Winter Haven Car Accident Lawyer

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Attorney for Car Accidents in Winter Haven, FL

Are you wondering what to do after a car accident? 

Is the insurance company refusing to pay what you deserve?

Do you need advice about whether to accept a settlement?

Is it time to file a legal claim?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, it’s time to call auto accident attorney Moe DeWitt!

We are here whenever you need us. You can have a lawyer – a trained professional – represent you at any stage. We handle car accident claims in Winter Haven, FL. We also help residents and visitors of the community who have been injured in passenger car accidents in other collisions.

Let our team protect your rights at any stage of the case. If you are:

• First starting your case, including before you have reported to the insurance company,
• Negotiating with the insurance company and determining what your compensation is worth,
• Needing to file a formal legal claim because the insurance company won’t fairly pay,

Our Winter Haven car accident lawyer can help. Too often, people take the first offer from the insurance company, not knowing if it fairly represents their losses. You need to make just one call. We offer free consultations, and we’re accepting new cases now.

Auto Accident Cases We Handle

Traffic violations

Common offenses are speeding, running a red light or stop sign, improper lane change and driving too closely.

DUI, drunk driving

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is never acceptable. It can result in serious harm. We’ll fight for justice.

Cars, trucks, buses and trains

There are a multitude of vehicles and modes of transportation. Whatever vehicles were involved in the crash – even a train! – we can help you pursue justice.

Commercial vehicles

If you are in an accident with a person operating as a commercial driver, we can handle the complex aspects of a compensation claim.

Construction zones, traffic reroutes

We’ll work to document what happened and the circumstances leading up to the collision.

Multi-vehicle accidents, single-vehicle accidents

Whether your car accident involves one or multiple vehicles, we can determine fault and build your case for compensation.

Rear end, sideswipe, head-on, side-impact, T-bone, hit and run

The point of impact of a crash can influence injuries and damages done to the victims.

Road defects, road obstructions

If road conditions contribute to a crash, we can assist you in investigating and documenting what occurred.

Other factors and issues

Whatever you need, we are here to work for you when it counts. Contact us to learn how we advocate for car accident victims.

You Must Move Quickly

One of your first steps after receiving medical care is to call an experienced attorney. Injured motorists must move quickly to protect their legal rights in Florida. The state recently shrunk the amount of time injured victims get to file a lawsuit, from four years to two years. Anyone injured on March 24, 2023 or later has only two years, otherwise you lose your legal rights.

Contact our office. Any proposed settlement from the other driver’s insurance company is probably much too low. JustCallMoe to get the compensation you deserve.

Why Choose a Car Accident Lawyer From Our Firm?

Being in a car accident changes everything. You may not know what to do first. You may worry about how to get the compensation that you deserve, knowing that insurance companies have tricks and tactics to avoid paying fairly.

When you call us, we will take care of everything. Count on us to:

• Investigate your case
• Determine what your case is worth
• Evaluate your options
• Negotiate with the insurance company – we talk to them for you!
• File your legal claim
• Pursue your case
• Represent you in everything needed

We’re a full-service law firm. From the time we start working on your case, we’ll represent your interests. Our team is always here, and we’re happy to help.

Car Accident Lawsuit FAQs

What court hears my car accident claim in Winter Haven, FL?

Most car accident claims in Winter Haven, FL will be heard in the Polk County Circuit Court, Tenth Judicial Circuit. Several factors may influence the appropriate place to file your claim.

Do I need a lawyer?

If you went to the hospital or a doctor in Winter Haven because of injuries, it’s probably worth talking to an injury lawyer about your case. We’ll give you an honest opinion about what your case may be worth and how a lawyer can help you. When you have moderate or severe injuries, legal representation is usually very important.

What is my car accident case worth?

You deserve fair financial compensation for monetary losses, like medical expenses, lost income and property damage, and personal losses, like pain and suffering. We understand the compensable losses for car accidents, and we make sure that your case is valued fairly.

How do you start a car accident case?

To formally start a car accident case, you file paperwork in court. Sometimes, you can negotiate a fair result directly through an insurance company. However, to preserve your rights, you must formally file a court case. Lawyer Moe DeWitt can take care of this important step for you.

What is the 14-day rule?

To receive PIP benefits, you need to receive medical care within 14 days of the accident. If you don’t, then you will not receive benefits, even though PIP is designed to be no-fault. We recommend going to the hospital soon after the crash.

Compensation for a Car Accident in Florida

Florida is a no-fault state, but when you’re seriously hurt, you can still pursue compensation from the responsible party. In Florida, you may receive compensation for a car accident if another party is responsible for negligence. Negligence laws apply in Winter Haven and throughout the state.

Negligence is a legal term, but it just means: Not careful enough!

Driving is a dangerous activity when people don’t use reasonable care. Speeding is usually considered negligence, for example. So is driving too close to the vehicle in front of you or an unsafe lane change. If someone causes an accident because they are negligent, they may be liable.

To be liable, the other driver doesn’t have to cause the accident on purpose. It’s enough that they are negligent under the circumstances.

What Caused Your Accident

Negligence is usually the main cause of car accidents. Some examples include:

• Distracted driving
• Failing to yield
• Intoxication
• Driver fatigue
• Illegal lane changes or maneuvers
• Drifting into oncoming traffic

Sometimes defects in a vehicle contribute to a crash, and the car owner is negligent for not getting their car repaired.

Comparative Negligence and Your Winter Haven Car Accident Case

Florida has adopted a modified comparative negligence system. Any negligence chargeable to our client will reduce their compensation. Someone who is 35% at fault will receive 35% less.

However, anyone who is more than 50% at fault will be barred from receiving compensation. That means leaving with $0 even if you are struggling with serious injuries. JustCallMoe always takes allegations of comparative negligence seriously. We can advocate for our clients to receive the maximum allowed by minimizing or disproving any comparative negligence.

Dealing with Insurers

Insurance companies are unavoidable in most accidents. After a crash, you should call your insurer and report basic details of the crash: location, date, time, and personal details of the other driver. Ideally, you will call within 24 hours.

We can also help you obtain PIP benefits. Some insurers try to minimize what they pay, putting your bills under a microscope. We can advocate for full compensation.

We recommend that you avoid dealing with the other driver’s insurance company. This company could dig for information to use to show you are partially to blame. Let us handle all communications with this insurer. You should focus on healing.

Get legal help for a crash

As your car accident lawyer in Winter Haven, attorney Moe DeWitt will look at the entire situation and all insurance policies. He’ll determine the best course of action, looking for all sources of compensation.

You can get legal help with your entire case.

We have built a strong reputation in Winter Haven and can step in to assist anyone injured in the 33880 zip code. Our experience ranges from high-speed accidents on Route 17 to fender benders in the Walmart or Publix Supermarket parking lot. Wherever you are injured in a Winter Haven car accident, give our office a call for assistance.

Free Consultation – Talk to a Lawyer

Start your case with a no-cost consultation from JustCallMoe. Not only is your consultation free, but we only get paid when we win compensation for you.

See how our car accident lawyer can assist you, ask questions and learn about the claims process.

Contact us today. Call (866) 225-5663 or send us a message to begin.