After a Tampa Car Accident

Auto Accident Lawyer inTampa, FL

What should you do after a car accident in the Tampa area? There are steps you can take that will act to preserve your legal right to financial recovery from the driver or other party responsible for causing the accident.

• Stay at the scene - by law, you are required to stay at the scene of a car accident that you are involved in, regardless of whether you are responsible for causing the accident. You are required to exchange driver, insurance and contact information with the other parties involved.
• Report the accident to law enforcement - call 911 to report the accident, particularly if anyone was injured.
• Render aid to anyone in need - don't move anyone that has been injured, unless the vehicle is on fire. If possible, help anyone you can by calling for an ambulance or offering assistance.
• Gather information at the scene - if you are able, take pictures of the scene, damage to your car, your injuries or anything else you think is important. Take notes as well, and get the contact information of any witnesses present.
• Call your insurance company - contact your auto insurance company to report the accident. This will start the claims process.
• Call a Tampa car accident lawyer - as soon as possible, call a lawyer who can offer you advice and guidance regarding your car accident insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit. You may be able to recover financial damages for your injuries, and a lawyer can help you with this.

Your initial consultation with an attorney at Smith & Stallworth is free. We offer our legal services at no cost unless we recover a settlement or jury award on your behalf.

To get started in receiving the help you need, contact a Tampa car accident attorney at our law offices today.