Florida Car Accident Lawyers

Our dedicated Florida car accident lawyers and knowledgeable support staff will do all of the legwork needed in an effort to make sure you receive full compensation. We may have to undertake all or some of the following on your behalf:

• Analyzing all relevant police and accident reports
• Reconstructing the accident scene
• Interviewing witnesses
• Determining fair compensation based on medical records
• Reviewing the records and driving history of the liable party
• Negotiating with insurance adjusters on your behalf

When hiring car crash lawyers, Florida accident victims have a right to expect thorough assistance. We offer just that, working hard so you can rest easy.

Florida’s No-Fault Law requires all motor vehicle owners to carry a minimum of $10,000 of personal injury protection (PIP) insurance and $10,000 of property damage liability. You may be able to seek compensation even if you were partially at fault for the accident.

Under PIP, medical, disability, and death benefits up to certain amounts are provided for policyholders, residents who live in the same household, the person operating the vehicle at the time of the accident, passengers, and anyone struck by the vehicle.

Unfortunately, recovering these costs is often easier said than done, especially when you’re up against tricky insurance practices like Diminished Value and Loss of Use. It can be even more difficult to recover additional compensation that you may be eligible for via a personal injury lawsuit. Accomplished Florida car accident lawyers may increase your chances of full financial recovery and ensure you don’t settle for less than you’re owed.

There are all sorts of reasons why someone may be looking to hire a car accident lawyer. Perhaps medical bills are exponentially high, or navigating insurance claims is too overwhelming and stressful to do alone. In any case, Florida residents can rely on Gordon & Partners for support in handling the common claims, as follows:

Negligence
Most driving accidents are caused by negligence, meaning the at-fault party failed to behave reasonably to prevent harm. Speeding, driving under the influence (e.g., drunk driving), distracted driving, and hit-and-runs are all examples of negligence.

In these cases, a Florida car accident lawyer may help to reconstruct the accident scene, analyze relevant police reports, interview eyewitnesses, consult with experts, and negotiate with insurance adjusters on your behalf.

Defective Products
Experienced Florida car crash lawyers can try to help you hold manufacturers accountable for damages caused by defective parts such as airbags, seatbelts, or brakes, if they are the direct cause of an accident.

Poor Road Design
You may be able to recover up to $200,000 in the event of an accident due to poor road design. Our Florida car accident lawyers will help you file a claim against the responsible entity, which may include city, county, or state governments or a construction or maintenance company.

Wrongful Death
Florida residents often contact us to file a car accident claim related to the wrongful death of a loved one in a car accident. Damages can include compensation for funeral and burial expenses, lost income, and lost companionship.

If you are injured in an Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare service, work with a qualified Florida rideshare accident attorney who understands the complexities of these types of claims.

Under a 2017 Florida law, rideshare companies are required to carry insurance for accidents. The law also increased insurance requirements for rideshare drivers.

In some rideshare driving accidents, liability could be the fault of the driver and/or the rideshare company. Our Florida car accident lawyers have experience navigating these types of claims against the appropriate insurance provider. They may also guide you through the process of determining the facts of the incident and proving your case.

Keep in mind that rideshare companies have their own process for what individuals should do after an accident, which includes reporting the incident through their website. However, they have their own interests in mind, and your best bet is to work with a qualified rideshare car accident attorney who can handle the claim on your behalf.

Car accident injuries can range from mild to severe and are categorized as either penetrating injuries (those caused by loose or broken objects in the car) or impact injuries (those caused by hitting a part of the car or being ejected from the vehicle and hitting the ground).

Specific types of injuries that a Florida car accident attorney could help you file claims for include:

• Back and neck injuries (concussions, facial injuries, spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries, and whiplash)
• Broken bones
• Internal injuries
• Emotional trauma

Injuries may not always be apparent right away, and if you’re not careful, you may be paying medical expenses for something that you didn’t know existed until it’s too late. Even a minor auto accident warrants a check-up with a medical professional, as well as assistance from an auto injury attorney.

If you have been in an auto accident in Florida, take the following steps to protect yourself and your interests:

• File a police report
• Get medical attention
• Notify your insurance provider

Consult with a Florida auto injury attorney.

Be sure to act fast

• Reporting an Accident: Florida law stipulates that any individuals involved in an accident on Florida highways or interstates must submit a written crash report to the Florida Highway Patrol within ten (10) days of the accident, especially if the accident results in bodily injury.
• Personal Injury Protection: Persons injured in a motor vehicle accident must seek medical examination and treatment within fourteen (14) days of the accident to be able to make a claim against their own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance.
• Statute of Limitations: Under Florida law, you have two (2) years from the date of the accident in which to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party.

Working with car accident lawyers, Florida victims may receive professional support for filing a car accident claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance and, if necessary, filing a lawsuit for additional compensation for economic damages and non-economic damages.