Car Accidents in Miami

As Miami drivers, it is important to know about the alarming rate at which car accidents occur in the area. Data compiled by the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles show that Miami Dade County is among the five Florida counties with the highest rates of motor vehicle accidents. Additional statistics reveal that out of every six car crashes in Florida, one or more occurs in Miami. This equates to 50,000 car accidents in Miami every year.

At Gerson & Schwartz, PA, our attorneys have years of experience helping victims impacted by car accidents in Miami. No two car accidents are the same, but any and all victims deserve the chance to receive compensation for their injuries from those responsible. Our knowledgeable attorneys will fight to make sure that you receive the maximum amount of compensation possible. Contact our law office today by calling (305) 371-6000 to schedule a free case evaluation.

Some of the most dangerous roads that are commonly the site of car accidents in Miami include the following:

• Interstate 95 runs along the Atlantic Coast, but the section that passes through Miami-Dade and Broward is considered especially dangerous.
• NE Second Avenue and 36th Street in Midtown Miami.
• South Miami Dade's SW 117th Avenue and 152nd Street.
• Downtown Miami's NE First Avenue and NE Sixth Street.

There are various ways that Florida car accidents can occur, but some of the most common causes of accidents include the following:

• Many Florida motorists are in a rush to get where they are going. Unfortunately, sometimes drivers get frustrated with waiting in traffic and engage in aggressive driving patterns like tailgating or weaving quickly through lanes of traffic.
• Sometimes, car accidents in Miami are not entirely the fault of motor vehicle drivers. Sometimes, drivers lose control of their vehicles due to sudden and unexpected defects in the vehicle. While defects can impact any part of a motor vehicle, some of the most common defective parts include airbags, brakes, and tires.
• Distracted driving occurs when motorists take their eyes off the road, their hands off the wheel, or their attention off the task at hand, even if for only a few moments. Some of the most common causes of distracted driving include playing with the GPS, adjusting the radio, grooming, eating, talking on the phone, or texting.
• Many national organizations exist to teach people about the dangers presented by drinking alcohol or using drugs of any kind and driving. While Florida laws severely penalize those who drive while intoxicated, law enforcement is still only able to catch a small portion of the intoxicated motorists who travel Florida's roads.
• The Florida Traffic Code contains various regulations that drivers are expected to follow. Although all motorists should appreciate and understand these rules, there are many drivers who consistently fail to follow these rules and end up in car accidents in Miami.

To assess who is responsible for your car accident our attorneys will analyze all of the available evidence. We will then begin to craft a strong legal strategy to show that the at-fault party caused your crash and your resulting injuries.

Florida follows comparative negligence laws, which make liability issues even more complex. This means that if the victims of car accidents in Miami are in any way responsible for an accident, the amount that they will ultimately receive in compensation will be reduced by the victim's degree of fault for the accident.

The victims of car accidents in Miami should understand the role of Florida's statute of limitations. This refers to the window of time that a person has in which to initiate a lawsuit. Otherwise, the victim might be forever barred from pursuing compensation. The exact statute of limitations changes based on the damages involved in the car accident. If a person was injured, however, he or she has four years from the date of the accident in which to pursue a personal injury lawsuit.

When deaths are involved with car accidents in Miami, the window of time to pursue compensation is even smaller. Provided that you pursue a lawsuit within this time, our attorneys can often help accident victims pursue damages, which often include both past and future medical expenses as well as lost wages, loss of support, reduced earning capacity, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and emotional and psychological harm.

Following car accidents in Miami, it is common to feel like you must navigate the matter alone. An experienced attorney at Gerson & Schwartz, PA, however, understands just how difficult the aftermath of a car accident can be. That is why we bring our experience and knowledge to fighting for the results that you deserve. Contact our law office today to schedule a free case evaluation.

Based on numbers compiled by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, in 2018 there were 64,627 car collisions in Miami-Dade County that resulted in the deaths of 293 victims. Many other individuals were left facing substantial injuries as the result of auto accidents in Miami Beach. For those impacted by car accidents in Florida, a compassionate personal injury attorney can help you fight for the compensation you deserve. At Gerson & Schwartz, our experienced lawyers do not charge a fee unless we receive compensation for you. You have nothing to lose; Call us toll-free at (877) 475-2905 today so we can begin reviewing your case.

Some of the most dangerous roads in Miami Beach include the following:

• Collins Avenue
• Alton Road
• SRA1A/5th Street
• Dade Boulevard
• Arthur Godfrey Road/W 41st Street
• SR 934/71st Street
• Washington Avenue

Auto accidents in Miami Beach are caused by a number of different factors. Many of these accidents are the result of a driver's negligence or recklessness, but other circumstances can also result in accidents. Some of the most common causes of Florida car crashed include the following:

• Speeding, which is also one of the primary causes of accident-related fatalities.
• Distracted driving, whether it is talking on the phone, texting, or playing with a GPS, can quickly result in deadly accidents.
• Adverse weather condition like rain, snow, or wind can cause car accident fatalities
• Many people know that it is deadly to combine alcohol and/or drugs with the operation of a motor vehicle, but each year a countless number of people in Florida are killed due to drivers who climbed into a vehicle after smoking marijuana, drinking, or consuming any other type of controlled substance
• Drivers between the ages of 16 to 19 are much more likely to end up in deadly auto accidents in Miami Beach than older drivers due to inexperience and their propensity to engage in risky driving behaviors

Florida is classified as a "no fault" state when it comes to issues of liability. This means that people injured in auto accidents in Miami Beach can pursue claims with their own insurance provider, using personal injury protection to recover compensation for medical bills, regardless of who is ultimately at fault for the accident.

People who experience property damage as the result of auto accidents in Miami Beach, however, or those who experience serious and permanent injury are often able to pursue a bodily injury liability claim against the driver who caused the accident.

Fortunately, there are several things that Miami Beach motorists can do to reduce the risk of serious auto accidents. Some critical steps to take include the following:

• Florida law requires all motor vehicle drivers and passengers to wear their seatbelts. Despite this, a large number of deadly auto accidents in Miami Beach and the rest of Florida involve motorists who did not wear seatbelts at the time of their accident. Remember that wearing a seatbelt can save your life.
• In one recent year, 1,427 children in Florida experienced serious injuries and 155 died due to car accidents. Many of these children were not sitting properly in their cars. This is because Florida law requires all children who are three years of age or younger to ride in a car seat and children who are between the ages of four and five to sit in a booster seat. If a child is not properly seated, auto accidents can prove fatal.
• Airbags can save lives, particularly with modern advances in technology. All vehicles that were manufactured since 1999 have airbags. If you are still driving a vehicle that was manufactured before this date, now might be the time to consider purchasing a newer vehicle.
• Newer vehicles are now equipped with back-up cameras. Motorists, however, should avoid the temptation to rely solely on the camera because it sometimes does not catch things to the side of the vehicle that are moving toward the vehicle's rear. Instead, it is a good idea to physically look behind yourself to the sides of your vehicle before backing up.

Following auto accidents in Miami beach in which another driver's negligence caused your injuries, you should obtain the assistance of a seasoned attorney. Our lawyers understand that recovering from a car accident is not easy. If you wait to pursue legal action, you risk losing critical evidence or even being prohibited from pursuing a case. Contact Gerson & Schwartz, PA today to schedule a free case evaluation.