Car Accidents in Jacksonville, FL
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Too many big-firm Jacksonville car accident attorneys keep their clients waiting months for answers.
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Too many big-firm Jacksonville car accident attorneys keep their clients waiting months for answers.
Receive the consistent communication and genuine compassion you deserve.
Ready When You Are❯
When you call in to Wilkes & Mee, we will immediately perform an information gathering process where first and foremost we find out about the extent of the your injuries and whether you are getting treatment so you can get better. We then find out as much as we can about the parties involved, damages, conditions at the time of the injury, and whether there were witnesses. We also secure a copy of the incident/crash report, obtain video footage, and secure the evidence if necessary. We send out letters to your insurance company and the at-fault driver’s insurance company to let them know we will be handling all communications from here forward. This way you can focus on healing.
Next we send an investigator to the scene to obtain photographs and preserve evidence. Proof exists at the scene, and details that may seem irrelevant may also help to build your case. As mentioned before, every aspect of the accident is thoroughly scrutinized during the investigation, including vehicle damage, tire marks, weather and road conditions, GPS information, and police and witness reports.
Once you are finished with treatment or have reached maximum medical improvement, we will begin gathering copies of all medical records so that we can submit a demand to the insurance company. This opens the negotiation process for a potential settlement. If the insurance company isn’t being fair in their offer to resolve the case, we then file suit.
Common in many auto accidents, a concussion is a traumatic brain injury usually caused by your head jolting or even slamming into the car.
With about a million treatments and $8.8 billion in insurance claims each year, whiplash is most commonly caused by rear-end collisions.
From fractured facial bones and spinal vertebrae to broken ribs, even a minor collision can cause damage throughout your body.
Whether you are at home or confined to a hospital bed, we will visit with you during all hours of the day.
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Car accident cases are usually “contingent fee” cases, meaning the lawyer receives his or her payment out of the net settlement of the case if you win. If you lose, in most cases you will not be responsible to pay any attorney fees to your lawyer whatsoever.
It depends. Some auto accident cases are settled in as little as six months and others may take a few years. The amount of time will depend on: 1) the length of your medical treatment; 2) the severity of your injury; 3) how many parties are involved in the accident; 4) the insurance company and the insurance company’s lawyers; 5) whether your case will have to go to trial. Most cases are settled in mediation which means less time you have to wait to get compensated.
No car accident lawyer in Jacksonville can tell you what your auto accident case is worth during the initial conference. However, here are some helpful things to know regarding the worth of your case:
No two law suits are exactly the same. Just because someone else settled for a certain amount does not mean that you can expect the same thing to happen in your case.
Keep your expectations realistic. No amount of money will make right a personal harm that was done to you. Most people do not get every penny they want or deserve.
Understand that settlement negotiations, mediation, and trial (if necessary) take place much later in your case after all of the facts are known. Therefore, we cannot give you an opinion on what your case is “worth” in an initial conference. We can, however, advise you on the strengths and weaknesses of your case.
Apart from medical malpractice injuries, there is usually no cap on how much an insurance company can pay for pain and suffering.
No. In Florida, pedestrians only have the right-of-way when crossing a marked crosswalk or an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection.
Much of driving is about being aware of the other vehicles around you, especially when turning left or right.
The switch from daylight saving time to standard time yields a 6% overall automobile crash increase during the first four weeks.
There are very specific Florida statutes regarding pedestrian laws and guidelines to influence the safety of both pedestrian and driver.
Yes, your health insurance will cover car accident injuries, but the average driver will tap into his or her PIP (Personal Injury Protection) insurance coverage first.
Other than the obvious differences - like size, weight, and force of impact - there are clear characteristics that set truck accidents apart from typical crashes.
How soon after a car accident should you call a personal injury lawyer? The answer is as soon as possible.
A new analysis pins Jacksonville, Florida as the 6th most dangerous metropolitan city in the US for pedestrians.
When it comes to car crashes, every witness wants to feel important to the police’s investigation.
The FDOT has finished Jacksonville's first diverging diamond interchange (DDI) in one of Duval County's worst spots for traffic.
