Unfortunately, too many people involved in Orlando car accidents turn to television or yellow page advertising when they need a lawyer. Yet, slick lawyer ads can be misleading. That is why I wrote the book, Seeking Justice: An Insider’s Guide for the Injured. While we limit the number of cases we accept, we can provide a free copy of this valuable book to anyone injured in car accidents. It provides a solid method for choosing the right lawyer; and, includes the questions everyone should ask before hiring a lawyer. Decent, honest people seeking to win their car accident case deserve a lawyer that is prepared to Go to War!

Many innocent Orlando car accident victims choose a lawyer who will NEVER try their case. Of course, these folks have no idea that they have hired such a lawyer. As Orlando car accident lawyers, we know that a major reason our clients have been treated fairly is that we GO TO WAR for our clients! When necessary WE GO TO TRIAL. Insurance companies know which lawyers try cases and which do not.

When we go to trial we have been blessed with record results. Can we represent everyone that asks us to help? Unfortunately, we can not. As we have shared with other lawyers, our secret is limiting the number of cases we handle so that we are always prepared to go to trial. But, if we can not assist a deserving Orlando car accident victim, we will them find another "real trial lawyer." We believe clients deserve the best lawyer and the best results possible. Nothing less.

As our clients understand, a legal claim is a difficult, stressful situation. By communicating regularly with our clients we keep them up-to-date on both the medical and legal aspects of their Orlando car accident case. Well-informed clients suffer less anxiety during the legal process and can better assist us.

If you need assistance after an Orlando car accident, do what many have already done: Order a free copy of the Florida Car Accident Book, Seeking Justice: An Insider's Guide for the Injured. If someone has been involved in an accident, it is a great place to start.

In addition to Dr. Ward helping many Orlando auto accident clients understand both the medical and legal issues involved in their case; we also involve our staff nurse, Cindy Nixon, RN. As a critical care, registered nurse, Cindy manages the medical information, stays in close contact with our clients and assists with any health care questions along the way. Our clients find Cindy to be an invaluable resource.

Too many innocent people suffer an injury in Orlando and unknowingly settle for so much less. Yet, our clients have explained that people who are injured are not aware that there are law firms with an attorney who is also a medical doctor, a registered nurse on staff and a board certified civil trial lawyer. It is for that reason I wrote the book, Seeking Justice: An Insider’s Guide for the Injured. It helps protect innocent, decent people from falling into the hands of lawyers who have no business handling an important injury case. We continue to make a Free copy of this book available to anyone injured in Florida.

Doctors advise that as soon as possible, after an accident, an initial evaluation at a local Emergency Room is positively recommended. The reason for that is: X-rays can be performed which will generally rule out broken bones or factures. In addition, muscle relaxants and anti-inflammatory medications can immediately be prescribed so as to address muscle strains and/or pulls.

If the onset of a serious injury is delayed, the failure to have a medical complaint recorded will affect your physical recovery. Back and neck injuries (like a herniated disc) are not always immediately determinable. They are often initially diagnosed as "Soft Tissue" injuries before an MRI or a CT Scan reveals a disc injury. Normal x-ray film - - cannot diagnose a disc injury.

While everyone wants to believe that there is no need to seek medical attention following a car accident, where the injury seems minor, the safest approach is to have a doctor perform a proper evaluation. Generally, that will provide the peace of mind you deserve. From a legal standpoint, the visit to your doctor or emergency department will document your complaints in the event, you do develop long-term difficulties.

As Orlando car accident attorneys, we are flattered by this Florida Bar recognition. Of course, with (1) a Medical Doctor/Lawyer, (2) a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer; and, (3) a Critical Care Nurse our expertise in medicine and law provides a huge advantage when taking on the insurance companies.

We have achieved one of the largest verdicts in the United States. As we have shared with other lawyers, our secret is limiting the number of cases we handle so that we are always prepared to go to trial. Insurance companies know which lawyers try cases and which do not.

As our clients understand, a legal claim is a difficult, stressful situation. By communicating regularly with our clients we keep them up-to-date on both the medical and legal aspects of their Orlando car accident case. Well-informed clients suffer less anxiety during the legal process and can better assist us.

If you need assistance after an Orlando car accident, do what many have already done: Order a free copy of the Florida Car Accident Book, Seeking Justice: An Insider's Guide for the Injured. If someone has been involved in an accident, it is a great place to start.

In a recent study of 19- to 24-year-olds in driving simulators, motorists who text message while driving are six times more likely to be distracted and have an accident. When a driver texts, driving patterns change. For example, the response time to brake is 23 percent slower — 1.077 seconds when texting and driving compared with 0.881 seconds when unencumbered.

The National Safety Council finds that text messaging is among the worst things a driver can do. Of course, any time you take your hands, eyes or brain off the wheel it's not good idea. However, with text messaging, you take all three off the wheel. In fact, the study found that drivers who are talking on a cell phone or texting while driving don't process the visual environment. They may not recognize whether they are seeing a red traffic light or the onset of a brake light.

Investigators of a recent accident in which five teenagers were killed said the phone owned by the 17-year-old driver was used to make a call and send and receive text messages in the three minutes before the crash. It isn't known whether the driver, Bailey Goodman, or a passenger was text messaging.

Only Connecticut, New Jersey, New York and Washington, D.C., have prohibited motorists from driving and talking on hand-held cell phones. California and Washington will ban cell phone use starting Jan 1. Also, AAA says 14 states restrict the use of cell phones by drivers younger than 18.

