Auto Accidents
If you have been injured in any type of motor vehicle crash,
contact us at the Law Offices of
Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. for
assistance. When you call our law firm you can expect to
talk to an experienced attorney, not a paralegal. And if you
cannot come to our office due to your personal injury, we are willing to travel to meet with you at a location
and time that is most convenient to you.
Accidents can change people's lives in a split second and
have devastating consequences. That is why at the Law
Offices of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. we are intent on fighting for compensation you are
entitled to for medical bills, pain and suffering, and lost
wages. No personal injury case is too small or insignificant.
Our office can also help you receive full
value for your vehicle property damage claim with your
insurance company. When a new vehicle has been damaged, we
can file a cause of action called diminution of value, since
the vehicle's value is less because it has been in an
accident. We can help determine the definition of fair
value, and we can act on your behalf with the insurance
company to ensure that your car is repaired with new parts
from the manufacturer, rather than used parts or parts made
by someone other than the manufacturer.
If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, have
a dispute on your insurance claim, contact our office immediately for a review of the facts of your
case. What You Should Know
Following serious auto accidents, victims can expect
vehicle property damage to be the least of their problems.
Serious bodily injury can be sustained not only from the
initial contact with the other vehicle, but from the
secondary impact within your own vehicle. And despite the
fact that vehicles are designed with new and improved safety
features, auto accidents remain the leading cause of death
among young adults.
Our firm is well aware that injuries associated with auto
accidents can wreak havoc on the lives of victims and also
the lives of their family members. For this reason, at the Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec,
P.A. we
are committed to offering the kind of invaluable legal
assistance and guidance that puts families on the path to
recovery. Our law firm can help you and your
family receive financial compensation for:
- Property damage
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Medical Expenses
- Disfigurement and traumatic brain injury
- Funeral costs (following the death of a loved one)
- Emotional trauma
- and more
If you would like to speak to us, contact
the Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A.
What to Do if You Are Involved in an Auto Accident
The first moments following an auto accident can be
extremely hectic and confusing. If you are involved in a
collision, the Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. advise you to take
the following steps immediately to ensure that your legal
rights are protected:
- Dial 911 – In Florida, a police report must be
completed after all auto accidents involving property
damage exceeding $500, injury, or death. Call 911 to
report the accident and make sure to advise the 911
operator of any injuries.
- If possible, move your vehicle to the side of the
road and turn off your ignition (and the ignition of
other cars involved in the accident). Stand apart from
the vehicle while calling for help to avoid injury in
case the car is hit again. If parties are injured, do
not attempt to move them unless they are in immediate
danger.
- Our car accident attorneys always recommend that you
avoid admitting fault or discussing fault with other
parties involved in the collision. It is best to avoid
confrontation and cooperate fully with the police.
- Exchange information with all parties involved in
the collision (again, avoid discussions of fault). Make
sure to write down registration numbers, drivers license
info, and insurance info.
- Check for witnesses to the auto accident – if there
are witnesses obtain their contact information
(including work and home phone numbers).
If you are experiencing any pain, seek medical attention
immediately (even if you feel the injury is minor).
- Make sure to photograph your vehicle (before repairs
are completed) and injuries sustained from the crash. If
you have a cell phone camera available you may want to
photograph the crash scene and vehicles involved in the
collision.
Above all, protect your rights. You are not required to
give any statements to the other party's insurance company.
While you should cooperate with your own insurance company,
you may want to consider consulting the Law Offices of
Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. before giving a statement.
How will a Car Accident Attorney Help?
Anyone who has been involved in a minor auto accident
knows that you can sometimes resolve these types of claims
without the assistance of an attorney; however, when serious
injury or property damage is involved, victims of auto
accidents can benefit greatly from the assistance of the Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A.
