Auto Accident Lawyers

Orlando, Florida

An auto accident with serious injuries can change the lives of people involved in the accident, as well as the lives of their family members and loved ones.  If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident in Orlando, or anywhere else in Florida, please contact one of the experienced Florida auto accident attorneys at Colling Gilbert Wright & Carter. 

 

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We know first hand the impact that a serious accident can have on your life.  One of the most heart wrenching cases we ever handled involved an SUV rollover, which paralyzed our client.  We know that your life can be changed forever in just a few short moments and, while we can’t turn back the clock, we can help you put your life back together and make sure that you get justice from those who injured you.

What to do if you are in an accident

Here are a few tips for you to follow in the event you are involved in an auto accident: 

• Get medical attention – Make sure each person who has been injured receives prompt medical attention.  Even if you don’t feel any pain right after the accident, you should be evaluated by a physician.  Many times, the adrenalin from being involved in a car accident can mask the pain of injuries that may have been sustained.  Although some injuries are not immediately apparent, by getting prompt medical attention, you will have a better idea of the nature and extent of your injuries.
• Contact the authorities – Not only will the police help handle and organize the situation, but they will also make a police report. The police report of your auto accident will often show who the police believe is at fault for the auto accident and may become evidence in your lawsuit.
• Obtain contact information – Make sure you get the contact information of all parties who were involved in, or witnessed, the car accident.  Each witness could be called to testify in the lawsuit and it is important for your lawyer to have the witness’ contact information so he or she can gather and evaluate the evidence.  The more information available to your auto accident lawyer, the better he or she will be able to represent you in your claim.
• Obtain vehicle information – After an auto accident, you must get all the vehicle information of all vehicles involved in the accident.  This includes driver’s license numbers, license plate numbers, insurance companies, insurance policy numbers, vehicle identification numbers (VIN), and the make, model, and year of all cars involved.
• Take pictures – Pictures of your car accident can be helpful during your auto accident claim because they can provide evidence of what happened during the accident and how the accident occurred in the first place. Photos can also be helpful for an accident reconstruction expert.
• Determine what losses and injuries you have suffered – When you or a loved one is involved in an auto accident, the damage is rarely limited to your car.  In addition to the physical damage to your vehicle, you may have suffered physical injury yourself and you may also have damages, including:
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Disability
• Medical bills
• Lost wages

If you or a family member has been injured in an auto accident, you may be entitled to recover compensation. Contact one of the experienced Orlando, Florida auto accident attorneys from Colling Gilbert Wright & Carter today to schedule your initial car accident consultation.  We will evaluate your claim for free and we will represent you on a contingent fee basis, which means we do not get paid any attorneys’ fees unless you recover on your claim.