Have you or a loved one been involved in a Car Accident? Are you battling the insurance company?

When it comes to car crash fatalities, Florida is the third deadliest state in the nation. Each year, over 3,221 Floridians die in car accidents - a number trumped only by the much larger states of California and Texas. Perhaps more staggering is the number of automobile accidents that result in serious injuries: 212,149 in 2007, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. All in all, there are an average of 702 traffic accidents in Florida each day.

Why are the numbers so high? Researchers point to Florida's diverse make-up of business areas, residential areas, and rural areas - the hundreds of thousands of accidents are somewhat evenly spread between wrecks that occur on large highways and interstates such as I-95, I-4, I-75 and I-10 and crashes that occur on smaller two-lane state roads. In fact, according to Dateline NBC, the medium-sized highway US-19 is the deadliest highway in the country.

The Law Firm of Johnson & Gilbert takes every one of these car accidents seriously. Located in Ormond Beach, Florida, and serving the greater Central and North Florida area, we understand that even the most defensive, safe, and smart drivers can become involved in auto accidents due to the dangerous negligence of others. It is our mission to educate injured drivers on the particulars of their case and to assist them in understanding the legal aspects of the situation in plain language and giving down-to-earth advice.

Although there is nothing we can do to undo the terrible car accident that has altered your life, we can assist you in finding a fair, reasonable, and successful resolution to your case.

At Johnson & Gilbert, we understand that one of the most stressful aspects of being injured in a car accident is being rushed through the legal process without anyone stopping to inform you of exactly what is happening and why. Our attorneys and staff have two major concerns: making sure that you receive the compensation that you deserve and making sure that you are informed and a participating member of our team along the way.

Car accidents come in many forms and can cause a wide variety of injuries, including whiplash, broken bones, spine injuries, concussions, brain damage, amputation, paralysis, or even death. These injuries can be terribly life altering, both physically and financially.

Here are a few recent examples of car accidents in Florida:

• Rollover crash at International Speedway Boulevard and LPGA leave man seriously injured
• Drunk driver injures 3 in 1-95 collision in Volusia County
• St. Louis Cardinals Official George Kissell was seriously injured in a Pinellas Park car accident and later died of his multiple injuries.
• A Hernando County driver was killed on I-75 after his car malfunctioned and stopped on the road.
• Two children were seriously injured in a Volusia County hit-and-run car accident on a residential street.
• A five-car accident due to a reckless truck caused multiple injuries and major backups on I-95.
  

When reading about these accidents in the paper each day, we can only hope that each accident victim sought legal assistance and was aware of the legal repercussions of their car and truck accidents. We can only hope that they fought for the financial support they needed to pay their medical bills and return their lives to normalcy. If you have been in a car accident, let us help you to ensure that you have the information and support you need.

Call Us Today For A Free And Confidential Consultation

At Johnson & Gilbert, we have the specialized expertise to handle your car or truck accident case. We ensure that you fully understand the workings of your case and that, if warranted, it is pursued to the fullest extent of the law. We will do everything we can to maximize your recovery. Also, you do not have to pay us anything unless we make a recovery for you.

If you have been injured in a car accident in the state of Florida, call us today toll free at 1-(800) 556-8890 or fill out the form on this page for a free consultation. Even if you aren't sure whether you have a strong case or even need a lawyer, be sure you know your legal rights before you attempt to handle the physical and financial challenges that face you after a serious injury on your own.

The attorneys and staff at Johnson & Gilbert, P.A. are genuinely concerned for the well being of their clients. We frequently help with your continuing legal needs long after your case is resolved. If we are unable to assist you or a loved one, we will help you find another qualified and trustworthy attorney you can trust.

Johnson & Gilbert, PA, is located in Ormond Beach and serves the following Florida counties, cities, and towns:

In Volusia County: Daytona Beach, Port Orange, Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, Deland, Deltona, New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater, Oak Hill, Enterprise, Allandale, Daytona Beach Shores, DeBary, Deleon Springs, Deltona Lakes, Glenwood, Lake Helen, Ormond by the Sea, Pierson, Ponce Inlet, Wilbur by the Sea. In Flagler County: Palm Coast Flagler Beach, Bunnell, Marineland, Beverly Beach. In Putnam County: Palatka, Interlachen, Crescent City, East Palatka, Florahome, Pomona Park, San Mateo, Satsuma. In Seminole County: Sanford, Altamonte Springs, Longwood, Winter Springs, Casselberry, Forest City, Heathrow, Lake Mary, Lake Monroe, Oviedo. In Lake County: Astor, Fruitland Park, Grand Island, Groveland, Howey-in-the-Hills, Lady Lake, Lake Jem, Leesburg, Mascotte, Minneola, Monteverde, Mt. Dora, Mt. Plymouth, Paisley, Sorento, Tavares, The Villages, Umatilla, Yalaha. In Orange County: Orlando, Winter Park, Maitland, Altoona, Apopka, Bay Lake, Christmas, Eatonville, Edgewood, Goldenrod, Gotha, Lake Buena Vista, McCoy AFB, Oakland, Ocoee, Plymouth, Tangerine, Windermere, Winter Garden, Zellwood. In St Johns County: St. Augustine, Elkton, Hasting, Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Augustine Beach. In Brevard County: Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Satellite Beach, Melbourne, Mims, Cape Canaveral, Eau Gallie, Grant, Indian Harbour Beach, Indian River City, Kennedy Space Center, Melbourne Beach, Melbourne Village, Palm Bay, Patrick AFB, Rockledge, Scottsmoor, Sharpes, West Melbourne. In Osceola County: Kissimmee, St. Cloud, Celebration. In Polk County: Auburndale, Avon Park, Bartow, Davenport, Dundee, Eagle Lake, Eaton Park, Fedhaven, Frostproof, Ft. Meade, Haines City, Highland Park, Hillcrest Heights, Homeland, Indian Lakes Estate, Lake Alfred, Lake Hamilton, Lake Wales, Lakeland, Mulberry, Nichols, Nocatee, Polk City, Waverly, Winter Haven In Duval County: Jacksonville, Arlington, Atlantic Beach, Cecil Field, Ft. George, Harbor Oaks, Jacksonville Beach, Mandarin, Neptune Beach, South Jacksonville. In Marion County: Ocala, Anthony, Belleview, Candler, Citra, Dunnellon, Ft. McCoy, Lowell, McIntosh, Ocklawaha, Orange Lake, Orange Springs, Salt Springs, Silver Springs, Sparr, Summerfield, Weirsdale. In Alachua County: Gainesville, Alachua, Archer, Earleton, Hawthorne, High Springs, La Crosse, Melrose, Newberry, Waldo.

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Blog for Car Accidents

• Hours of Service
• The Risk of a Car Accident During Pregnancy - Should You Avoid Traveling?
• Second beach driving fatality in Volusia county for 2010
• Buckle up Daytona/Ormond beach drivers
• Daytona/Ormond Beach bicyclist must obey traffic devices
• Florida motor vehicles fatalities in 2009 at record low
• Texting – Most Alarming Distraction
• Driving While Using an Electronic Device is Dangerous
• Two of the nations deadliest highways intersect in Daytona Beach
• All the more reason for drivers in Daytona Beach to obtain good car insurance
• Another Reason to Buckle Up in Florida
• Daytona Beach Car Accident Leaves Six Hurt
• Florida Lexus Accidents May Have Been Averted
• Volusia County/"Phantom Vehicles" and resulting personal injuries
• It is unwise to play "chicken" with a tractor-trailor
• Autos, motorcycles and semi-trucks must share Florida's busy highways
• Negotiating a Florida Car Accident Claim Can Be Challenging
• Drivers are Distracted on Florida Roads
• Florida bicyclists are bound by the same traffic laws as other vehicles
• Did You Know You Could Develop PTSD from a Car Accident?

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Library for Car Accidents:

• Vehicle Accidents are a Leading Cause of Brain Injuries   
  Description: Traumatic brain injuries are a serious public health problem. Vehicle Accidents are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries. About 52,000 people die from traumatic brain injury each year in America. Such injuries are caused by a jolt or blow to the head. Sometimes it is a penetrating wound. The injury can vary from mild to severe.
• Motor Carriers Hours of Service   
  Description: The Federal government regulates hours of service for trucks and buses involved in interstate commerce. The goal is to avoid driver fatigue and the accidents than can result. Drivers are required to keep logs or use on-board recorders. Department of Transportation officers enforce these rules.
• Travel and Driving During Pregnancy   
  Description: Driving while pregnant can be safe, if uncomfortable. If your pregnancy is normal, it should be safe to travel. Avoid travel during your third trimester. Your partner's travel plans should also be considered while you are pregnant.
• Learn Safe Driving in Wet Weather   
  Description: Learn safe driving in wet weather conditions. Be prepared to drive. Prepare yourself and your vehicle for adverse conditions. Get enough rest, share the driving, clean your car, and practice driving in bad conditions.
• The Problem of Drinking and Driving in Florida   
  Description: Drinking and driving is a problem. There are 16,000 alcohol-related deaths each year on America's road and highways. It is never a good idea to drink and drive. Groups like the AAA and MADD are working to prevent drinking and driving
• Florida bicyclist have the same rights as other vehicle operators, but are also bound by the same laws   
  Description: Under Florida law, bicyclist have the same rights as operators of other vehicles. They must also follow the same traffic laws
• Daytona/Ormond Beach drivers should have both Collision and Comprehensive insurance coverage.   
  Description: Drivers in the Daytona Beach area need to know the difference between Collision and Comprehensive insurance.
• The Use of Electronic Devices While Driving is Dangerous   
  Description: The use of an electronic device while driving is dangerous. Texting is the worst of these distractions. Nearly 6000 people die each year in accidents caused by distracted driving. The three main types of distractions are visual, manual, and cognitive.
• The Dangers of Texting While Driving   
  Description: Texting while driving is dangerous. It is the equivalent of a blood -alcohol content of 0.08 percent. It affects cognition and judgment. The use of electronic devices is exploding especially among the young. Deaths caused by texting while driving are increasing.
• Crash Prevention Technology & Large Trucks   
  Description: Crash prevention technology could prevent or mitigate as many as one out of three fatal crashes and one out of five serious or moderate injury crashes. These four technologies are forward collision warning/mitigation, lane departure warning/prevention, side view assist, and adaptive headlights. Large trucks as well as passenger vehicles can benefit from these technologies, saving lives and preventing injuries.
• Daytona Beach's "car friendly" beaches pose risk to sunbathers   
  Description: Daytona Beach is one of the few places in the United States that allows cars to drive on the beach. However, cars and sunbathers do not always mix
• Traumatic Brain Injury Can Result From A Major Florida Auto Accident   
  Description: If you are looking for more information on traumatic brain injuries as a result of blunt force trauma received in a Florida car accident then this article will enlighten you to the dangers involved. Contact an experienced Daytona Beach car accident attorney at our office for answers to your legal questions.
• What You Need to Know About Florida’s “Seat Belt Defense”   
  Description: Read this article if you have been in a car accident in Florida that involved a failure to use a seatbelt. There are certain protections and recourses that you may be afforded under Florida law.
• Don't Become a Victim of a Florida Drunk Driving Accident   
  Description: Read this if you are looking for information on how to avoid a Florida drunk driving accident. If you have been involved in an alcohol-related accident in Florida then contact the Law Offices of Johnson and Gilbert at 1-800-556-8890 for information on your rights.
• Florida Road Rage Accidents Are Dangerous   
  Description: Read this article to learn techniques on how to recognize and avoid road rage in your daily life. If you are the victim of a road rage accident it is best to speak with a qualified Daytona Beach car accident attorney in order to fully understand your rights.
• By following a few safety tips when operating a vehicle around semi-trucks, you can avoid accidents and keep yourself and the truck drivers safe   
  Description: When sharing the road with large semi-trucks, it is not necessary to fear them, but it is necessary to respect them
• Distracted Driving Can Be As Dangerous As Drunk Driving, According to Statistics   
  Description: Startling statistics have been released regarding distracted driving. Read this article to learn more and contact a Daytona Beach car accident attorney at the law firm of Johnson & Gilbert at (386) 673-4412 or (800) 556-8890, if you have been seriously injured in a Florida car accident.
• Insuring a teenage driver can be expensive   
  Description: Insuring a teenage driver in Florida can be expensive. However, by following a few steps, you may be able to reduce the insurance premiums on your teen driver.
• You Have Options When Negotiating a Florida Car Accident Claim   
  Description: Are you trying to negotiate a settlement for your Florida car accident claim? Is the insurance adjuster being difficult and offering you an unreasonable settlement amount? If so, you need to read this article and contact a Daytona Beach car accident attorney at (386) 673-4412 or (800) 556-8890 for legal advice.
• What’s Distracting Drivers in Florida?   
  Description: Driver distractions pose a serious threat to people on the road. Read this article to find out what is distracting drivers. If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident in Volusia County, Flagler County, Putnam County, Seminole County, Lake County, Orange County, St. Johns County, Brevard County, Osceola County, Polk County, Duval County, Marion County or Alachua County, contact an Ormond Beach accident lawyer at the law firm of Johnson & Gilbert, PA at (386) 673-4412 or (800) 556-8890.

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Frequent Questions for Car Accidents:

• What does Comprehensive Auto insurance cover?
• Is it illegal in Florida to text while driving?
• How long will it take to resolve my personal injury case?
• How much is my personal injury case worth?
• What do you mean when you say  "file suit"?
  
• How much does it cost to have an attorney?
• Do I need a lawyer?
• If I have "full coverage" does that include all the insurance I need?
• What is "Bodily Injury" and "Uninsured/Underinsured" coverage?
• Who pays for my medical bills?

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