The reality is that car accident claims are anything but
simple to resolve. The Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. understand
the rules of the road, and we employ experts who are capable
of reconstructing accident scenes to discover the true
causes of collisions. We are familiar with the tactics
insurance companies use to avoid paying out claims, and we
fight aggressively for victims to ensure they receive the
compensation they deserve. If you have been involved in an
auto accident, having the Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. representing your interests can be the difference
between receiving a small settlement or the substantial sum
you deserve.
Please
contact us today for a FREE review
of your personal injury case.
For a motorcyclist, even a minor act of carelessness by
another driver can lead to severe personal injury or
wrongful death. Not using a turn signal may seem like a
small error, but when the driver of a truck makes that error
and then causes a motorcycle accident, it can lead to
traumatic brain injury or brain damage for the victim.
Motorcycle riders have every right to use the roads of North
Florida, and other drivers must observe that right by
following the proper safety precautions. If they fail to do
so and it leads to an injury, you have the right to pursue
compensation. The Law Offices of Christopher
W. Adamec, P.A. can help.
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a bike crash caused
by the negligence of another driver, we can help. We want to show you
how our experience can help.
From broken legs to broken collar bones, road rash, head
injuries, and beyond, these accidents can lead to wrongful
death or severe long-term injuries. When you choose us to
represent you, our office will seek to get you the full
compensation you are due. We will work hard to get you
compensation for pain and suffering, loss of wages, future
medical care, current medical bills, and other costs.
Whether you were attending a cycle event, or you were just
out for a leisurely ride on a nice Florida afternoon, or you
were traveling on your bike for any other reason, our
office can help. We are committed to providing personal
service. To us, that means getting to know you and getting
to know your situation. Your case will be handled personally
by a dedicated lawyer, who will know you by name.
We will be here when you need us.
Please
contact us today for a FREE review
of your personal injury case.
The injuries caused by a trucking accident are often severe.
They can change lives. They can end lives. If you have been
seriously injured or you have lost a loved one in a truck
wreck, the Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. is on your side.
We are available to handle all personal injury and wrongful
death cases related to trucking accidents. Whether a pickup
truck crash was the result of a big rig tire blowout, an 18
wheeler driving recklessly, or any other reason, we can
help.
Our office understands how to handle trucking accident
cases. We know the specific regulations that apply to
drivers of commercial vehicles, including those related to
where they can be driving, how many hours they can be
driving, and how they maintain their log books. We know how
to investigate these matters by reviewing log books,
checking black box information, and turning to experts to
assist in making certain that all of the facts are
available.
When we work with experts on truck crash cases, we truly
work with the experts. We believe in taking a hands-on
approach to these cases. Our office will be there to gather
information, take photos and preserve evidence, and assist
in accident reconstruction. Your case will be handled by us
every step of the way. We will work hard to design a legal
strategy that is dedicated to getting you the results you
need to move forward with your life.
Please
contact us today for a FREE review
of your personal injury case.
Slip and Falls
Owners of any type of property, from apartment buildings to
grocery stores and everything in between, have the
reasonable expectation to keep their place safe for those
who reside in or visit it. When that expectation is not met,
it can lead to serious personal injury or wrongful death. If
you or a loved one has been hurt in a slip and fall, trip
and fall, stair falling accident, or other accident caused
by the negligence of a property owner, an experienced
attorney can help.
The Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec,
P.A. is an old-fashioned law firm that is prepared to stand
beside you every step of the way. From helping you find
medical attention to fighting for compensation to cover your
pain and suffering, lost wages, and hospital bills, we will
be there for you.
The most common form of premises liability case involves a
slip and fall. These may involve spilled food in a grocery
store, a puddle from a ceiling leak in a restaurant, boxes
left in the aisle of a department store, or a wide variety
of other matters in which the obstruction was not properly
cleaned up or warned about. Such accidents can lead to
serious lower back injury or other harm.
Another type of accident involves staircases. On most
staircases, a handrail should be provided. The handrail will
be easy to grip and not just a board nailed onto a wall.
Additionally, the steps should be properly constructed, with
no steps missing, and the stairway should be safe to use. In
many apartment buildings, schools, or other places where
people live, work, or visit, we see that these safety
precautions are not followed, which can lead to a severe
long-term injury or wrongful death.
