Davie Car Accident Lawyers

Davie is home to over 100,000 Florida residents and is one of many towns in Broward County. Unfortunately, in Broward County alone, 41,082 car accidents occurred in 2018.

A Davie, Florida, car crash can be debilitating, causing not only injuries and vehicle damage, but the loss of time, income, and capacity to work. Yet, most accidents are preventable, meaning they happened because of someone’s negligence.

If you or a loved one suffered injury or damages due to negligence, our Davie car accident lawyers are here to walk you through the process to ensure you receive fair compensation for your losses.

Florida’s “No-Fault” Law

Every driver in Florida is required to have Personal Injury Protection (PIP) under the “no-fault” insurance law. This means, regardless of who is at fault, both parties turn to their insurance companies for claims. This enables injured parties to receive medical attention more easily.

However, your insurance may not cover the full extent of your injuries and damages. If your injuries are severe or permanent, you may file a claim against the negligent party. In any accident, gather as much information as you can. You may think your injuries are small at first and find out later that they are more severe.

• Get the other driver’s name, license, and insurance information
• Record the license plate
• Take pictures of the accident
• Receive medical attention and keep records of injuries
• Keep any official documents such as police reports

A personal injury lawyer will use all this information to help you build a case and file a claim to hold the responsible party liable.

The Role of Negligence in Injury Cases

In most car accidents, someone is at fault. Personal injury claims stem from this fact. Negligent drivers put others in danger and are responsible for injuries and damages they cause. For example, speeding, driving aggressively, drinking while driving, texting or calling, and ignoring traffic signals are types of negligent driving.

If you sustained a serious injury and believe the driver was at fault, you will need to provide evidence of their negligence. The other driver and their insurance company will likely deny liability to avoid paying out more money. A personal injury lawyer makes sure you receive the compensation you are due, helping you file a claim and present evidence on your behalf.

What is Comparative Fault?

Placing fault is not always clear-cut. Sometimes both parties are to blame at least in part. Thankfully, in Florida, victims are still able to receive compensation even if they carry some of the responsibility for the accident or their injuries. The comparative fault law takes into account the percentage of blame on the part of each side.

If you are found responsible in part for your injuries, the compensation you ask for will be reduced by the same percentage as the responsibility you bore in the accident.

To limit their losses, the defendant and their insurance company will try to place responsibility on the victim. However, an experienced personal injury lawyer collects and submits evidence to prove the defendant's negligence and ensures you are not blamed for more than your portion in the accident.

Filing a Lawsuit

In some cases, you can file a claim with your insurance company or quickly receive compensation from the at-fault party. At other times, insurance companies will refuse to pay out the amount you deserve. Our Davie personal injury lawyers are here to negotiate with insurance companies and explore your options, filing a lawsuit if necessary, to help you receive due compensation.

First, your car accident lawyer will file a complaint against the defendant, outlining their wrongs, and the compensation requested for these wrongs.

Second, begins the investigation process. Both sides share information and gather evidence for their cases. This may take weeks or months as attorneys talk to witnesses, collect medical reports, analyze evidence, etc.

Most cases settle out of court before ever going to trial. Our Davie lawyers will negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf, but we will take the case to trial if one cannot be reached.

Once the case goes to trial, both sides present their case before a judge and jury. Here the court decides who is to blame and how much they owe the injured party.

Types of Compensation

You may decide to file a claim for many reasons. Not all injuries and damages are simply physical.

Forms of damage for which you can receive compensation include:

• Medical Expenses: Medical bills add up. Compensation for this kind of damage is meant to reimburse you for the expenses incurred from your injuries. This may include costs for ambulance transportation, exams, x-rays, appointments, hospital stay, medication, medical equipment, etc.
• Income Loss: Because of the accident, you may have to take time off at work. Keep track of the days and hours you missed due to your injuries. We will help you receive compensation for your lost wages.
• Property Damage: Most car accidents involve the damage of property. Compensation covers the cost to repair or replace damaged items.
• Impairment of Earning Capacity: An injury, especially if permanent, may prevent you from being able to work at your normal capacity. If you cannot work or lose your job as a result of the accident, you may be able to receive compensation for the future income you would usually make.
• Pain: This includes physical and emotional distress. Car accidents are sometimes traumatic and can cause anxiety, insomnia, or depression, in addition to physical pain.

Talk to an Experienced Davie Accident Lawyer

If you are not sure where to start, schedule a free consultation with an experienced car accident lawyer today. There’s no time to waste. With the business of life, deadlines for filing a claim can come up fast. Don’t wait until the deadline approaches to find out if you have a case. The sooner you learn about your options, the sooner you can move forward with a claim or file a lawsuit and receive compensation. Call for a free case evaluation with one of our experienced car accident lawyers: 954-951-0000.