Car Accident FAQs

The aftermath of a Miami car accident is often a confusing time. Victims who have been injured are left with questions regarding their recovery, how they will deal with it financially, as well as what legal options are available to them. Miami car accident attorney Robert Dixon and his staff at the Law Offices of Robert Dixon are available to answer any questions you might have about your legal rights. We represent clients in South Florida, including Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach Counties in legal claims arising out of serious car crashes, including personal injury and wrongful death suits. If you need help following a collision you believe was caused by another’s careless actions, we may be able to assist you.

The first step you should take after an automobile accident is to seek immediate medical attention for any injuries you have suffered. Prompt and proper diagnosis of your injuries is the most important priority in helping your recovery to progress as soon as possible. Personal and insurance information should be exchanged by all parties involved in a collision. If you are able to, it is also advisable to speak with any with witnesses and take photographs at the scene of the accident so that there is proper documentation for insurance purposes or if legal action is necessary.

Often motor vehicle accidents are caused by another driver’s negligence, which occurs when one party breaches a duty of reasonable care owed to another, causing an accident. Evidence of negligent acts can include excessive speeding, distracted driving practices such as texting, as well as driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. When negligence has contributed to causing your injuries, you may have a personal injury claim. Consulting a car accident lawyer in Miami who can assess your options is important to making sure your claim is preserved.

In Florida, certain relatives, such as parents, siblings, and children can file a claim on behalf of a deceased victim under the Wrongful Death Act. This statute gives family members a legal course of action in the event that a loved one has suffered fatal injuries caused by another’s negligence.

Every accident and victim vary, and therefore, so does the compensation available in these claims. Some common damages that may be awarded to victims injured in a car accident include amounts for past and future medical costs, any income lost due to the injuries, as well as loss of earning capacity and pain and suffering. In wrongful death claims, plaintiffs can also recover funeral or burial costs. A dedicated Miami car accident attorney can help you prove the extent of the damages to which you may be entitled.

In Florida, the statute of limitations, or deadline by which a personal injury claim must be filed, is four years from the date of injury. Wrongful death suits have a two-year statute of limitations. Once these deadlines have passed, victims generally cannot recover damages for their harm.

Florida follows a “pure comparative negligence” scheme for determining fault. This means that even if a victim has also acted negligently in causing their own injuries, they may still pursue a suit against another at-fault party. When damages are awarded, they will be offset by each party’s degree of fault. Thus, an injured victim who is found to be 40 percent liable can still receive 60 percent of their damages.

If you have further questions regarding your potential case, car accident lawyer Robert Dixon can help you determine your next legal step. Our firm is here to assist you in any claim arising out of a vehicle collision. If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one in a devastating collision, please contact the Law Offices of Robert Dixon at 877.499.4878 or online to schedule a free consultation regarding your legal options. We represent clients in areas including Miami, and West Palm Beach.