Under Florida Statute 316.065, drivers must report an accident to the police if it caused more than $500 in damages. If you flee the Scene, you could face a misdemeanor charge or a felony, depending on the incident. Police officers can use evidence and surveillance to identify and arrest you.
How does Florida’s “no-fault” auto insurance system work?
Florida’s “no-fault” car insurance system prevents relatively minor auto accident cases from going to court. Every driver must purchase Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance covering at least $10,000 in personal injury expenses arising from the driver’s own injuries (with a 20 percent deductible). Florida drivers are not legally required to purchase insurance covering their liability…
How can a lawyer help me Demand More® for my injury?
The insurance companies know that most car accident victims have little information about their legal rights. They prey on this lack of knowledge, and they use a variety of tactics to try to get victims to settle their claims as quickly (and for as little) as possible. An experienced personal injury attorney can deal with…
Should I sign a release?
No, you shouldn’t unless your personal injury lawyer advises you. A release will absolve the other party (typically an insurance company) from paying your claim. Any insurance company would love to have your signature on a release of liability in exchange for a small settlement, but that wouldn’t be fair to you. Once a fair…
What is a car accident?
A car accident is a vehicle collision with another vehicle, person, or object. It’s also referred to as a traffic or motor vehicle accident.