Side-impact/T-bone car accidents in Orlando can lead to serious and life-threatening injuries, including internal organ damage, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. These accidents may also result in severe psychological and emotional trauma.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a side-impact collision, our lawyers could thoroughly investigate the accident to determine the cause and who is responsible. Our team of experienced car crash attorneys at Colling Gilbert Wright could guide you throughout the entire legal process, helping you understand your options and make informed decisions.
Other law firms turn to us to handle their car accident cases because they know we deliver results with skill, integrity, and relentless dedication.
Proving Negligence in Side-Impact/T-Bone Collisions
Negligence plays a crucial role in determining fault and liability after a side-impact or T-bone crash in Orlando. Negligence, or the failure to act with reasonable care, is a key element in establishing any car accident claim. To prove negligence, you must demonstrate that the other driver breached their duty of care and that the breach caused harm.
Every driver has a legal duty to exercise reasonable care and caution to avoid causing harm to others on the road. Negligence occurs when a driver’s actions fall below the standard of care expected, such as running a red light, speeding, or failing to yield the right of way. Negligence must be the direct cause of your accident and your resulting injuries for you to be eligible for compensation. You must also have sustained actual damages, such as injuries, property damage, or lost wages.
Recovering Compensation After a Side Impact/T-Bone Crash
Florida has a no-fault insurance system, which means you are generally required to file a claim with your own insurance company first, regardless of who is at fault. If the accident-related injuries and damages exceed the coverage provided by your personal injury protection (PIP) insurance, you may be able to file a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.
If your injuries meet the serious injury threshold, you may be able to sue the negligent driver or their insurance company for additional damages, as PIP policy limits may be depleted quickly. Examples of serious injuries include:
- Broken bones and fractures
- Severe burns
- Scarring
- Internal injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Paralysis
- Amputation
Our dedicated team of attorneys in Orlando could help you navigate the legal process after a side-impact or T-bone collision, including gathering evidence, understanding the no-fault laws, and advocating for fair compensation. Our lawyers could also negotiate with the other driver’s insurance company to secure a fair settlement for your injuries and losses, including:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Any other economic and non-economic damages
If the case cannot be settled, one of our attorneys could represent you in court, preparing your case, presenting evidence, and arguing for your rights.
Contact an Orlando Attorney After a Side-Impact/T-Bone Car Accident
Our lawyers could explain your legal rights and options after a side-impact/T-bone car accident in Orlando, including your right to compensation for damages, medical bills, and lost wages. Insurance companies may try to minimize your claim, but our attorneys could act as a buffer, protecting you from misleading and harmful tactics that may reduce your recoverable compensation.
Our firm has a proven track record of achieving maximum compensation for our clients injured in automobile accidents. Past verdicts and settlements include a $410,687 recovery for a 61-year-old drywall repairman who sustained aggravation of pre-existing arthritis in his neck and back and a $5.3 million recovery against a driver and her employer for burn injuries resulting from a fiery automobile accident.
Do not hesitate to contact our team at Colling Gilbert Wright today if you have questions about filing an auto accident claim. We will provide a free, no-obligation consultation to review your potential case and explain the next steps.