Florida’s PIP insurance covers up to $10,000 for medical expenses and lost wages after a car accident, regardless of fault. To claim full benefits, treatment must begin within 14 days, and an “Emergency Medical Condition” must be diagnosed by a…
If you’re hit by a commercial truck in Florida, move to safety, call 911, seek medical care within 14 days, document the scene, notify your insurer, and contact a lawyer. Following the right steps early protects your health, rights, and…
If you’re involved in a car accident on private property in Florida, your first moves matter. Call 911, notify the property owner, document everything with photos and witness info, avoid admitting fault, and report the accident to your insurance company.…
To file an uninsured motorist claim in Florida, report the accident, seek medical treatment within 14 days, notify your insurer, submit documentation, and consider legal help if denied. UM coverage helps when the at-fault driver has no insurance and your…
To calculate lost wages after a Florida car accident, multiply the hours or days missed by your hourly or daily income. Include lost bonuses, commissions, PTO used, and future earning capacity. Documentation from doctors and employers is required to file…
To get a Florida car accident police report, request it online via the FLHSMV Crash Portal, by mail, or in person. Reports are available 10 days after the crash and cost $10. You’ll need crash details and ID if applicable.…
For your first meeting, bring your medical records, police report, insurance info, photos, a written timeline, witness contacts, pay stubs, and any communications with insurers. These help your lawyer assess your case quickly and build a strong strategy from day…
To file a PIP claim in Florida, report the accident, seek medical care within 14 days, notify your insurer, submit medical and wage documentation, and follow up regularly. PIP covers up to $10K in medical/wage losses, regardless of fault, but…
Most Florida car accident injury cases settle in 12–24 months, depending on injury severity, insurance cooperation, and legal steps like medical treatment, negotiation, and litigation. The process begins the day of the crash and ends when you receive your settlement…
Yes, in Florida, medical providers and insurers can take part of your car accident settlement through medical liens. But you can reduce or eliminate what you owe with legal strategies like lien disputes, negotiations, and smart documentation. Here’s how to…
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