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Is That Really True? Personal Injury Myths

If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve compensation – it’s that simple. Unfortunately, some injury victims don’t receive the compensation they are eligible for because of myths surrounding the personal injury process. Don’t let that be you! Let’s debunk some of the myths about personal injury law.

Myth: I can’t file a personal injury claim for a car crash if I was partially at fault.

Reality: In Florida, you can win a personal injury claim if you are less than 50% at fault. Depending on the severity of your injuries, anticipated medical costs, and lost wages, it may make sense to pursue a personal injury claim even if the total awarded compensation will be reduced. Your best bet is to meet with a personal injury attorney to evaluate your case and determine if it should proceed.

Myth: I really trust my insurance company. I know they will pay me what I need for my injuries.

Reality: Insurance company representatives are trained to act in a friendly, caring manner to positively portray the company. However, insurance is a business, and like any other business, they will not readily pay out the full amount of a high-value claim. You need a professional on your side who knows the law and will aggressively pursue your claim to ensure that the insurance company pays you what you are owed.

Myth: I fell in a big box store and injured myself. It’s my own fault that I didn’t watch where I was walking.

Reality: Let a personal injury lawyer decide that. It’s possible that the store did not fulfill their duty of care toward you, in which case the store would be at least partially to blame for your injury and you may have a viable claim.

Myth: Personal injury cases take years to resolve.

Reality: If the insurance company refuses to negotiate and leaves us with no option but to file a lawsuit, then this could happen, however, this rarely occurs. A more typical outcome is that the insurance company and your personal injury attorney will negotiate a settlement; situations such as this can typically can be resolved in months, not years.

Myth: I can’t afford an attorney to represent me.

Reality: Most personal injury attorneys, like ECanter Lawyers, work on contingency. This means that if we win your case, we will take a percentage of the funds you receive to cover our fees. If we don’t win your case, you don’t pay any legal fees. 

Contact ECanter lawyers today for a free case consultation. We will advise of your legal options to recoup your costs for medical expenses, lost wages, future wages, as well as pain and suffering. We have helped thousands of clients secure the funding that they deserve – let us do the same for you.

ECanter Lawyers

When you are dealing with the chaos and pain of accidents and personal injuries, the last thing you need is technical, confusing legal language.  ECanter Lawyers breaks down the complexities and provides clear, informative answers so that you understand your legal options. 

For a quarter of a century, ECanter Lawyers has remained committed to honest, straightforward answers.  Named one of AVVO’s Clients’ Choice, ECanter Lawyers has helped clients receive multi-million-dollar verdicts, and millions of dollars in settlements.  ECanter Lawyers specializes in personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, premises and product liability, and healthcare law.

With offices conveniently located throughout South Florida and 24/7 services, ECanter Lawyers personal injury law firm offers you the personalized attention that you need in order to maximize your compensation. 

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