A car accident is usually considered a civil incident unless a crime takes place, such as DUI or a hit-and-run.
In most cases, a no-fault car accident will not result in a rise in your insurance rate.
According to the report, there were 207 fatal car accident in Jacksonville in 2021.
Although the Ford F-Series comes in at #1, it's also the most popular vehicle in the county.
Over 80% of drivers admit to having road rage. Here are some tips to dealing with aggressive drivers.
The short answer is no. The IRS only taxes income that causes your net worth to increase.
Over 20,000 people died throughout the United States in traffic-related accidents in the first half of 2021.
Last year in Florida, there were more than 700 pedestrian fatalities caused by car accidents.
Experts say the double-teardrop roundabout has "slashed injury crashes by 84 percent."
In short, you don't pay a dime unless your car accident attorney handles your case successfully.
A Recent NHTSA report shows traffic fatalities higher this quarter compared to previous years.
From no-fault laws to lost wage recovery, here are 9 common questions about auto accident cases.
With California at #1 and Nevada at #2, Florida takes bronze with some of the rudest drivers in the country.
Even in a minor car accident, you can sustain injuries that have lasting effects if not treated quickly.
Florida makes it to the top of the list with one of the most dangerous highways in America: Interstate 95.
Although texting while driving is now a primary offense in Florida, studies show that it is not often enforced.
As the auto industry continues to introduce new safety features, a lot of car enthusiasts feel those features come at the expense of design and appeal.
We've gathered the latest 2020 Florida car crash statistics giving an overview of statewide numbers as well as specific counties, including Nassau, Duval, Clay, St. Johns, Putnam, Flagler, and Miami-Dade.
Every year we read about holiday car accidents that could have absolutely been avoided by prioritizing a few simple driving safety tips.
Let's look at a few statistics that might offer perspective as we continue to maneuver the roads and teach our children safe driving practices.
According to JSO, this is a one-day, hands-on program that "addresses the primary factors affecting teen drivers – speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, texting while driving and distracted driving."
According to ABC7 in Bredenton, Florida, experts say we should focus less on age and more on health and coherence.
Drivers in Jacksonville can now participate in a self-driving car pilot program which tests automated driving systems using an online tool known as the AV TEST (Automated Vehicle Transparency and Engagement for Safe Testing) Initiative.
According to recent data provided by the Department of Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Jacksonville auto accident-related fatalities continue to climb.
State Farm is one of these companies, reducing automobile insurance rates for Florida drivers by 10% (a total of $2.2 billion throughout the US).
Among the hoard of questions and concerns running through your mind after a car accident, one of the most important actions you need to take is calling an attorney before your insurance company, especially if you are injured. Here's why.
Many states have their own unique requirements when it comes to car insurance policies, including Florida. We've provided a list of Florida-specific requirements along with frequently asked questions from Florida policy holders.
The auto industry has introduced incredible new safety features over the past year alone, from automatic braking and lane assist to auto-pilot and driver mitigation systems. But with all of this innovative technology, there's still one safety feature we often overlook: visibility.
Many of us have witnessed fender benders and other minor accidents while on the road. Other have witnessed much worse. Whether or not to help depends both on the severity of the accident and your own conscience. If you do decide to help after witnessing a car accident, here are a few suggestions.
Sometimes sitting behind the wheel of a 2,000 pound piece of metal becomes a bit too casual. So here are a few simple suggestions on how you can avoid distractions, remain alert, and show respect to those sharing the road.
From warning devices and auto-correction technology to interior comfort and exterior strength, your automobile should reduce the liklihood of severe injury in the event of an accident. From our experience at crash sites, some automobiles actually cause more damage.
When is the last time you brushed up on your Florida driving statutes? Probably not recently. While most states have similar rules of the road, drivers should be aware of local laws. In Florida, we have a few that might slip through the cracks, even for long-time residents.
2019 statistics including automobile, bicycle and pedestiran injuries and fatalities for Nassau, Duval, Clay, St. Johns & Flagler Counties.
