accidents and immediately contacting an auto accident attorney can help reimburse you for your losses.

Everyone always thinks it is other people on the road that they need to be concerned about, but why not start with yourself? If everyone could be a bit more conscientious behind the wheel and practice safe habits, it would make sense that accidents, road rage, and other unwanted driving problems would experience a downward trend. Aside from demonstrating car control proficiency and excellent decision-making skills in the driver's seat, here are some simple guidelines that every driver should be aware of and abide by: