Have you or a loved one suffered serious injuries in a car accident while driving in Hollywood, Florida? The state’s no-fault insurance system may allow you to get coverage for medical expenses, but it might not be enough if you’ve suffered life-changing injuries. When this happens, you might be able to pursue a car accident claim against the other driver or party that is separate from the usual no-fault insurance system.
Rosenberg & Rosenberg, P.A. has a team of dedicated car accident lawyers that is committed to helping drivers who were hurt due to someone else’s negligence. Whether you need to pursue a settlement or award to cover your losses or want legal help after the tragic loss of a loved one in a fatal accident, our skilled attorneys are here to support and guide you. Our approach to casework balances professionalism, legal knowledge, and genuine compassion, so you can feel confident and comfortable as your case progresses.
If you were hit by another driver, we can help you understand your legal options, regardless of the details of the collision. Thanks to our decades of collective practice experience with a deliberate focus on motor vehicle accident cases, we can handle claims and lawsuits involving crashes and wrecks of all sorts.
We can work on car accident claims involving these types of crashes and more:
Car accidents are caused by various forms of negligence, mostly driver negligence which should have been preventable with more care behind the wheel. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), human error accounts for at least 94% of car accidents in the United States.
Common causes of car accidents in Florida, which mostly involve driver negligence, include:
Following an accident, you should always try to follow these steps:
Florida is one of a few states in the country that uses a no-fault law for auto insurance coverage and accident liability. Under this law, drivers must carry personal injury protection (PIP) insurance that meets minimum requirements. If an accident occurs, no matter who caused it, each driver’s PIP insurance should help pay for expenses related to medical care and property damage.
The minimum limits for PIP auto insurance under current Florida law are:
Typically, after an accident, you must use your PIP insurance to get coverage for your damages. You won’t be permitted to file an injury claim against the other driver, even if you know their mistake was the sole reason for the crash. Only when you have been “seriously injured” can you take legal action against the other driver.
If you have suffered a “serious” injury as defined by Florida law, you may be eligible to pursue additional or unpaid compensation from the at-fault driver after an accident.
Florida personal injury law defines a “serious” injury as a physical condition that creates a substantial risk of:
Brain, head, spine, neck, and back injuries are common car accident injuries that can be considered “serious” under this definition. Broken bones, internal organ damage, and noticeable scars are also common forms of serious injuries that may allow you to pursue additional compensation through an injury claim filed against the other driver.
With the help of trusted medical experts, our attorneys can evaluate your injuries and see if they are serious enough to allow you to pursue compensation through a car accident claim. If they are, we can then assess the damage you have experienced, so we can accurately calculate the total compensation you should be provided by the liable party or parties. We know that every penny counts when you have been seriously injured in a crash, so we will be ready to fight for the maximum amount possible.
Compensation that might be available in your car accident claim includes:
One of the catches when you file a car accident claim outside of PIP insurance is that you introduce the need to prove liability for the crash. You can only make a recovery against another driver if you can convincingly prove that they contributed to the crash more than you did. Of course, if you have our Hollywood car accident lawyers on your side, you can allow us to handle every part of the process on your behalf. We know where to look for evidence of liability and how to use it to strengthen a claim.
Evidence that might help when working on your claim could include:
To file a car accident claim, you’ll need to notify your auto insurance company about what happened. As mentioned, you shouldn’t rush to notify them, but you do need to tell them soon after the crash. We recommend that you talk to our attorneys first, so we can assess the situation and tell you what you should include in your initial notification. We are always standing by to help a client in a tough situation, so you can call +1 (954) 963-0444 right away after being in a crash, no matter the time of day.
With more than 50 years of experience, Rosenberg & Rosenberg, P.A. has become a trusted name in car accident representation across Florida. Our legal team has secured millions of dollars in settlements and awards for our clients. Past results can’t promise future results, but they show what we’re capable of when we work together to help someone in need. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a crash, talk to our reputable team right away.
