Miami car accident attorneys

January 6, 2021

Get Immediate Medical Care for These Accidental Injuries

Whether you were hurt by an auto crash, slip and fall, or other accident, being injured sends you into a state of confusion. You might not feel extensive pain, but you can probably tell that your body endured significant trauma. Under the circumstances, the first questions that cross your mind are whether you need medical care and where to go for treatment. While the Mayo Clinic description on the differences between emergency rooms and urgent care facilities may guide you on one issue, you might be stumped about the other.

The conundrum is a common one, since many accident victims may hesitate when they are not sure about the nature of their injuries. On this point, you should definitely seek immediate medical care for the following injuries so you can get on the path to recovery quickly. Plus, your decision making on treatment could affect your rights for reasons a Miami personal injury lawyer can explain in more detail.

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): Because they can be serious even without prominent symptoms, medical care is essential if you suffered a head injury. If you lost consciousness because of the accident, urgent treatment is even more important to assess the full extent of your head injuries.

February 21, 2017

Establishing Liability in a Contested Miami Car Accident Case

by Gerson & Schwartz, P.A.

In the vast majority of car accident cases, liability is not contested. This generally means that is perfectly clear who caused the accident and the only issue that needs to be addressed is the amount of money the at-fault party (or his or her insurer) will pay the victim. Unless there is a significant disagreement as to the amount of damages, the case may settle without either party needing to set foot in a court room. But what about auto, car and motor vehicle accident cases in which liability is not obvious or is disputed? How does a car accident victim prove another person was legally at fault for their accident? In these cases, obtaining financial recovery becomes significantly more complicated. Below is some information about how liability can be established in a contested car accident case. Of course, in under these circumstances, its always a good idea to hire a car accident lawyer in Miami . Below are some of the evidence your personal injury lawyer will need to help prove your legal claim.

Showing Fault Can Require Significant Investigation

Generally speaking, proving that the other party was at fault for an accident requires gathering evidence of his or her negligence. Under Florida law, negligence occurs when a person fails to use the degree of care that would ordinarily be exercised by a reasonable person in the same or similar circumstances. In the context of a auto, car or motor vehicle accident case, negligence can take many forms, including speeding, distracted driving, failure to signal a turn or lane change, or drunk driving.

January 27, 2014

Florida Federal Court Decision Explains “Stacking” Of Insurance Policies

by Gerson & Schwartz, P.A.

Last fall, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida issued a decision in the case of Brannan v. Geico that discussing the issue of “stacking” limits in auto insurance policies and how such provisions can limit an insured’s recovery in the he or she is injured in a motor vehicle accident. Our Miami car accident lawyers have extensive knowledge on this topic.

“Stacking” insurance is a way in which an insured can increase the payment limits of his or her auto insurance by combining the underinsured and uninsured injury coverage for multiple vehicles. For example, if a motorist had $50,000 underinsured/$100,000 uninsured coverage on two vehicles, the stacked coverage for both cars would be $100,000/$200,000.

In the event the motorist was involved in an accident with an underinsured/uninsured driver, he or she could receive compensation up to the stacked policy limits of $100,000/$200,000. Stacked insurance coverage generally costs significantly more than non-stacked coverage, sometimes even more than twice as much.

January 13, 2014

Florida Car Accident Deaths & Recoverable Damages

by Gerson & Schwartz, P.A.

Tragedy struck in North Miami Beach late last month, as a fiery crash claimed the lives of several residents, including a 6-year old girl. According to a CBS Local report, three family members (including the girl and her father) were riding southbound on Okeechobee Road when another vehicle came toward them in the opposite direction. Local authorities report that the vehicle going north was speeding, and the driver eventually lost control. The car careered across the median and hit the family’s vehicle head on. All four people involved in the accident were killed. Our Miami car accident attorneys are prepared to assist the loved ones of anyone that may find themselves in a similar situation.

Damages in Florida Lawsuits: Compensatory or Exemplary

Following tragic Miami car accidents like this one, it is common for civil lawsuits to be filed. These suits seek to hold wrongdoers accountable for the consequences of their actions. In most cases, insurance companies are involved. Miami car accident attorneys often work on behalf of those hurt in their negotiations with those insurance companies, potentially taking the case all the way to a trial if necessary.