{"id":43451,"date":"2026-09-13T01:42:30","date_gmt":"2026-09-13T01:42:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-settlements-florida\/greenacres\/"},"modified":"2026-10-12T04:38:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T04:38:07","slug":"greenacres","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-settlements-florida\/greenacres\/","title":{"rendered":"Car Accidents in Greenacres: What to Do &#038; Your Claim"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Traffic accident investigator documenting vehicle damage at a multi-vehicle collision scene.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/traffic-accident-investigator-documenting-vehicle-damage-at-photo-36.jpg\" width=\"1584\" height=\"672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/traffic-accident-investigator-documenting-vehicle-damage-at-photo-36-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/traffic-accident-investigator-documenting-vehicle-damage-at-photo-36-300x127.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/traffic-accident-investigator-documenting-vehicle-damage-at-photo-36-768x326.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/traffic-accident-investigator-documenting-vehicle-damage-at-photo-36-1024x434.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/traffic-accident-investigator-documenting-vehicle-damage-at-photo-36-1536x652.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/traffic-accident-investigator-documenting-vehicle-damage-at-photo-36.jpg 1584w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1584px) 100vw, 1584px\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\">Car Accidents in Greenacres<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Hit by a Car in Greenacres? Here&#x27;s What to Do Next<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);\">From the scene to your claim\u2014what you need to know about protecting your rights after a crash.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published September 13, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Car Accidents in Greenacres: What to Do Now, Florida&#8217;s No-Fault Rules &amp; Your 2-Year Deadline<\/h2>\n<p>Greenacres is a quiet residential community in western Palm Beach County. But <a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-settlements-florida\/\">car accidents<\/a> happen here too\u2014on local roads and nearby highways. If you&#8217;ve been hit and hurt, this guide explains what to do right after a crash, how Florida&#8217;s no-fault insurance works, when you have a legal claim, how your own actions affect what you can recover, and the critical two-year deadline you cannot miss.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/wrecked-car-on-a-dimly-lit-street-at-night-after-a-crash-photo-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Wrecked car on a dimly lit street at night after a crash.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/wrecked-car-on-a-dimly-lit-street-at-night-after-a-crash-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/wrecked-car-on-a-dimly-lit-street-at-night-after-a-crash-photo-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/wrecked-car-on-a-dimly-lit-street-at-night-after-a-crash-photo-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/wrecked-car-on-a-dimly-lit-street-at-night-after-a-crash-photo-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/wrecked-car-on-a-dimly-lit-street-at-night-after-a-crash-photo-1536x960.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/wrecked-car-on-a-dimly-lit-street-at-night-after-a-crash-photo.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What to Do Right After a Car Accident in Greenacres<\/h2>\n<p><strong>First: stay safe and document everything.<\/strong> If anyone is injured, call 911 right away. If the cars can move safely, get them out of traffic to prevent more collisions. Turn on hazard lights.<\/p>\n<p>Once you&#8217;re safe:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Take photos and video:<\/strong> Capture vehicle damage (wide shots and close-ups), road conditions, traffic signals, skid marks, debris, and the overall scene. Include timestamps if possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get the other driver&#8217;s information:<\/strong> full name, phone number, address, driver&#8217;s license number, vehicle details (make, model, year, license plate), and insurance company and policy number.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collect witness names and phone numbers right away.<\/strong> Witnesses often leave. You&#8217;ll need their contact information later.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Call the Palm Beach County Sheriff&#8217;s Office<\/strong> to report the crash. Get the report number and the officer&#8217;s name. You&#8217;ll need this for your insurance claim and any lawsuit.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tell your insurance company promptly,<\/strong> even if you weren&#8217;t at fault. Delays can hurt your claim.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t admit fault or apologize at the scene.<\/strong> Even saying &#8220;I&#8217;m sorry&#8221; can be used against you as an admission of blame. Stick to facts: &#8220;I was heading north on [street] when the other vehicle entered the intersection.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2>Medical Care: Don&#8217;t Wait<\/h2>\n<p>Many car-accident injuries show up hours or days later. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/spinal-cord-injury\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20377890\">Whiplash, internal bleeding, head trauma, and spinal injuries<\/a> may not hurt at first. You might feel fine at the scene and wake up in severe pain the next morning.<\/p>\n<p><strong>See a doctor within 24 hours.<\/strong> Go to an emergency room, urgent care, or your regular doctor. Tell them you were in a car accident. Describe all symptoms\u2014even small ones. This creates a medical record that links your injuries to the crash.<\/p>\n<p>Insurance companies and lawyers look for gaps between the accident and your first doctor visit. A long delay weakens your claim. They&#8217;ll argue your injuries weren&#8217;t serious. Medical records are the proof of your harm. Without them, you have nothing.<\/p>\n<h2>How Florida&#8217;s No-Fault Insurance System Works<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Florida is a no-fault insurance state.<\/strong> Your own auto insurance pays your medical bills and lost wages (up to your policy limits) regardless of who caused the crash. PIP pays 80% of reasonable medical expenses and 60% of lost income, up to the $10,000 policy limit, if you get initial care within 14 days of the crash (Fla. Stat. \u00a7 627.736). You don&#8217;t have to prove fault to get paid by your insurer.<\/p>\n<p>But you can sue the at-fault driver for pain and suffering only if your injury meets Florida&#8217;s &#8220;serious injury threshold&#8221; under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0627\/Sections\/0627.737.html\">Florida Statute \u00a7627.737<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If your injuries don&#8217;t meet this threshold, the at-fault driver is exempt from liability for damages only to the extent your no-fault (PIP) benefits are payable for that injury.