Experienced Fort Myers Car Accident Attorneys

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Automobile accidents happen in the blink of an eye. They are incredibly startling, emotionally traumatic, and often severely painful. Some are serious enough to cause devastating injuries, long-term suffering, and even wrongful death. Almost every car accident causes some degree of economic hardship or personal distress.

At Viles & Beckman, LLC, we understand how frustrating and difficult any car crash experience can be. We have helped countless traffic accident victims throughout Southwest Florida during our more than 40 cumulative years in the practice of law.
If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a Florida car crash, Viles & Beckman, LLC can help. Our Fort Myers car accident lawyers an edge, both in the courtroom and at the negotiating table.

Types of Car Accidents

While this page is primarily focused on car crashes, it is important to note that the term “car accident” may also refer to other kinds of traffic accidents and vehicle collisions, including:

Viles & Beckman, LLC can help with any of these auto accidents, however big or small the damages may seem.

Holding Negligent Drivers Accountable

Most of Florida’s auto accidents are caused by driver negligence. In other words, most crashes happen because a driver behaves carelessly, fails to take responsible action, or violates the rules of the road.

It is important at the outset for victims of negligence to know that they are not responsible for the costs of someone else’s carelessness. Even when the at-fault driver doesn’t mean to cause anyone harm, victims may be able to recover financial compensation for their injuries and any relevant suffering.

If any of the following played a role in your car crash, you may be entitled to a significant financial recovery:

Speeding
Texting and driving
Distracted driving
Reckless driving
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI/DWI)
Road rage
Aggressive driving
Running red lights or stop signs
Failure to obey traffic laws or signs
Drowsy driving
Failure to use mirrors or turn signals
Failure to check blind spots
Driving unreasonably in specific weather or roadway conditions

These aren’t the only kinds of driver negligence, of course. Any instance of carelessness can cause auto wrecks. If you aren’t sure whether negligence played a role in your crash, we can help.

Fatal Car Accident Statistics in Lee County, Florida

Source:https://www.news-press.com/story/news/2019/03/14/fatal-crashes-lee-county-leave-28-dead-so-far-2019/3161147002/

Dealing with Insurance Companies

Following an injury, you may be entitled to compensation from one or more insurance companies. Often, this will be the at-fault driver’s insurer, but other insurance policies might play a role too — an employer’s, a corporate third party’s, a local government’s, or even your own, for example.

Regardless of which insurers are involved, it is important to remember that insurance companies do not represent your best interests. Their only goal is to pay you as little as they can get away with.

Never accept a settlement offer from an insurer’s representative without talking to an experienced lawyer first. In fact, you should avoid talking to insurance representatives altogether if possible. If you do talk with them, be very cautious with your words. They are known to use innocent statements against you in the event of a lawsuit.

When you work with Viles & Beckman, LLC you can tell the insurance adjusters to call us instead. We’ll handle it.

Call Now to Schedule Your Free Case Evaluation

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a car crash anywhere in the state of Florida, the deeply experienced and fiercely passionate legal team at Viles & Beckman, LLC can help. Our mission is to make a meaningful difference in your case.

Our services are available to the residents of Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral, and any other area in Florida.

To schedule a free case evaluation with an attorney in our office, please contact us online or call (239) 334-3933 right away.