East Lake Motorcycle Accident
Florida Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Helping Injured Clients in East Lake
Motorcycle accidents and injuries happen much too often in the East Lake, Florida area. When automobile drivers are distracted or behaving aggressively, a motorcyclist can pay the price. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), a total of 5,172 motorcyclists sustained deadly injuries in collisions in 2017, and nearly 90,000 motorcyclists sustained non-fatal injuries in collisions. Florida has a particularly high number of registered motorcycles, which means that it also has a higher rate of motorcycle crashes than many other states. Indeed, Florida has the second-highest number of registered motorcyclists in the country, accounting for nearly 7 percent of all registered motorcyclists in the country.
Given that East Lake is such a popular scenic area by the Gulf of Mexico, many motorcyclists visit the area on weekends and holidays in addition to residing in the region. If you or someone you love sustained injuries in a motorcycle accident, you should seek advice from a East Lake motorcycle injury lawyer as soon as you can. You may be eligible to seek financial compensation for your losses.
How Do I File a Motorcycle Accident Injury Claim in East Lake?
Every motorcycle injury case will have its own circumstances and set of facts, so it is important to discuss the specific procedure for your case with a motorcycle injury lawyer in East Lake. Generally speaking, however, the following are the steps most people will take in a motorcycle accident case:
- Obtain as much information as possible at the scene of the motorcycle collision, including witness information and photographs
- Get a medical evaluation in order to be treated and to have medical evidence to support your claim
- File an auto insurance claim to seek compensation through your personal injury protection (PIP) coverage
- File a motorcycle accident lawsuit if you cannot obtain full compensation through an insurance claim and have suffered a “serious injury”
Contact a Motorcycle Injury Attorney in East Lake
Do you have questions about filing a motorcycle accident claim or seeking compensation after a loved one suffered debilitating injuries in a motorcycle collision? One of the experienced East Lake motorcycle injury lawyers at our firm can speak with you about your case and your options for moving forward with a claim.
Call us at (727) 788-6792 or submit a contact form for a free consultation.
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Why Should I Hire Kemp Law?
It is very easy to describe what Kemp Law Law Group does. Our mission statement says it all. We strive to “relentlessly pursue protecting our clients and improving our community through respect, communication and service.” Put more simply, we help people.
Everything we do is with that singular purpose in mind. If a client has been injured by someone else, we will do everything we can to make sure they get the best possible medical care at little or no expense to them. If a client is going through a divorce, we will vigorously work to help them get everything they need to put the pieces of their life back together and to make sure their rights are protected.
Our firm is unique; we are committed to our community and our clients with a level of legal expertise that is among the highest in the area. In fact, we were featured in Positively Tampa for our efforts.
Our attorneys are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a national group that provides a network for information exchange, local assistance and case referrals to top trial lawyers in America who have won large, complex cases. Fewer than 1% of attorneys nationwide earn this high distinction. We always provide legal representation in your best interests, maintaining open communication lines, and keeping you updated about your case every step of the way.
Regardless of where you live in the Tampa Bay region, including Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Hernando Counties, we look forward to helping you make the best of your situation. Many of our attorneys have been acclaimed as among the 1% of all attorneys in the country, and they’re right here in our area, ready to help you.
Common Questions About Motorcycle Accidents in East Lake, FL
- What Insurance Do I Need? You should at least have enough coverage so that there is $100,000 to cover if a singular person is injured, $300,00 to cover for all who are injured, and $50,000 to cover property damage.
- Do I Need Uninsured Motorist Coverage? Although required by law that every vehicle be at least minimally insured, there are still a surprising large number of uninsured drivers. Having Uninsured Motorist coverage will benefit you in the long run as you will be able to make a claim against your insurance company who will then take care of it in lieu of the uninsured at-fault driver.
- How Does “No-Fault” Insurance Work? This is also classified as Personal Injury Protection (PIP). The way it works is that the coverage is immediate, and it is not focused on who was at-fault. It allows for your medical bills to be taken care of right away. You may also be able to have lost wages partially covered.
Living in East Lake
East Lake is a small, quaint area that consists of several smaller communities. It is home to several restaurants and parks.
The area is popular with families due to its outstanding public education. East Lake also boasts top notch programs for youth recreation. This coupled with its 3.2% unemployment rate (lower than the national average) makes it a very attractive place to live.
The library stands out among other locations in East Lake as it houses a Florida Butterfly Garden.
East Lake Local Services & Emergency Contact Information
In an emergency, always call 911.
After a motor vehicle crash:
- Florida Highway Patrol – (727) 788-6792
- Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Dial 911; Administrative (727) 788-6792
- East Lake Car Accident Lawyer – (727) 788-6792
Fire Department
- East Lake Fire Emergency – Dial 911
- East Lake Fire Rescue – (727) 788-6792
Police/Sheriff Departments
- Florida Highway Patrol – (727) 788-6792
- Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Dial 911; Administrative (727) 788-6792
- East Lake Car Accident Lawyer – (727) 788-6792
Hospital
- Mease Countryside Hospital (727) 788-6792
FAQs
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How Do I Know Who Was At-Fault?
Fault is determined by the evidence collected during the investigation. We look to many things to determine fault in the case: we look to the police report, we look to witness statements, we look to the property damage to the vehicles, skid marks, layout of the cars, etc. Sometimes we even have to refer to accident re-constructionists to do a professional examination of the all the evidence to do a recommendation for us, but that does not happen in very many cases.
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Will I Recover Monetary Damages?
It depends on who was at fault for the accident. If you were at fault, your insurance company will pay for the damage to the vehicle. If you were not at fault, the at-fault driver’s or owner’s insurance policy will pay for the damage, and if they do not have enough coverage to cover the damage to your vehicle, your collision coverage (if purchased) would pay for the damage to your vehicle.
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What Documents Will I Need?
We like you to bring the driver’s exchange of information that the police officer gives you at the scene. We also like you bring any photographs of damage at the scene. Also bring your health insurance cards and your auto insurance cards or declarations page, so we can review the coverage available to you.
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What Should I Say To The Insurance Company?
The at-fault party’s insurance company could ask you to give them a recorded statement. You do not have to give them a recorded statement. However, if your own insurance company asks you for a recorded statement please seek advice from your attorney so that they can assist you in giving that statement. But yes you do have to comply and you do have to give your insurance company a recorded statement.
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Will I Have To Go To Court?
Actually, most cases, or a large percentage of the cases are resolved pre-suit, which means the cases never go to court. We work with the insurance companies before filing suit to try to find a fair resolution for the client, which save money on expenses, court costs and attorney’s fees.