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Establishing Fault: Evidence and Comparative Negligence<\/h2>\n<p><strong>To prove fault, you need evidence.<\/strong> Police reports, witness statements, accident photos, and expert accident reconstruction all help show who caused the crash. Common causes include speeding, distracted driving, failure to yield, running red lights, and impaired driving.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what matters to you: Florida&#8217;s comparative-negligence rule.<\/p>\n<p>Under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Florida Statute \u00a7768.81<\/a>, if you are found <strong>more than 50% at fault<\/strong>, you cannot recover any money\u2014period. <\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re 30% at fault and the other driver is 70% at fault, you recover 70% of your damages. If you&#8217;re 51% at fault, you recover nothing.<\/p>\n<p>Your own conduct\u2014speeding, distracted driving, failure to yield\u2014directly reduces or eliminates what you recover. Insurance companies and opposing lawyers will argue you were partly or mostly at fault. This is where legal guidance protects your rights and challenges unfair fault claims.<\/p>\n<h2>What Compensation May Be Available<\/h2>\n<p>The serious injury threshold applies to damages for pain, suffering, mental anguish, and inconvenience, so you may recover those damages only if your injury meets it.<\/p>\n<p>Settlements vary widely based on injury severity, clarity of fault, and insurance limits. There is no &#8220;standard&#8221; amount. Each case is unique.<\/p>\n<h2>Protect Your Claim: Mistakes to Avoid<\/h2>\n<p>Small mistakes can cost you thousands:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t post about the accident on social media.<\/strong> Insurance adjusters monitor Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. A photo of you at a restaurant or gym can be used to argue you&#8217;re not as injured as you claim.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t give a recorded statement to the other driver&#8217;s insurance company without talking to a lawyer first.<\/strong> Adjusters are trained to extract statements that hurt your claim.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t accept an early settlement without understanding your full injuries.<\/strong> Some injuries worsen over time. Early payment may leave you short.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t delay seeking medical care or legal help.<\/strong> The longer you wait, the weaker your evidence becomes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Florida&#8217;s Filing Deadline Is Strict<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Florida sets a deadline for filing a personal-injury lawsuit, and the length of that deadline depends on the type of claim.<\/strong> Under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Florida Statute \u00a795.11<\/a>, if you miss this deadline, your claim can be barred. A disability or other reason does not pause the deadline except as <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.051.html\">Florida Statute \u00a795.051<\/a> provides.<\/p>\n<p>Many people delay seeking legal help, thinking they have time. They don&#8217;t. Insurance negotiations can take months or years. If you do not file a lawsuit before the deadline that applies to your claim, your claim can be barred&mdash;even if the insurance company was negotiating unfairly or offered an insulting settlement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact a lawyer well before the deadline.<\/strong> A lawyer can file a lawsuit to protect your rights while settlement talks continue.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Want to know where you stand?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell us what happened and our team will walk you through the options available to you, at no cost.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>When to Contact a Car Accident Lawyer<\/h2>\n<p>Reach out to a lawyer if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You suffered a serious injury (permanent scarring, disfigurement, significant loss of function, or death in the family)<\/li>\n<li>The other driver was uninsured or underinsured<\/li>\n<li>Liability is unclear or disputed<\/li>\n<li>The insurance company denies your claim or offers an unreasonably low settlement<\/li>\n<li>You&#8217;re unsure whether your injuries meet Florida&#8217;s serious injury threshold<\/li>\n<li>You&#8217;re approaching the two-year statute-of-limitations deadline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Early legal guidance prevents costly mistakes and protects your rights.<\/p>\n<h2>How CHG Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help<\/h2>\n<p>Our firm focuses exclusively on serious personal-injury cases, including car accidents that cause lasting harm. We serve Florida residents, including people in Greenacres.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what we do:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free case evaluation:<\/strong> We review your accident, injuries, insurance situation, and medical records at no cost. We answer your questions and explain your options.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation:<\/strong> We gather police reports, witness statements, medical records, and accident-reconstruction evidence to build a strong case.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation:<\/strong> We handle all communication with insurance companies and opposing counsel, so you don&#8217;t have to.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Litigation:<\/strong> If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are prepared to take your case to trial.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Contingency fee model:<\/strong> You pay nothing upfront. We recover our fees only if we recover compensation for you. This removes the financial barrier to legal consultation and aligns our interests with yours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/maritime-accident-investigator-examining-failed-deck-equipme-photo-13-1024x572.jpg\" alt=\"Maritime accident investigator examining failed deck equipment on commercial fishing vessel.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/maritime-accident-investigator-examining-failed-deck-equipme-photo-13-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/maritime-accident-investigator-examining-failed-deck-equipme-photo-13-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/maritime-accident-investigator-examining-failed-deck-equipme-photo-13-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/maritime-accident-investigator-examining-failed-deck-equipme-photo-13-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/maritime-accident-investigator-examining-failed-deck-equipme-photo-13.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in Florida?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida sets a deadline for filing a personal-injury lawsuit under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Florida Statute &sect;95.11<\/a>, and the length of that deadline depends on the type of claim. Missing this deadline can bar your claim.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What counts as a &#8220;serious injury&#8221; in Florida?