In a no-fault state, your very first step should be to talk to your own insurance company, where you hopefully have personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. 

They will cover your medical expenses up to the amount for which you are insured. The minimum required is $10,000.

However, don't stop there. 

You should also speak to a lawyer right away. 

Unless your injuries are very minor, you need legal advice on how to proceed beyond talking to your own insurance. 

If you're concerned about legal expenses, don't be. 

If you have serious injuries and were not at fault, chances are that a lawyer will represent you on a contingency basis. 

This means you don't have to pay them until they win your case. 

And at that point, they will get their fee as a percentage of the judgment. 

Why do you need a lawyer, you may ask? 

Lawyers have inside information and know how cases like yours are handled in the state of Florida. 

They know what to look out for and how to protect your interests, providing you with the most effective representation in court.

There is another reason why you should have a lawyer and communicate with him or her regularly. 

When you're suffering from serious injuries, you will be very vulnerable. 

And this means that you could easily be taken advantage of. 

Insurance companies are known to try to pay as little as possible. 

After all, they are in the business of making a profit - while also providing the kind of protection that insurance companies do. 

Just don't count on them to pay more than they absolutely have to. 

In fact, they may offer you lowball payouts instead of having to pay you much more after you have filed and won a lawsuit. 

Don't fall for it! 

At least be sure to run it by your lawyer before you agree to such a payout. 

You won't get it without signing an agreement not to file a lawsuit. 

And that should warn you away!

Be sure to gather and protect your evidence: 

And that's not all. Your lawyer may ask you for additional information and documents. 

This kind of evidence will play a crucial role during a lawsuit and can make a big difference in whether you win or lose.

Know the statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits. 

This means the time you have to file a lawsuit. 

The statute of limitations starts on the day of your accident and in Florida, it lasts for 4 years.

The key is that after it runs out, you can no longer file a lawsuit. 

At that point, your legal options have officially run out. 

That's why it's so important to get a lawyer right away.

As you can see, having a good injury lawyer is essential after a car accident. 

You will need someone on your side who can help you with getting the compensation you deserve. 

As mentioned above, most lawyers work on a contingency basis, so you won't have to worry about big up-front expenses. 

If you're looking for an attorney you can trust, contact the attorneys of Armando Injury Law. 

We have helped numerous people who have been injured in an accident and ready to help you. 

Our law firm very passionate about getting injury victims fairly compensated and we bring to the table a track record of success.

Call us today at (813) 534-6711.