Who Pays After a Florida Car Accident? A Guide to the No-Fault System

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After a car accident in Pompano Beach, the immediate question is often about logistics. Your car is damaged, you may be injured, and you need to see a doctor. This is when you first encounter Florida’s complex insurance laws. Before you can even consider the other driver’s responsibility, your own insurance plays the first part. […]

Common Causes of Car Accidents in Florida

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FLORIDA CRASH QUESTIONS Common Causes of Car Accidents in Florida By Miller & Jacobs Accident Attorneys Distraction, unsafe speed, failure to yield, impairment and fatigue can play a part in a Florida crash. Weather, road conditions and vehicle problems can also matter. For an individual claim, ask which factors the facts support in that crash. […]

What Is Dram Shop Liability

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Florida alcohol liability What Is Dram Shop Liability By Miller & Jacobs Accident Attorneys Dram shop liability is a claim that an alcohol provider is legally at fault for harm linked to a customer’s alcohol impairment. In Florida, serving an adult who looks drunk does not, by itself, create that liability.  Section 768.125  sets two […]

Fighting the Insurance Company After a TBI

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TBI insurance disputes in Florida Fighting the Insurance Company After a TBI By Miller & Jacobs Accident Attorneys Start with the insurer’s written reason for disputing your traumatic brain injury (TBI) claim. Match that reason to the policy, medical records and evidence of what changed after the accident. Keep copies and track deadlines. A diagnosis […]

What Is the Statute of Limitations for a Florida Car Accident?

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For a typical Florida car accident injury lawsuit based on negligence, the deadline is two years, usually measured from the crash. The 2023 change applies to claims that accrued after March 24, 2023. Older crashes, government claims, and other types of claims need a separate date check.

How to Get Paid After a Car Accident in Florida

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Back to the blog Car accident claims / Florida How to Get Paid After a Car Accident in Florida By Miller & Jacobs Accident Attorneys A car crash can leave you with bills before you know who will pay them. In Florida, getting paid starts with opening the claims that fit each loss, keeping proof […]

What If I Am Partly to Blame for My Motorcycle Accident in Florida?

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Back to the blog Motorcycle claims / Florida What If I Am Partly to Blame for My Motorcycle Accident in Florida? By Miller & Jacobs Accident Attorneys Being partly at fault does not always end a Florida motorcycle injury claim. Under the current rule, you may still recover negligence damages if your share of fault […]

How Much Is a Head Injury Claim Worth?

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Florida head injury claims How Much Is a Head Injury Claim Worth? By Miller & Jacobs Accident Attorneys There is no fixed dollar value for a head injury claim. An estimate depends on the losses the evidence supports, who is legally responsible and what money can be recovered. A diagnosis or a bill total alone […]

Can You Sue for a Truck Accident?

Can You Sue for a Truck Accident

If you’ve been involved in a truck accident, you’re likely dealing with serious injuries, property damage, and many questions about your rights. One of the most pressing questions might be whether you can sue for the harm you’ve suffered. The answer depends on the circumstances of your case, but in many situations, pursuing a lawsuit […]

Can You Sue for a Car Accident?

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Florida car accident lawsuits Can You Sue for a Car Accident? By Miller & Jacobs Accident Attorneys A Florida car-crash suit can address a loss the law lets you claim from another party. Ask three questions first: What do you want paid? Who has a legal duty to pay it? Do no-fault rules limit that […]