Tallahassee Car Accident Lawyer

Start Seeking Justice After a Traffic Collision in Florida 

Nothing interrupts your life like being in a car wreck. Accident victims face injuries, time off work and compounding medical bills. Worse, it can be difficult to get fair treatment from the insurance company. Insurance adjusters working on your case only have one thing in mind: to pay you as little as possible. 

When people try to handle their own claims, they can unknowingly make mistakes that will reduce the amount of compensation that they receive. No matter how straightforward your claim seems, you should never face the insurance company alone. An experienced Tallahassee car accident lawyer can fight for the compensation you deserve.

At Milles Law, we passionately and aggressively represent car accident victims and their families. When you hire our law firm, you spend less time dealing with the consequences of your accident and more time focusing on recovering. Our lawyers have extensive experience and possess the legal knowledge necessary to handle all types of car accident cases. Whatever the circumstances of the accident, from a simple fender bender to a catastrophic multi-vehicle collision, our accident attorney can help.

Have you or someone you love suffered injuries due to a negligent driver in Florida? Give us a call at (855) 553-3310or send us a message onlineto schedule a free initial consultation with our skilled Tallahassee auto accident attorney.

What Is the 14 Day Rule in Florida?

Florida’s “14 Day Rule” involves failing to seek medical treatment after 14 days. If you are in a car accident in Florida and do not seek medical treatment, you may result in forfeiture of your PIP (personal injury protection) coverage. PIP coverage is “no fault” coverage that is mandatory for every Florida driver. 

There are many nuances to Florida’s PIP law. Depending on whether you have been diagnosed with an emergency medical condition, you may be entitled to either $2,500.00 or $10,000.00 in PIP coverage. It is wise to consult an attorney immediately so that you can be fully advised of your legal rights concerning “no fault” insurance coverage.

The 14-day time limitation only applies to your own no fault PIP coverage. It does not apply to the other driver’s bodily injury coverage. If you have been injured by another driver’s negligence, you have four years to file a lawsuit against the at fault driver to recover damages. Due to the complex nature of insurance law, it is important to consult with a personal injury attorney who is familiar with its nuances. Auto accident claims often involve multiple vehicles and affect different aspects of insurance coverage.

What Are the Common Causes of Car Accidents in Florida?

Car accidents injured more than 236,000 Florida residents in 2018. Statistics compiled by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles show that alcohol caused a confirmed 5,106 crashes that year, although the actual number may be much higher. 

Additional causes of car accidents include: 

Motorcycles, pedestrians, and cyclists also suffer injuries or death during accidents caused by the scenarios above. 

What Are the Most Common Injuries in Car Accident Claims?

Car crashes are extremely common and often result in serious injuries.

The most common injuries sustained in an auto accident are:

If you or someone you love has suffered from any of the above injuries due to a negligent driver, Milles Law is here to help. Reach out to our firm to schedule a free consultation to get started on your case as soon as possible.