School Zone Accidents

Fort Myers Car Accident Lawyer Representing Victims of School Zone Accidents

If you or your child has been injured in a school zone, you will want to speak with an attorney about your family’s legal rights. Drivers have a legal duty to exercise caution in school zones, and when drivers make reckless and careless mistakes, they can—and should—be held accountable. An experienced Fort Myers car accident attorney can take appropriate legal action on your behalf and help make sure you do not settle for less than your family deserves.

At Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., we represent parents and other individuals in all types of school zone accident cases. This includes cases involving collisions between vehicles as well as pedestrian accidents involving children. No matter what happened, if you believe that someone else may be responsible for your (or your child’s) injuries, we encourage you to contact us promptly for a free, no-obligation consultation about your legal rights.

Legal Representation for Car Accidents in School Zones

Car accidents in school zones are far more common than they should be. Unfortunately, far too many people simply make poor decisions behind the wheel. For example, some of the most common causes of car accidents in school zones are:

• Exceeding the School Zone Speed Limit – Speed limits in school zones cannot exceed 20 mph under Florida law. If the driver who hit you was exceeding the posted speed limit, this may provide clear grounds for you to seek financial compensation.
• Illegally Passing a School Bus – Attempting to illegally pass a school bus in a school zone can be extremely dangerous. If you got hit by someone who was attempting to illegally pass a school bus, this could provide you with clear legal rights as well.
• Attempting to Pass Stopped Vehicles in a School Zone – Attempting to pass other stopped vehicles in school zones can be extremely dangerous as well. This, too, can provide clear grounds to file a claim.
• Distracted Driving in School Zones – Distracted driving is among the leading causes of car accidents throughout Florida. If the driver who hit you was distracted by a phone, passenger or in-car infotainment system, our lawyers may be able to use this to seek compensation on your behalf.
• Other Common Causes of Car Accidents – From tailgating to driving while fatigued, many other common forms of driver negligence can—and do—lead to car accidents in school zones. Regardless of where an accident happens, if a driver’s negligence leads to serious injuries, the driver (or the driver’s insurance company) can—and should—be held fully accountable.

When you hire a Fort Myers car accident attorney at Spivey Law Firm to represent you, your attorney will examine all potential causes to determine what claim (or claims) we can file on your behalf. Your attorney will also conduct a preliminary assessment of the damages you may be entitled to recover. Then, using this information, you can make an informed decision about how best to proceed.

Legal Representation for Pedestrian Accidents in School Zones (Child Injuries)

We take the same comprehensive and client-first approach to handling cases involving pedestrian accidents in school zones. If your child was injured by a reckless, careless, or aggressive driver, we want to help you fight for the financial compensation you and your family deserve. Our lawyers handle cases involving all types of child injuries, including (but not limited to):

• Road Rash (cuts, bruises, and burns)
• Broken Bones
• Nerve and Tissue Injuries
• Brain Injuries (Including Concussions)
• Other Types of Serious Trauma

While the financial costs of these injuries can add up quickly, your child’s medical bills could represent just a small fraction of the financial compensation your family is entitled to recover. From compensation for your child’s pain and suffering to compensation for your child’s future loss of earnings, we will rely on our extensive experience to ensure that we are seeking the maximum compensation that is available.

Three Important Steps to Take After an Accident in a School Zone

Whether you have a car accident claim or a pedestrian accident claim, there are some important steps you should take promptly after an accident in a school zone in Florida. For now, the most important steps you need to take are:

1. Document the Accident as Thoroughly as Possible

The more documentation you have, the better. If you have photos or videos from the accident scene, be sure to keep them on your phone. If you have a police report or an incident report from the school, keep this in a safe place as well. Take detailed notes about the accident, and if your vehicle was damaged, make sure the damage is thoroughly documented before your vehicle gets repaired.

2. Get Medical Treatment Promptly

You should seek medical treatment for yourself or your child as soon as possible (if you have not done so already). Make sure you understand your (or your child’s) diagnosis, and make sure you understand what you need to do to help yourself (or your child) recover as fully and quickly as possible.

3. Get Help from a Fort Myers Car Accident Lawyer

Protecting your family’s legal rights will require experienced legal representation. With this in mind, it is extremely important that you speak with a Fort Myers car accident lawyer as soon as possible. If you choose a lawyer at Spivey Law Firm to represent you, your lawyer will get to work immediately, and our entire team will do everything possible to help make sure you and your family achieve the outcome you deserve.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation with a Fort Myers Car Accident Attorney Today

Do you need help asserting your family’s legal rights after a school zone accident in Florida? If so, we can help, but it is important that you contact us right away. To schedule a free consultation with Fort Myers car accident attorney Randall L. Spivey at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., call 239-337-7483 or toll-free at 888-477-4839 or tell us how we can reach you online today.