Insurance

If you were previously in a car accident and you now have to file auto accident claims Florida there is a process that you must follow. However the most fundamental process is that which involves placing a claim on medical expenses for illness or injury that has happened as a result of the car accident. Undoubtedly this can be a very strenuous and rough ordeal to undergo as many people and insurance companies don't honor most claims over a specific amount. Filing a claim for a car accident which involves the inclusion of medical expenses can take months and even years if you have no legal assistance in the matter. Some insurance companies will gladly pay initial medical bills but force you to sign that they have fulfilled their obligation.

Step one in the process is to contact the insurance company and ensure that they are cognizant of the accident. It is important to note that if you don't file auto accident claims Tampa or report the accident early it can have a negative impact of existing or future claims.Try and create your own transcript of conversations with the other parties at the scene of the accident. This means the other driver or drivers, the EMS if they are called on the scene, the police or troopers first to arrive on the scene as well.

Once that's done be sure to get a copy of the police report, the EMS report and doctors report when or if you were taken to the hospital. Always be upfront with your insurance company but before you file any auto accident claims Florida see your personal injury attorney. Any form of fraud in the matter can have your claim or pending case thrown out and not honored. Your lawyer will advise you on how to fill out your claim form and will normally send in a cover letter with same indicating that they are handling the matter on your behalf. You should always do research when dealing with personal injury matters.