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Every case is different. Value depends on the severity of your injuries, your medical expenses, lost income, future care needs, and the long-term impact on your life—and on how much insurance coverage is available. The best way to understand your claim’s potential value is a free case review. You can also see examples on our reviews & results page or request a free consultation.
Florida law limits how long you have to sue. For most negligence claims, the deadline is generally two years from the date of the accident, though some claims (such as certain wrongful death or claims against government entities) follow different timelines. Because evidence and witness memories fade quickly, it is best to speak with an attorney promptly to confirm the deadline that applies to your case.
Dante Law Firm handles personal injury cases on a contingency-fee basis, so there is no upfront cost and no fee unless you win. Your initial consultation is always free, and you only pay if we recover compensation for you. Request your free consultation to get started.
Seek medical attention right away, call the police and obtain a report, and document the scene with photos and witness information. Notify your insurer, but be careful about giving recorded statements, and contact a car accident lawyer before accepting any settlement. The same steps apply after a truck accident or motorcycle accident.
Possibly. Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule: if you are found more than 50% at fault for an accident, you generally cannot recover, but if you are 50% or less at fault, you may still recover compensation reduced by your share of responsibility. An attorney can assess how fault may affect your specific claim.
You may still be able to recover through your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, and sometimes through other policies or responsible parties. These uninsured motorist claims can be complex, so it helps to have experienced legal guidance to identify every available source of compensation.
It varies widely. Straightforward claims may settle in a few months, while cases involving serious injuries, disputed liability, or litigation can take a year or longer. Settling before your injuries stabilize can cost you, so your attorney will weigh the timing against the full value of your claim.
Usually not without legal advice. First offers are frequently far below the full value of a claim, because insurers aim to limit what they pay. Having a lawyer evaluate the offer—and the medical, wage, and future-care damages behind it—helps protect you from settling for too little.
We represent injury victims in car, truck, motorcycle, and Uber & Lyft accidents; slip and fall and premises liability; negligent security; wrongful death; and catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injury. You can learn more about our firm.
From our Hallandale Beach office, we represent injury victims throughout South Florida and across the state, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Hallandale Beach, and surrounding communities. See what clients say on our reviews page.
If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence, Dante Law Firm can help investigate your claim, deal with the insurance companies, and pursue maximum compensation. Free consultation, available 24/7, and no fee unless you win.