When Should I Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer?

Understanding the Critical Timing After an Accident

If you’ve been hurt in an accident, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is when to contact a personal injury lawyer. The answer is simple: as soon as possible.

Whether you were injured in a car crash, slip and fall, dog bite, or any other incident caused by someone else’s negligence, speaking with one of our personal injury attorneys early can protect your health, rights, and financial future.

Top Reasons to Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer After Your Accident

1. Evidence Disappears Quickly

Accident scenes change fast. Skid marks fade, hazards get cleaned up, and video footage may be erased.

Our personal injury attorneys can quickly preserve critical evidence like:

  • Surveillance video
  • Witness statements
  • Medical records
  • Police or incident reports

2. Insurance Companies Start Working Against You Right Away

The at-fault party’s insurance company will begin their investigation within hours. Their goal? To minimize or deny your claim.

They may:

  • Call you for a recorded statement (don’t give one)
  • Offer a lowball settlement
  • Use your own words or medical records against you

An experienced personal injury lawyer knows how to handle insurers and protect your claim from the start.

3. You May Not Know the Full Value of Your Case

Without legal guidance, it’s easy to underestimate how much your case is worth.

An attorney will factor in:

  • Medical bills (present and future)
  • Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Permanent injuries or disfigurement
  • Emotional distress

Accepting a settlement too soon could leave you undercompensated for long-term consequences.

4. Florida’s Statute of Limitations Is Now Two Years

As of recent changes to Florida law, most personal injury cases must be filed within two years of the injury. Miss this deadline, and you lose your right to sue—even if your injuries are severe.

Time passes quickly when you’re recovering. Contacting a lawyer early ensures you don’t miss any legal deadlines.

5. Medical Bills Can Pile Up Fast

After an accident, you may face:

  • Emergency room charges
  • Surgery
  • Follow-up care and therapy
  • Out-of-pocket expenses not covered by insurance

A lawyer can help you negotiate medical bills, coordinate with health insurers, and pursue compensation so you’re not stuck with the costs.

6. You’re Being Blamed for the Accident

In states like Florida that follow modified comparative negligence, your recovery may be reduced if you’re found more than 50% at fault.

If the other party or their insurer is blaming you, you need a lawyer to:

  • Gather evidence to challenge their claims
  • Work with accident reconstruction experts
  • Protect your right to full compensation

Act Now to Protect Your Case

Waiting too long to speak with a personal injury attorney can permanently damage your ability to receive compensation. Every day you wait, the evidence gets colder, and the defense strengthens.

By contacting us immediately after your accident, you:

  • Strengthen your case
  • Gain control over the legal process
  • Avoid costly mistakes
  • Receive the medical support you need
  • Improve your chances of a full and fair financial recovery

Free Consultation, No Upfront Fees

We believe every injury victim deserves access to justice. That’s why our firm offers free consultations and works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win.

We handle everything:

  • Insurance negotiations
  • Claim preparation and filing
  • Medical record reviews
  • Settlement demands
  • Litigation and trial, if necessary