Being injured in an accident can be a very scary event. In addition to the pain, you are left wondering how you will afford medical treatment, if you will need short- or long-term rehabilitation, how you will take care of your loved ones, and more.
Florin|Roebig has a team of personal injury attorneys serving Miramar, Florida that want to hear what happened and guide you through the process of filing a personal injury claim. By filing a claim, you are eligible to receive compensation from the party at fault. A settlement can help you pay your medical bills and any other losses that resulted from your injury.
Our highly skilled attorneys have been filing personal injury claims for over three decades and have seen nearly every kind of injury. We are compassionate about serving our clients and will defend their case to the fullest extent of the law.
Car Accidents And Other Incidents That Lead To Personal Injury
Personal injuries can happen anywhere at any time of day. They can happen in your car on your commute to work, at a gym, or in a public park.
The following is a list of personal injuries that can happen in Miramar and may result in a claim:
- auto accidents
- slips and falls
- wrongful death
- motorcycle accidents
- dog bites
- swimming pool injuries
- workplace accidents
- bicycle and pedestrian accidents
- assault and battery
- medical malpractice
- product liability
These and other injuries may qualify you to file a personal injury claim. A personal injury lawyer in Miramar can review what led to your injury and your damages to determine how much compensation you may be entitled to.
What To Know About Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury law differs in each state. In Florida, courts use the concept of comparative negligence, which means that the responsible party is legally required to pay the injured party for their losses. Under this type of negligence, even if the injured party is partially to blame, they can still recover damages.
If you were injured because a drunk driver hit you while you were following all traffic laws, the court will likely award you 100 percent damages. If you are partially to blame for an injury during a different scenario, the court will determine the percentage you are responsible for and reduce your awarded damages by that percentage.
As long as you are less than 50 percent responsible for an injury, it will be worth filing a personal injury claim. A court looks at a few different factors to determine damages.
For the court to award you damages for your personal injury claim, you must prove:
- the incident directly led to your injuries
- the party at fault had a reasonable duty to keep others safe or wrongfully acted
- you suffered financial, emotional, and physical stress from the injury
Keep in mind that Florida law only permits injury victims to file a personal injury claim within four years of the accident, or within four years of realizing the injury. This is called a statute of limitations.
Filing a personal injury claim for medical malpractice cases is slightly different. The statute of limitations in Florida is only two years, so it’s important to act fast.
Reasons People File Personal Injury Claims
Reasons an injured person would want to file a personal injury claim differ depending on the circumstances of the accident. The most common reason is to receive compensation to recover from a number of losses they incurred because of the injury. Hiring the right personal injury lawyer can increase your chances of getting a better settlement.
Common reasons to file a personal injury claim in Miramar include:
- medical costs — ambulance fees, emergency room, rehabilitation, prescriptions
- lost income — to recover wages you are losing because you are unable to work
- pain and suffering — you are still regularly suffering from the effects of the injury
- hold the negligent party and/or insurance companies responsible — the person or business at fault may be uncooperative in paying for a fair settlement. Some insurance companies may try to pay as little as possible or nothing at all.
These common reasons and more are incentives to file a personal injury claim. We have handled a wide range of cases with clients that have suffered financially, physically, and emotionally and they may have their own personal reasons for choosing to file.
Types Of Damages Awarded For Personal Injury Claims In Miramar
There are a couple different types of damages that can be awarded in Broward County, where Miramar is located. The most common type of damages is compensatory damages, where the victim is compensated for what they have lost because of the injury.
Common compensatory damages awarded in personal injury claims in Miramar include:
- direct expenses — including current and future medical costs, property damages
- pain and suffering — your emotional state after the injury, ongoing pain, and inability to do routine activities
- lost wages — if you have lost hours or days at work because of the injury
- wrongful death — if a loved one was killed in an accident because of another’s wrongful actions
- loss of consortium — if you are unable to support a spouse, child, or other loved one
Other compensatory damages may be awarded depending on the circumstances of your injury. In the state of Florida, a victim can also be awarded punitive damages, but it is far less common. Speaking to a personal injury lawyer in Miramar can help you determine which types of damages you can claim.
Knowing What Your Claim Is Worth
Your claim’s worth is dependent on different factors. Every claim is different and the causes of injuries can vary.
Factors that may affect your compensation in a personal injury claim include:
- type of injury — head or neck injury, back injury, burns, orthopedic and soft tissue injury, broken bones, dismemberment
- extent of the injury — from minor repairs to surgery and wrongful death
- financial costs — all current and future medical expenses, other financial losses including property damages
- quality of life — whether your career and personal relationships are negatively affected
Other factors may affect your compensation and a court will consider all of the facts when making a determination.
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Benefits Of Hiring A Personal Injury Lawyer
Filing a personal injury claim is an individual decision but it is very difficult to do without the expertise of a legal professional. You are trying to recover from an injury and the last thing you want to worry about is if you filed the paperwork correctly and possibly uncooperative attorneys and insurance companies.
The advantages of hiring a personal injury lawyer in Miramar include:
- a knowledgeable personal injury expert who will answer all of your questions and has experienced a diverse range of cases
- the peace of mind knowing that a talented personal injury attorney is acting on your behalf
- a personal injury claim aimed to get you compensation to provide for all of your expenses
- negotiating with other lawyers and insurance agents to ensure your claim is not being taken lightly
- if the opposing parties continue to be uncooperative, taking them to trial and strongly defending your claim
The responsible party and insurance companies may want to pay as little as possible and may attempt to devalue your claim. A skilled lawyer can ensure that your claim will be heard and increase your chances of a higher settlement.
List Of Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Miramar
Florin|Roebig attorneys specialize in personal injury law and have over 30 years of experience. We take on even the most difficult cases because we want to help people who have been involved in an accident by no fault of their own.
Some of our personal injury lawyers serving Miramar include:
- Wil H. Florin, B.C.S.
- Tommy D. Roebig, B.C.S.
- Parker Y. Florin
- Nollys R. Solarte, O.C.
- Michael A. Ossi
- Chad K. Florin
- Lawrence J. Najem
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Reach Out For Help With Your Personal Injury Claim
The award-winning team at Florin|Roebig wants to hear about your injury and provide guidance to you throughout the personal injury claim process. We are confident that we can help make your life whole again.
Our lawyers have experienced cases ranging from slips and falls to medical malpractice and everything in between. We have won over $1 billion in settlements since we started practicing personal injury law and want to continue our tradition of excellence by helping you recover from your losses. Call for a consultation today to get started on filing your claim.