According to the state Office of Traffic Safety, there were 397 motorcyclist injuries and fatalities out of 9,472 incidents in 2005 resulting from bikers making unsafe lane changes, passing improperly or following another vehicle too closely, all characteristics associated with lane-splitting. In Florida, we will need to consider whether car accidents and motorcycle accidents would be reduced by following the practices on the west coast.

Having a medical doctor and lawyer, Dr. Walter Ward, and a legal nurse consultant, Cindy Nixon, R. N. on staff, provides a great source of comfort for our clients to discuss their on-going medical care and progress. Dr. Ward and Nurse Cindy review the medical and hospital records and fully explore the severity and nature of the forces involved in the car collision.

When out of state individuals return home, there is usually a period of continued medical care and rehabilitation. Dr. Ward and Nurse Cindy provide expert assistance in monitoring the on-going medical care and ensure that all necessary out of state medical documentation is obtained. Of course, our medical and nursing expertise also permits us to work closely with local healthcare providers to properly present the injury and damages our clients have suffered.

After reading my book, people have shared that they had no idea that out of the 80,000 Florida lawyers- only 2 percent are certified as specialists in civil trial law, which includes car and truck accidents. Everyone should understand that car and truck accident cases have many complex issues that lawyers who do not specialize may not be aware of. Unfortunately, if a lawyer does not know the important issues involved in car and truck accident cases, it is the client who will suffer.

Many people have asked why we are giving away such a valuable book. Well, we believe that people deserve to be treated fairly. Over the past 20 years, we have seen too many decent, honest people taken advantage of after a car accident. This book gives injured people a fighting chance right from the start-Before it is too late.

We have achieved one of the largest verdicts in the United States. As we have shared with other lawyers, our secret is limiting the number of cases we handle so that we are always prepared to go to trial. Insurance companies know which lawyers try cases and which do not.

As our clients understand, a legal claim is a difficult, stressful situation. By communicating regularly with our clients we keep them up-to-date on both the medical and legal aspects of their Orlando car accident case. Well-informed clients suffer less anxiety during the legal process and can better assist us.

We realize that the TV lawyers and other big advertisers may have to use non-lawyers, paralegals and investigators to handle the high volume of cases necessary to pay their enormous advertising budgets. WE DO NOT! We have achieved record results by NOT using paralegals and investigators to do the work of lawyers. We also find it inexcusable for other lawyers to simply refuse to take or return their own clients' telephone calls.

Having served as Chair of The Florida Bar, Civil Trial Certification Committee, I believe a trial lawyer must demonstrate the highest ethical standards at all times. My partner, a licensed medical doctor and lawyer believes individuals deserve a lawyer who understands the medicine involved better than the insurance companies and their lawyers. Perhaps that is why our law firm continues to deliver outstanding results for decent, hardworking people-many of whom have never been involved in a lawsuit before.

If you need assistance after an Orlando car accident, do what many have already done: Order a free copy of the Florida Car Accident Book, Seeking Justice: An Insider's Guide for the Injured. If someone has been involved in an accident, it is a great place to start.

We have helped many families learn a more reliable method to choose a car accident lawyer than relying on slick lawyer advertising. We provide a list of the 20 questions everyone should ask before hiring a lawyer. Our free book has helped folks understand that a lawyer’s results speak volumes. While no one can guarantee future outcomes, looking at a lawyer’s track record can be quite helpful. People deserve a lawyer who has successfully tried cases and who is recognized by The Florida Bar as a specialist.

In cases where air bags deploy there is further risk of brain injury. While air bags save lives, they can also cause or exacerbate a brain injury. The powerful explosion of the air bags can generate a significant blow to the face and head. While the head may not suffer any fracture, the explosive force can cause the same type of movement injury to the brain as it strikes the skull and tears nerves cells. Tragically, such brain injury can cause can cause significant neurological symptoms.

So, when a car accident involves the deployment of airbags striking the occupant's face and head, careful medical monitoring and evaluation is required. The injury and symptoms may manifest slowly as the effects of the brain trauma develop. Sadly, many individuals suffer permanent, cognitive impairment and other difficulties.

Why would someone allow a lawyer who has not tried a case in years to handle their important case? Why would any one allow a lawyer to "sit" on their case for two years after the car accident without filing a lawsuit on their behalf? We find that most people who go to a lawyer never really "check out" the lawyer before hiring him.

When we meet with prospective clients who were neglected by their lawyer, we always check to see whether the lawyer is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, which includes car accident cases. Generally, we find the lawyer is not certified by The Florida Bar as a specialist. In addition, we find the lawyer has little if any real trial experience.

How sad for lawyers to market themselves as Orlando car accident lawyers when they spend most of their time handling workers compensation or real estate law. Of course, we do not fault those people coming to us for assistance. We believe the fault lies with those lawyers who advertise for cases and accept car accident cases when they should refer those clients to much better qualified lawyers.

Unfortunately, too many people involved in Orlando car accidents turn to television or yellow page advertising when they need a lawyer. Yet, slick lawyer ads can be misleading. That is why I wrote the book, Seeking Justice: An Insider’s Guide for the Injured. While we limit the number of cases we accept, we can provide a free copy of this valuable book to anyone injured in car accidents. It provides a solid method for choosing the right lawyer; and, includes the questions everyone should ask before hiring a lawyer. Decent, honest people seeking to win their car accident case deserve a lawyer that is prepared to Go to War!