If you had a car accident in Miami, you know the drill. And our Miami personal injury attorneys at Wolfson & Leon see what folks go through. But if you are a crash victim for the first time, it’s too unbelievable to be true. You wait at the scene for what seems like hours. When the police come, folks lie about what happened when it wasn’t even your fault. If you get knocked out, fire rescue takes you to the hospital or you are sitting on the curb in pain. The other driver gets to talk to the police first because you were sitting in the hospital or the sidewalk with your head in your hands. If the car was smashed up, then off to the tow yard it goes. And some Miami tow company charges to get it there and store it at the yard. If you could drive home, then you have to worry about who is going to fix your car – your insurance company or the person who hit you? The worst part is you are hurt, mad, and may never be the same. It could be a sore neck, broken leg that they had to operate on, a torn muscle, aching shoulder, or banged up knee. And no matter how tough you are, driving again in the same situation that the crash happened in is hard. If it was a highway accident, you get anxious when you think you might have to take that route again. Or maybe you have not even driven again since the wreck. All because someone broke the driving safety rules of the road.
The impact of these accidents that folks overlook is the emotional side. There is an impact on you from the injuries. But there is also an emotional to dealing with being wronged and having to navigate paperwork and things you don’t know and may not understand. But you don’t have to go through this alone. At Wolfson & Leon, our Miami car accident lawyers have seen and experienced all of this happen to our clients so very many times. With us you will get to meet with your Miami car accident lawyer one on one and as many times as you want. Our auto accident attorneys will use their experience to answer your questions about your injury over the phone when you call. And the rest of this page has some good information about car accidents if you are our client already or just had a crash.
You have to show both fault and damages to have a case.
If you are not hurt, you do not have a personal injury case.
In a rear end crash, the person who does the rear ending is usually at fault.
If someone turned left in front of you, the crash is usually their fault.
You need a doctor to say that your injury meets a “threshold” to recover – that it is permanent within a reasonable degree of certainty.
Broken bones, surgeries, herniated disks, meniscal tears, tendon ruptures, and rotator cuff tears are some examples of permanent injuries.
If you get all better you do not have a case for pain and suffering.
Scarring that is significantly disfiguring is recoverable.
Crashes causing wrongful death must be filed within 2 years of the accident.
Crashes with injuries besides death must be filed within 4 years of the accident.
An uninsured motorist claim must be filed within 5 years of the accident.
You need a doctor’s testimony that you have a permanent injury to get pain and suffering damages.
Accidents can raise your rates but why did you buy insurance if you don’t use it? You bought your insurance for a reason so use it if you are hurt.
Your own insurance will fix your car quicker than the person who hit you.
If the other side’s insurance company drops a check off early for the whole policy amount, it means it was probably a serious crash. They are trying to avoid being in bad faith and being exposed financially for even more than their policy. So call a Miami car accident attorney.
Just because you have had other car accidents does not mean that you cannot bring a case. Lots of times, your injuries can be separated from one crash to another.
But even if you have had the same injury before, that does not mean you cannot bring a case either. The law allows you to recover for a permanent aggravation of a preexisting condition.
The Miami Florida personal injury lawyers at Wolfson & Leon represent accident victims injured in all types of accidents including:
The Miami car accident lawyers at Wolfson & Leon have over 55 years of collective experience in representing Miami automobile accident injury victims and obtaining verdicts and settlements. We will handle your car accident case from beginning on the day of the crash to the end whether that is settlement, verdict, or a ruling on appeal. We will investigate, coordinate, litigate, try, and appeal your case if needed. We will fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
Wolfson & Leon Personal Injury Lawyers serve injury clients in Miami, Broward, Palm Beach counties as well as Miami Gardens, Allapattah, Westchester, The Roads, Miami Beach, Aventura, Hollywood, Lauderdale Lakes, Deerfield Beach, Boca Raton, Miami International Airport and all of the communities and neighborhoods of South Florida.
FAQ
If I am Partially Responsible for a Car Accident, can I File a Case if I was Severely Injured?
If you sustained severe injuries in a car accident that was partially your fault, you might be entitled to compensation for damages. In situations where more than one party is at fault, courts in the State of Florida follow the doctrine of pure comparative negligence. Under this rule, any settlement awarded is reduced by the percentage that you were at fault. Although you may be partially responsible for the accident, that doesn't mean that you can't file a lawsuit if you were seriously hurt.
As an example, if your injury claim is for $100,000, but you were 20 percent responsible for the accident, your settlement will be reduced by $20,000. The reduction in your payout represents the portion of the crash that was your fault. A personal injury lawyer will estimate the value of your claim based on your injuries, lost income, and future care that may be needed. They will also represent your interests, which may include disputing the level of responsibility assigned to you in an automobile accident.
How do I Find the Best Car Accident Lawyer in Miami?
Your choice of a personal injury lawyer can make a difference in how your car accident case is ultimately resolved. Insurance companies know which attorneys will go to trial and who will not. So how do you find the best Miami car accident attorney to help you? Do your research. Look at client reviews on Google. Review their website. Ask your friends and family for who they know that does a good job. Should you go with the law firms that bombard you with advertising every hour of everyday? Some of the advertising attorneys might be good. But all you really know for certain is that the advertising law firms spend a lot of money on marketing. So perform your due diligence. Talk to the attorney and make sure you are comfortable with your choice.
The Insurance Company has Offered Me a Settlement, so Why do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Between recovering from their injuries and dealing with high medical bills, accident victims are under a great deal of stress. Insurance companies know this. Many times, they will rush to settle with an injured victim to keep their costs low.
What many accident victims don't realize is that they have protections under Florida's personal injury laws. Nor do they know that treatment of their injuries may be more extensive than they think. If you settle quickly, you may not have enough money to pay for future care or cover your lost wages if your recovery time is longer than expected.
Consulting an attorney that knows personal injury law is to your advantage. Such consultations are free too. Not only can they advise you of your rights, but they are also skilled in valuing your claim and negotiating a settlement on your behalf. If you are out of work longer than you expect or if you need more medical treatment than initially anticipated, you may be out of luck if you settle early with the insurance company. A personal injury lawyer can help protect your rights when you are hurt.
How Does Florida's No-Fault Law Work?
Under Florida's no-fault law, both parties to an accident usually rely on their own insurance company to pay for medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. Under this law, you must carry personal injury protection, commonly known as PIP, within your insurance coverage.
However, there are limits to medical coverage under PIP. If your injuries are severe and are higher than the threshold under your PIP coverage, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the other driver to recover damages to pay for medical treatment and lost wages. When multiple insurance coverages are involved, the analysis can be complex and confusing. That is where your Miami car accident lawyer can help to maximize the insurance benefits for your best interests.
Accident victims with severe or permanent injuries should seek the help of a personal injury lawyer. Should a dispute arise or if PIP is not sufficient to cover the cost of your medical care, a personal injury attorney will defend your rights and work to get you the settlement that you need.
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