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Do I need GAP insurance?
If you owe significantly more on your vehicle than it is worth, then you may want to consider GAP insurance. Think about if you could cover the cost of that difference in addition to any medical bills or other damages incurred in an accident. If you don’t think you could comfortably do so, then… Read More »
What is GAP insurance?
GAP insurance is a line of insurance you can buy to cover the difference between the actual value of your vehicle and the amount you owe on it. So for example, if you owe $15,000 on your auto loan, but the actual value is only $10,000 then your GAP insurer would pay for the… Read More »
Auto Accidents in a Rental Car – Insurance Is Important!
When you’re on vacation, a car accident is probably the last thing in your mind. Unfortunately, thousands of auto accidents occur in rental cars every year, and many of them are in Tampa. Whether you were the driver of a rental car or the other driver was the one in the rented vehicle, there… Read More »
Three Important Things to Do in the Weeks Following an Auto Accident
Car accidents happen in a split second, but the effects can linger on for weeks, months, and even years. Getting through the first few hours is important, but once you’ve gotten through the immediate aftermath of a car accident, there are still some important steps you should take to make sure that your rights… Read More »
Car Crash Checklist – What to Do Immediately After an Auto Accident
If you’ve been involved in an accident, then you doubtless know it can be a confusing, stressful time, and it can be hard to figure out what steps to take first. To help you be better prepared in case of a crash, the car accident lawyers of Tampa’s Barbas Law have provided a checklist… Read More »
If I don’t feel hurt, should I still go to the doctor?
In short, yes. Even if you feel fine right after the accident, issues can arise days, weeks, and even months later, and it’s important to see a doctor to get a professional opinion. This will also provide you with important documentation that can affect the outcome of your case.
The insurance agency says I don’t need a lawyer. Is this true?
Insurance companies have to worry about their bottom line, so they often try to pay out as little as possible for claims. Considering this, it’s always advisable to consult with a lawyer before settling. Your Tampa lawyer can evaluate your case and what your claim could be worth, and oftentimes, they can better negotiate… Read More »
What is The Graves Amendment?
Signed into law in 2005, the Graves Amendment was a passage put into a huge federal transportation bill. It limits the liability of rental car companies with regard to injuries sustained in an accident with one of their vehicles, excepting cases in which they knowingly rented a faulty vehicle.
5 Ways to Prevent Auto Accidents
As car accident lawyers in Tampa, Barbas Law works with a lot of people who have been injured in an auto accident, and sadly, many of these crashes could have been easily prevented. Tampa may be a busy city, but that doesn’t mean a wreck is inevitable, and there are some easy steps you… Read More »
Who is covered by Personal Injury Protection?
Personal Injury Protection, or PIP, provides coverage of up to $10,000 for the owner of the vehicle, relatives who live in the same home as the insured, the person driving the vehicle, any passengers in the vehicle, and anyone hit by the vehicle. It also covers children of the insured who are hurt while… Read More »
