Tarpon Springs Car Accident Lawyer
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Types of Car Accident Cases We Handle
Car crashes occur throughout Tarpon Springs for countless reasons, each requiring specific legal expertise to establish liability and recover damages. Our personal injury lawyers represent clients injured in:
- Rear-End Collisions
- Intersection Accidents
- Head-On Collisions
- Side-Impact Crashes
- Hit-and-Run Collisions
- Multi-Vehicle Accidents
- Rideshare Accidents
- Commercial Vehicle Accidents
- Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims
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Common Car Accident Injuries
Auto accidents generate forces that human bodies cannot withstand without injury. The severity of your physical pain doesn't always correlate with visible vehicle damage - low-speed collisions frequently cause significant injuries that worsen without proper medical treatment. Our personal injury attorneys represent clients suffering from:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Whiplash and Neck Injuries
- Back Injuries
- Broken Bones
- Internal Injuries
- Psychological Trauma
- Wrongful Death
What to Do After a Car Accident in Tarpon Springs
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Immediate Steps to Take
Move to safety and call 911. Police and medical reports are key evidence.
Capture damage, road conditions, and injuries at the scene.
See a doctor right away - some injuries aren’t immediately visible.
Report the crash but avoid detailed comments.
Keep records, bills, and proof of lost wages; delay car repairs.
Contact an attorney before speaking with insurance adjusters.
High-Risk Areas in Tarpon Springs
Certain intersections and roads see disproportionately high accident rates:
This major north-south corridor experiences frequent rear-end collisions, side-impact crashes, and pedestrian accidents. Heavy commercial traffic combined with multiple traffic signals creates constant collision risks.
Intersection accidents occur regularly where side streets meet this main thoroughfare. Drivers failing to yield right-of-way cause T-bone collisions that result in serious injuries.
This parallel route handles significant traffic volume with businesses on both sides creating frequent turning movements. Left-turn collisions and parking lot accidents are common.
Connects residential areas to commercial districts, seeing morning and evening rush hour congestion that leads to rear-end accidents and distracted driving collisions.
Car Accident Laws in Florida
Florida state law establishes specific rules governing car accidents, personal injury claims, and compensation recovery. Understanding these laws helps accident victims appreciate why experienced personal injury attorneys provide such value:
Compensation Available in Car Accident Cases
Personal injury claims aim to restore victims financially and emotionally after a crash. Compensation may include:
- Medical Expenses: Coverage for all accident-related treatment—hospital care, surgery, therapy, medications, and future medical needs.
- Lost Wages: Payment for missed income and reduced earning capacity due to lasting injuries.
- Property Damage: Repair or replacement of your vehicle, based on fair market value.
- Pain & Suffering: Compensation for ongoing physical pain and reduced quality of life.
- Emotional Distress: Recovery for anxiety, depression, or trauma caused by the accident.
- Loss of Consortium: Compensation for harm to family relationships.
- Punitive Damages: Additional awards for reckless or intentional misconduct, such as drunk driving.
The value of personal injury cases varies dramatically based on injury severity, treatment duration, lost income, and how injuries impact daily life. Minor soft tissue injuries might settle for a few thousand dollars, while catastrophic cases involving spinal cord injury or traumatic brain injury can exceed millions. Insurance companies make initial settlement offers that rarely reflect true case value.
Why Insurance Companies Don’t Work for You
Insurance adjusters aim to protect company profits, not your recovery. Common tactics include:
- Low Early Offers: Quick settlements that undervalue your claim.
- Recorded Statements: Questions designed to make you admit fault.
- Disputing Medical Care: Arguing that treatment was excessive or unrelated.
- Denying Liability: Shifting blame using Florida’s comparative negligence laws.
- “Policy Limit” Excuses: Hiding additional coverage options.
- Delaying Claims: Creating financial pressure to settle for less.
Our Tarpon Springs car accident lawyers know these strategies and counter them with evidence, expert testimony, and aggressive negotiation to protect your rights.
Meet Angela & Lauren:
Your Legal Team, from Start to Finish
"Insurance companies have teams of lawyers. You deserve an attorney who knows your name and fights just as hard for you."Angela Zervos
With 20+ years of undefeated litigation experience, Angela delivers aggressive advocacy and genuine care for every client.
"Our clients aren't case numbers. They're our neighbors who need someone who genuinely cares about their recovery."Lauren Calta
With 30 years of courtroom experience, Lauren blends fierce representation with compassion and clear communication.
Why Choose Zervos & Calta PLLC
60 Years of Combined Experience
Decades of success handling Florida personal injury cases and Pinellas County courts.
Direct Attorney Access
Work directly with Angela Zervos or Lauren Calta—no middlemen, no delays.
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No Fees Unless We Win
You pay nothing upfront; we only get paid if you recover compensation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Car Accident Claims
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee, meaning we only get paid if we win your case, typically a percentage of your settlement or verdict. If we don't win, you owe us nothing. This way, you can pursue fair compensation without financial risk.
Yes. Studies show victims with attorneys recover more compensation than those who go it alone. Insurance companies often offer lowball settlements or deny claims. An experienced attorney ensures your case is fully investigated, maximizing your recovery for all damages.
Most cases settle before trial, which is still considered a win if it provides fair compensation. Success in court depends on the evidence and proving the other driver’s negligence. With over 20 years of an undefeated trial record, our firm is prepared to fight for you.
Simple cases may settle in 3-6 months. Complex cases, especially those with severe injuries or disputes, can take 1-2 years or more. We ensure thorough investigation and don’t rush settlements to avoid leaving money on the table.
You should seek medical attention sooner, rather than later. If you don’t seek care or treatment within the first fourteen (14) days following your accident, you could lose valuable medical insurance coverage.
The fact that you have sustained prior injuries does not mean that you do not have a valid claim for injuries from your most recent accident. Florida law allows for compensation for aggravation of a preexisting condition.
You should consult with an attorney on this issue, who can help determine who is/may be at fault, based on Florida’s laws. You should also not speak with any insurance adjusters until you have retained, or at least, consulted with an attorney.