Experts In This Article
- Michael T. Gibson, Esq., Lead Attorney & President at Michael T. Gibson, P.A., Auto Justice Attorney, Catastrophic Injuries Expert and Licensed for 17 years
- Todd Curtin Esq., Partner & Lead Trial Attorney at Michael T. Gibson, P.A., Auto Justice Attorney and Licensed for 8 years
- Amit Jhalli, Esq. Attorney at Michael T. Gibson, P.A., Auto Justice Attorney, Personal Injury Pre-suit Investigation & Brain Injury Expert and Licensed for 9 years
When you get behind the wheel of your car, you may not realize that there are some drivers out there looking for targets to stage a Florida car accident and reap the benefits. Staged car accidents are on the rise, and according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, Florida is the leader in the nation for these types of accidents with just over 3,000 staged accidents in only a few years. These types of car accidents were shown to increase by as much as 46% in only a matter of a few years.
So what can you do to protect yourself from a staged car accident in Orlando? Here are a few tips.
- Avoid Distracted Driving—When you are distracted while driving, you become a target for the people who take part in these scams. As they notice you talking on your cell phone or distracted by something in the car, they know that they have the opportunity to stage an accident without you realizing what went wrong.
- Do Not Tailgate—Tailgating is another common reason staged accidents occur. If a criminal sees you tailgating they are more likely to swoop in front of you quickly and slam on their brakes, causing you to rear end them so they can reap the monetary benefits.
- Do Not Allow Uninvited Tow Truck Drivers to Tow Your Car—Staged accidents are a complex venture and there are usually multiple people involved. If you did not summon a tow truck to take your car from the scene of the Orlando auto accident, do not turn it over to this person. Use a company you trust.
- Call the Police Regardless of Damage Level—Getting the police involved is important, regardless of the extent of the damage. They can document and investigate the cause of the accident, ultimately saving you from falling victim to one of these scams.
Knowledge Equals Power in Orlando Auto Accident Cases
If you have been the victim of a staged car accident, or if you need help with a car crash you were involved in, contact the Orlando auto accident attorneys at Auto Justice Attorney for help with your settlement.
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