Tampa Car Accident Attorneys
Tampa Car Accident
The picture is improving for traffic accidents in Florida. The federal government reports there was a 14% decline in fatalities on Florida roadways between 2008 (2,893) and 2009 (2,563). Alcohol played a role in 1,004 of the fatalities reported in the state in 2009.
We don’t really know what role distracted driving plays in Tampa auto accidents. Nationwide, distracted driving killed nearly 5,500 people in 2009 and injured about 448,000. Virginia Tech’s Transportation Institute estimates that dialing a cell phone made the risk of crash or near-crash event 2.8 times as high as non-distracted driving. Talking or listening to a cell phone made the risk of crash or near-crash event 1.3 times as high as non-distracted driving. Even reaching for an object made the risk of a crash or near-crash event 1.4 times as high as non-distracted driving.
Whatever the cause of your Tampa auto accident, have you thought about who will pay for the house, the food, and the daily living expenses if you are in a devastating auto accident and unable to work? One wreck can financially devastate an entire family and if the injuries are long-term, compensation from the at-fault party becomes that much more important.
The Tampa car wreck attorneys at Farah & Farah can provide an immediate, free, and confidential consultation if you or a loved one have been injured in an auto accident. Farah & Farah attorneys are Better Business Bureau accredited (A+ rating) and members of the Florida Justice Association and the American Association of Justice. Connect today with the team through www.farahandfarah.com or 800-533-3555.
Tampa Accident Statistics 2008-2009
- Tampa had 6,788 traffic crashes in 2009 and among them, 480 were alcohol-related.
- Hillsborough County had 47 pedestrian fatalities in 2009 and 32 in 2009.
- In Florida in 2009, there were 235,778 traffic crashes, down 3% from the previous year.
- There were 646 crashes per day in the state.
- In Florida in 2009 there were 1,004 alcohol-related fatalities and 8,994 alcohol-related injury crashes.
- In our state in 2009, there were 80 teen drivers killed, along with 73 teen passengers, and 8,653 teen passengers were injured. There were 29,485 crashes involving teen drivers. Fatalities of teen drivers and passengers declined in Florida between 2008 and 2009 by 20.7% from 193 to 153.
How Farah & Farah Can Help with your Tampa Auto Accident
Over the years we’ve had clients come through our door who thought their auto accident may have been partially their fault. They may even have received a ticket. Farah & Farah’s Tampa traffic accident attorneys were still able to make a recovery on their behalf even if they were partially at fault.
After we prove liability in your auto accident case, the harms and losses you sustained must be addressed such as medical expenses now and in the future, your lost wages both now and your future earning capacity. A devastating Tampa auto accident may mean you can return to work but in a limited capacity. We also must take into consideration the loss of the quality of your life which we refer to as "human damages." Can you enjoy life? Do you have mental anguish? Are you experiencing pain? All of these elements must be considered in obtaining full compensation for your injuries.
At Farah & Farah we partner with you in your Tampa auto accident case so you are fully taken care of, we advance the costs so you don’t have to worry. We wouldn’t do that if we didn’t feel you have a strong case and we will work to advocate for you. Visit our web site and call us at 1-800-533-3555 so we can get started.