A Florida car accident can leave you gravely injured and in need of financial compensation. One common question is whether Florida pays for pain and suffering. The answer is yes, but it is important to know how these claims work and what you need to prove to receive compensation. Florida’s no-fault insurance laws play a…
After a serious car accident, you may be wondering what compensation you are owed. Serious injuries can lead to high medical costs, time lost at work, significant pain, and a long recovery time. You deserve compensation for everything that you have been through. Florida’s no-fault insurance system can complicate this answer for residents, but your…
Yes, you are allowed to sue in Florida for a car accident. Despite being a “no-fault” insurance state, there are many situations where you have an independent ability to file a personal injury claim. This is especially true when your insurance does not cover the entirety of your damages after a serious accident. Every Florida…
Florida’s 14-day accident law requires car accident victims to seek a medical evaluation within 14 days of the crash that injured them. Any driver that fails to do so could lose eligibility for payment under their personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. Failing to get medical attention in time could mean you are stuck paying for…
If you were in a car accident in Florida, you may be wondering who pays for the damages. Florida is a no-fault state, making this more confusing. Unlike other states, each driver pays for their own damages with their car insurance policies. Every driver in Florida must carry personal injury protection (PIP) insurance to help. …
A serious car accident in Brevard County may leave you seriously injured. This leads to painful medical conditions, high costs, lost income, and much suffering. There are many common causes of car accident that may lead to these injuries. When they are caused by another’s negligence, you could be entitled to significant financial compensation. At…
Were you injured in a car accident while a passenger? If so, you may have the right to significant compensation from the negligent party that hurt you. This might include several parties, including the driver of the car you were in, another vehicle, and much more. Passengers have just as many rights as drivers on…
You should seek medical attention after any car accident. In serious cases, you may have called 911 and received emergency care. In others, your injuries may require you to go to the doctor later. Continued medical care is critical in either case. Many injured victims forget how important it is to focus on their health….
Some new and significant changes to Florida’s car accident laws occurred in 2023. House Bill 837, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, shortens the time limits for filing personal injury claims. New law also shifts Florida’s law in comparative fault cases where both parties may have been partially to blame for the car accident. At High…
Florida law requires that you report any Brevard County car accident that results in injury or death. The same is true in cases with over $500 in apparent property damage. These cases should be reported immediately to law enforcement. Failing to report could lead to potential fines and be considered a non-moving traffic violation. Understanding…