Please
contact us today for a FREE review
of your personal injury case.
Medical negligence and malpractice can have terrible effects
on victims and their families. If you or a loved one has
been injured from what you believe is a mistake or error on
a doctor’s part, then you may have a medical malpractice or
negligence claim.
Medical negligence or malpractice occurs when a medical
professional injures or makes you ill because they failed to
provide you with the care expected of a reasonably competent
medical professional with similar experience or training.
Medical malpractice and negligence come in many different
forms. Some of the most common medical negligence claims
are:
- Surgical Errors
- Anesthesia Complications
- Prescription Errors
- Birth Injury
- Hypoxia
- Failure to Diagnose
- Wrong Diagnosis
There is a limited amount of time that you have to file your
medical negligence claim and there are many different
parties that may be responsible for you or your loved one’s
injury or illness. Medical negligence claims can be filed
against:
- Doctors and their Professional Associations
- Dentists and their Professional Associations
- Nurses
- Anesthesiologists
- Hospitals
- Urgent Care Centers
- Government Facilities
Please
contact us today for a FREE review
of your personal injury case.
A defective product or one with bad product design can cause
serious injury or wrongful death. If you or a loved one has
been hurt by a product, you have options. We can show you
what they are.
Manufacturers of products are expected to make certain that
the goods they sell will be safe for those who use them.
When they fail to meet that expectation, it can lead to
severe long-term injuries or wrongful death. You have the
right to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages,
pain and suffering, and other costs. The Law Offices of
Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. can help.
We are available to represent you in any product liability
case, including those related to:
- Unsafe Toys (bicycle defects, sporting good
defects)
- Dangerous Drugs and Defective Drugs
(prescription drug defects)
- Defective Car Parts (defective tires,
defective airbags, defective safety belts)
- Lawn and Garden Equipment Defects (defective
lawnmowers)
- Industrial and Construction Equipment
Defects (defective manufacturing equipment,
defective cranes, defective scaffolding)
We are legal counselors. To us, that means we are here to
work with you. We want to stand by your side and educate you
about your case and your options. You will work closely with
your attorney. At our law firm, we do not treat people like
files; we treat them like people. We will get to know you
and your case; we will know your name.
Please
contact us today for a FREE review
of your personal injury case.
The death of a family member or loved one is always a
challenging situation. The challenge can be made more
difficult when it was the result of a deadly accident caused
by the negligence of another person or a company. If you
have lost a loved one due to a wrongful death situation, the
Law Offices of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A.
are here to help.
Whether your loved one was a driver killed in a fatal car
accident, or a drowning victim in a boating accident, the
law firm of Christopher W. Adamec, P.A. can
help. We are a law firm that believes in treating our
clients like people, not files. When you choose us to
represent you, we will get to know your situation. We know
you by name.
We are available to assist in all types of wrongful death
cases, including those caused by:
- Car Accidents
- Trucking Accidents
- Boat Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Product Defects
- Slip, Trip and Falls
- Negligent Security
- Dog Bites
- Premises Liability
- Industrial Accidents
- Construction Accidents
As your legal representatives, we will handle your case
personally. We take a hands-on approach to our cases. You will
know your attorney and your attorney will know you. Most
wrongful death cases involve a certain amount of
investigation. We are not content to enlist experts and
investigators to do the work for us. We will be by their
side, learning about the facts and how to present them. When
it comes down to it, an expert will testify, but it is your
attorney who needs to make certain that a jury understands
the importance of the information. We will know your case
and how to present it.
Please
contact us today for a FREE review
of your personal injury case.
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The term "personal injury" refers to a broad range of
cases involving everything from premises liability to auto
accidents. Personal injury law generally covers any
situation where a victim is hurt due to the negligent or
wrongful acts (or inaction) of another party. Personal
injuries may include all types of physical, emotional, or
financial hardships suffered through the fault of another
person or group.