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serious injury includes significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function, permanent injury within a reasonable degree of medical probability (other than scarring or disfigurement), significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement, or death. Injuries that do not meet these criteria do not meet the serious injury threshold.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I recover if I was partially at fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, if you\u2019re 50% or less at fault (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&#038;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81(6)<\/a>). You&#8217;ll recover a percentage of damages equal to the other driver&#8217;s fault. If you&#8217;re more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover anything.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Should I post about my accident on social media?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Insurance adjusters monitor social media and use posts and photos to argue you&#8217;re not injured or are exaggerating your claims.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What should I do if the insurance company denies my claim?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact a lawyer. You may have grounds to appeal or pursue a lawsuit against the at-fault driver directly.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if a family member was killed in the crash?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Surviving spouses, children, and parents may pursue a wrongful-death claim. This is a catastrophic outcome, and Florida law recognizes the family&#8217;s right to recover for their loss and funeral expenses. Contact a lawyer immediately\u2014the two-year deadline applies to wrongful-death claims as well.<\/p><\/details><hr \/>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve been injured in a car accident in Greenacres and aren&#8217;t sure whether your injuries qualify for a claim, how the two-year deadline affects you, or how your own conduct might affect recovery, <a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">reach out for a free case evaluation<\/a>. People in your situation can contact us\u2014and we&#8217;re here to help you understand your rights and next steps.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What to Do Right After a Car Accident<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check for Injuries &amp; Call 911<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your safety and the safety of others comes first. If anyone is hurt, call emergency services immediately. Even if injuries aren&#x27;t obvious, some symptoms appear hours or days later.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Document the Scene<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take photos of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and the accident location. Get the names, phone numbers, and insurance details of the other driver(s) and any witnesses.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Report the Accident<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">File a police report if there are injuries or significant damage. Get the report number. Notify your own insurance company promptly, but keep your description factual and brief.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seek Medical Attention<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See a doctor even if you feel fine. Some injuries\u2014whiplash, internal bleeding, traumatic brain injury\u2014aren&#x27;t immediately obvious. Medical records are crucial evidence for your claim.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Important: Florida&#8217;s Filing Deadline<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida law sets a deadline for filing a personal-injury lawsuit, and the length of that deadline depends on the type of claim. Missing this deadline means losing your right to recover damages permanently. Don&#x27;t wait.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Why Your Car Accident Claim Matters<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You May Recover Damages<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Medical bills, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and other losses caused by the crash may be recoverable from the at-fault driver&#x27;s insurance or through a lawsuit.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Evidence Fades Fast<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Witness memories dim, road conditions change, and security camera footage is often deleted after 30 days. The sooner you act, the stronger your claim.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insurance Tactics Matter<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurers often minimize payouts or deny claims outright. Having an attorney on your side levels the playing field and protects your interests.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Don&#x27;t Pay Unless There&#x27;s a Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We handle car accident claims on a contingency basis\u2014no attorney&#8217;s fees unless there is a recovery. You focus on healing; we handle the legal work.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Questions About Car Accidents in Florida<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What counts as a &#x27;serious injury&#x27; in Florida?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serious injury includes permanent scarring or disfigurement, significant and permanent loss of bodily function, or permanent injury. Many car accident injuries qualify, even if they don&#x27;t seem &#x27;catastrophic&#x27; at first.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who pays for my medical bills if I&#x27;m injured?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Florida, your own auto insurance&#8217;s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage pays medical expenses up to your policy limit, regardless of fault. PIP pays 80% of reasonable medical expenses and 60% of lost income, up to the $10,000 policy limit, if you get initial care within 14 days of the crash (Fla. Stat. \u00a7 627.736). After PIP is exhausted, the at-fault driver&#x27;s liability insurance may cover additional damages.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I recover if I was partially at fault?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Florida&#x27;s comparative negligence rule allows you to recover damages even if you were partly responsible\u2014as long as you were not more than 50% at fault (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&#038;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81(6)<\/a>). Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if the other driver was uninsured?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your own Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage protects you. If you don&#x27;t have UM coverage or it&#x27;s insufficient, other options may be available depending on the circumstances of the crash.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Don&#x27;t Navigate This Alone<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" 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