A train hit a car that became stuck in the tracks in Fort Lauderdale. The collision happened near North Flagler Drive and Northeast Third Avenue, at around 11 p.m. Sunday. Witnesses said the driver was turning onto the railroad tracks when her vehicle became stuck. The woman was able to get out before the train hit the car. She was not hurt.No further details have been released. Your life may change in a split second after being in an accident. There are many ways that an accident can affect you. If you or someone you love were recently injured in a motor vehicle accident, our team of car accident lawyers can help with any issues that may arise in your car accident claim. We offer trustworthy legal advice to help address any legal issues that apply to your personal injury claim. At Suarez and Montero, our car accident lawyers have more than 20 years of experience successfully representing car accident victims in all types of cases. We have an exceptional team that can provide you with the guidance you are looking for after being injured in a car accident or other type of injury. Generally, injury victims have a lot of legal questions that need to be answered after being injured. Here are some answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we get from clients.
CAR ACCIDENT FAQs
Can I speak to an attorney about my car accident for free? At Suarez & Montero, we never charge you for car accident consultations. In fact, we won’t charge you a dime whether you decide to retain our office or not. Feel free to contact us today for a free consultation with one of our car accident attorneys.
What is the statute of limitations for a car accident case in Florida? A statute of limitations is a specific time period in which a person may bring a claim against another. The filing requirements and deadlines vary from state to state. In the state of Florida, the statute of limitation is found in Fla. Stat. § 95.11(3)(a) and provides that a claimant has four years to sue for any personal injury arising from a car accident in Florida. After the statute of limitations has expired, it is extremely difficult to file a lawsuit against the other party to your car wreck to recover compensation for your injuries.
What are the different types of compensation I can obtain after a car crash? After a car crash, there are many different types of compensation that can be obtained including medical expenses, costs of medical procedures and surgeries, lost wages, pain and suffering, vehicle repair or replacement costs, etc.
How do you determine the value of a personal injury claim? Sadly, there is no standard formula that magically determines the exact value of every personal injury claim. Instead, numerous factors are considered to determine the potential compensation that one may obtain after a car accident including the amount of medical bills that you have incurred as a result of your medical treatment for your injury, whether your injury is permanent in nature, and whether you were in any way at fault for causing your injury.
Will I have to go to court after filing a car accident claim? It depends. Most parties in a car accident lawsuit are unfamiliar with the process of filing a personal injury lawsuit or filing an insurance claim for that matter. In most cases, however, car accident cases are settled before ever going to trial. In some instances, however, auto insurers are unwilling to settle for a fair amount, and a case must move forward to trial. If your case does progress to the trial stage, don’t worry–our legal team prepares every car accident claim as if it will go to trial, so we are never caught off guard if the case progresses to that stage of litigation.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney in Miami Today!
The law protects injured victims by permitting them to obtain compensation from the at-fault party who caused their injury. Auto insurers are hoping that you won’t take the time to hire a lawyer or get informed about the legal ramifications of your injury and claim. Don’t let yourself get taken advantage of. Suarez & Montero has been assisting injured clients in South Florida for over 20 years against insurance companies. We appreciate the extensive impact an injury can have on one’s life or on their family and overall health. That is why our firm focuses on protecting the rights of injured victims. If you or someone you love has been involved in an accident, contact us today for a free consultation.
We serve clients throughout Florida including those in the following areas:
Miami-Dade: Aventura, Coral Gables, Doral, Fontainebleau, Hialeah, Homestead, Kendall, Miami, Miami Beach, Miami Lakes, North Miami, Tamiami, and Westchester.
Broward: Fort Lauderdale, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, and Weston; and Palm Beach County including Boca Raton, Lake Worth, and West Palm Beach.
