Orlando Car Accident Attorney
Our Accident Lawyers Are Available 24/7 to Help Injury Victims Seek Compensation
Vehicle accident claims are rapidly becoming more and more difficult. Insurance companies are increasingly arguing their clients didn't cause the accident, or – even worse – claiming your injuries were not the result of the collision.
If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of a car accident, whether by a drunk driver, distracted driver, or other negligent action, you need dynamic legal counsel who possesses the skills to challenge and demolish deceptive insurance tactics.
At Legally Pink Law, our managing attorney is also an accomplished engineer. Her in-depth knowledge of both the biomechanics of an injury and personal injury law equips us with the formidability required to hold liable parties fully accountable for the damages they caused.
Call our Orlando car accident attorneys at (888) 979-4941 today! Start with a FREE consultation.
While other firms might need to settle for less than what you deserve, we are able to truly prove who was at fault and the complete extent and ramifications of your injuries. The aggressive advocacy of our Orlando car accident attorneys has resulted in millions of dollars in recovery for thousands of clients throughout Florida and across the country.
Car Accident Statute Of Limitations Florida
A "statute of limitations" is a law that places a time restriction on how long after your crash you are able to file a personal injury or property damage claim. According to Florida Statutes section 95.11(3)(a), personal injury claims following the crash must be filed within 4 years of the date of the accident. There is also a 4 year time limit for filing a property damage claim. The only exception to this rule is if someone was killed in the accident; in which case a wrongful death claim must be filed no later than 2 years after the accident.
Is Florida a "No Fault" State?
Yes. Florida operates under the "no-fault" policy when it comes to pursuing legal action for a car accident in Florida.
How Does Florida No-Fault Insurance Work?
A no fault policy mandates that when attempting to obtain compensation for your accident, your own insurance company will be the one to cover any medical costs or other financial damages resulting from the accident. However, there is an exception to this rule where the victim is able to file a third party claim against the responsible party if they suffered serious injuries in the accident.
What To Do After a Car Accident
After a car accident, it is most important that you ensure that you and the parties involved are okay. Once you are certain that everyone is okay, it is in your best interest to do the following:
- Take photos of injuries and vehicle damage done
- File a police report, if necessary
- Gather witness testimony, if possible
- Exchange insurance and contact information with the others involved in the accident
- Seek the help of an attorney
Common Injuries and Damages Resulting from Car Accidents
As expected, car wrecks can often result in injuries, minor and serious, including:
- Sprain of the back and/or neck
- Broken or fractured bones
- Knee and/or shoulder injury
- Scarring of the skin
- Concussion or another head injury
- In unfortunate events, fatality
Focused Legal Support for Your Recovery Journey
Our firm solely practices personal injury law, nothing else. With no other matters to distract us, we can deliver the diligent attention to detail and honed legal acumen you deserve. At Legally Pink Law, we recognize how highly stressful the aftermath of an accident is for you and your family. Our Orlando car accident attorneys will work vigorously to move your claim along so you can concentrate on getting better.
We manage all the details of your case, including:
- Dealing with insurance companies
- Investigating the cause of your accident
- Collecting and analyzing evidence
- Interviewing witnesses
- Handling your insurance claim process
- Reviewing medical billing
Getting an insurance company to admit liability is only the first hurdle. Unfortunately, unseasoned law firms might stop there and accept the first settlement offer that comes along. Most insurance companies employ tactics to undermine the extent of your injuries and the cost of your damages in an effort to lessen the amount rightfully owed to you and your family. We can help you pursue your fully deserved compensation. Our methods include:
- Assessing the current and future financial impact of your injury so you can be accurately compensated
- Advocating for complete restitution for the loss in value of your vehicle
- Demonstrating how your injury has impacted your life and your career, both now and in the future
Contact Legally Pink Law today at (888) 979-4941 to arrange a free case consultation.
Have Questions? GET ANSWERS
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What types of damages can I claim?
In all cases, there are two general categories of damages – economic damages and non-economic damages. You can be compensated for both past and future economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages are things such as wage loss, mileage expense to go to doctor appointments, prescription costs, co-pays on insurance, over-the-counter medications, diminution in value to your car, etc. The other category is non-economic damages, which may include things such as pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, emotional distress, etc.
The non-economic damages are often greater than the economic damages if the injuries are significant enough. Consult with an attorney for a full explanation of these types of damages.
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Are there deadlines for filing claims?
Yes. Under Florida law, there are very specific, detailed deadlines to file claims. If you do not meet these deadlines, you may be forever barred from bringing your claim forward.
These time restrictions are known as statutes of limitations, and they vary depending on the type of claim you are bringing. It is critical that you consult with an attorney as soon as possible after your incident so you can receive good legal advice on the time limits for filing a personal injury claim.
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How can I recover lost wages?
Wage loss is paid out under your Personal Injury Protection benefit, which happens to be mandatory coverage for auto insurance in the State of Florida. There are exceptions, such as when you elected to have your wage loss reimbursement excluded on your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefit when you obtained your policy.
Normally, people who have their wage loss benefits excluded are those who are not employed for some reason or another. You can also elect to have a standard PIP (which covers wage loss at 60%) or extended PIP (which covers wage loss at 80%).
You will need to provide proof of income in the form of a paycheck stub, income tax return, or some other verifiable means. The remaining percentage of your wage loss not covered by your PIP insurance will become part of your claim against the defendant driver.
When cases do not involve PIP coverage, the wage loss becomes part of the demand to the at-fault party. In most cases, proof of lost income is rather simple if the injured person receives a paycheck. For our clients who are self-employed, we work very closely with them to help them assemble the necessary documentation to prove the wage loss claim. Tax returns can be helpful in instances where clients are self-employed.
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How can I recover my out-of-pocket expenses?
Out-of-pocket expenses are always made part of your claim and are part of your economic damages that we seek to recover from the at-fault party. When your claim is presented to the at-fault party, we include your out-of-pocket expenses as part of the demand package.
If your case does not settle in what we call the "pre-suit phase," then your case will proceed to court where we will ask a jury for your out-of-pocket expenses as part of your economic damages on the verdict form.
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Will my insurance premiums increase if I report an accident to my insurance company?
Your insurance premiums should not go up if you are not at fault for the accident. It will be part of your insurance record, but if you are not at fault, your premiums should not increase.
In most situations, your own insurance company will go after the insurance company that insures the at-fault party to recover the costs it may have paid to you for things such as car repairs or additional medical expenses.
