{"id":76890,"date":"2026-10-19T13:31:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T13:31:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-settlements-florida\/does-car-accident-lawyer-charge-if-i-lose-florida\/"},"modified":"2026-11-04T00:55:16","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T00:55:16","slug":"does-car-accident-lawyer-charge-if-i-lose-florida","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-settlements-florida\/does-car-accident-lawyer-charge-if-i-lose-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Hialeah Florida Car Accident Lawyers: Fees Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"A traffic accident investigator photographs vehicle damage and road conditions at a multi-vehicle collision scene.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-traffic-accident-investigator-photographs-vehicle-damage-a-photo-14.jpg\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><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\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hialeah, Florida | <a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-settlements-florida\/\">Car Accidents<\/a><\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hialeah Car Accident Cases: Understanding Your Fees Before You Decide<\/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);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">CHG Personal Injury Lawyers serves Hialeah and communities throughout Florida. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. We charge no attorney&#x27;s fees or case costs unless there is a recovery.<\/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\">Request your free consultation<\/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\/\">Request your free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/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\">How our fees work<\/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=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Free<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">First consultation, confidential, no obligation<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--check chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">No fee<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">No attorney&#x27;s fees or case costs unless there is a recovery<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/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 October 19, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<h2>Why the Fee Question Comes First After a Florida Car Crash<\/h2>\n<p><em>By Igor Hernandez, responsible lawyer, CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Many people search for Hialeah Florida car accident lawyers. They want one answer first: will I owe money if I lose? Under the firm&#8217;s stated terms, CHG Personal Injury Lawyers charges no attorney&#8217;s fees and no case costs unless there is a recovery.<\/p>\n<p>Think about the weeks after a crash. You may be going to medical visits. You may be waiting on a repair shop. Your paychecks may be getting smaller. A bill from a lawyer on top of that can feel like one more worry.<\/p>\n<p>This page explains how car accident lawyers are paid. It covers case costs and what happens at a free first consultation. It also covers why timing matters under Florida law.<\/p>\n<p>No lawyer can promise what a claim will bring. Every case turns on its own facts. This page is general information, not advice about your situation.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/wrecked-car-on-urban-street-showing-severe-vehicle-damage-fr-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Black and white photo of a wrecked car with heavy front-end damage on a city street.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" 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>How a Contingency Fee Works in Florida<\/h2>\n<p>A contingency fee is a share of the money recovered for the client. The lawyer is paid from that recovery. The fee rises or falls with the outcome, not with hours billed.<\/p>\n<p>Many personal injury firms use this structure. That is why the percentage matters. Ask what percentage applies to a settlement. Ask what changes if the case goes to trial. Florida law also limits fees in some claims against government bodies. That is covered below.<\/p>\n<p>Before you sign, ask:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What percentage applies to a settlement, and what changes at trial?<\/li>\n<li>Is the fee figured before or after case costs are subtracted?<\/li>\n<li>Which parts of the agreement cover fees, and which cover costs?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The most common mistake is signing before you know how the percentage applies at each stage. Ask for the terms in writing. Read them slowly, just as you would any contract.<\/p>\n<h2>What Case Costs Are and When They Are Repaid<\/h2>\n<p>Case costs are out-of-pocket expenses needed to build a claim. They are separate from the lawyer&#8217;s fee. Common examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Court filing fees<\/li>\n<li>Charges for medical and police records<\/li>\n<li>Fees for witnesses who testify about the crash or your injuries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your written agreement should explain how costs are handled. It should also say when they are repaid from a recovery. Read that section closely. The way costs are repaid affects what you keep from any recovery.<\/p>\n<p>If a recovery happens, ask for an itemized closing statement. It should list each fee and each cost deducted. Check every line before you accept the money. Costs can also add up over a long case. Ask for a running total whenever you want one.<\/p>\n<p>The mistake to avoid is treating fees and costs as the same thing. They are different lines on your paperwork. Each one deserves a question.<\/p>\n<h2>What Happens at Your Free Initial Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>CHG offers a free first consultation. It is confidential and carries no obligation to continue. It is your chance to share your facts and ask questions before you decide anything.<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for Hialeah Florida car accident lawyers, this consultation is the first step. The lawyer will ask how the crash happened. The lawyer will ask about your injuries and how you are being treated. Answer honestly, even when the details are uncomfortable. Accurate facts help the lawyer give you a useful answer.<\/p>\n<p>Bring what you have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The crash report number, if you have one. Florida&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flhsmv.gov\/traffic-crash-reports\/\">crash report information<\/a> explains how involved parties can get crash details.<\/li>\n<li>Insurance letters, claim numbers, and any offers you have received.<\/li>\n<li>The names of doctors, clinics, and hospitals you visited.<\/li>\n<li>Photos of the scene, the vehicles, and your injuries.<\/li>\n<li>Pay stubs or notes about work you missed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Come with questions about fees, costs, and the closing statement. Ask how fault could affect your claim, too. Florida&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">comparative fault statute<\/a> bars recovery for any party found greater than 50 percent at fault for his or her own harm. A party found more than 50 percent at fault for his or her own harm may not recover any damages, but this rule does not apply to personal injury or wrongful death claims arising out of medical negligence under chapter 766.<\/p>\n<p>The lawyer reviews your facts. The lawyer then explains whether the firm will take the matter. You decide whether to sign.<\/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>Florida Deadlines That Affect When You Should Call<\/h2>\n<p>The clock generally starts when the claim accrues. That is when the last required element of the claim occurs. Florida&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.031.html\">computation of time statute<\/a> explains this rule.<\/p>\n<p>The exact limit depends on the type of claim and who is involved. The main limitation periods are listed in Florida&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">limitations statute<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Claims against government bodies follow extra steps. The Florida Department of Financial Services describes notice and waiting-period requirements. Every accident is different, and the facts of each case determine which rules may apply. See its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myfloridacfo.com\/division\/risk\/state-liability-claims\/claims-process\">state liability claims process<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The safer course is to reach out promptly. Do not wait and see.<\/p>\n<h2>Why CHG Personal Injury Lawyers Handles Car Accident Claims This Way<\/h2>\n<p>CHG Personal Injury Lawyers is a Florida-based firm. It serves people throughout Florida, including Hialeah and Miami-Dade County. The practice focuses on personal injury matters. These include car and truck crashes, motorcycle accidents, other serious injuries, and wrongful-death claims.<\/p>\n<p>Igor Hernandez is the responsible lawyer for this page. He is admitted to The Florida Bar. The firm&#8217;s support staff handle office and scheduling tasks. Our team helps keep the process moving.<\/p>\n<p>Some matters may be referred to, or handled together with, another law firm. If that happens, you will be told before any work begins.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accident Lawyer Fees in Florida<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I pay a lawyer if I lose my car accident case?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the firm&#8217;s stated terms, a case that recovers no money does not create an attorney&#8217;s fee or case-cost bill for you.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is the first consultation free?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. It is confidential and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will I get a written fee agreement?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask for one before you sign. Read every section, including the costs section.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a lawyer to file a Florida car accident claim?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A lawyer can explain your options. A lawyer can also review your situation and discuss any time limits that may apply.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if a government vehicle or a rideshare car caused the crash?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida law caps attorney&#8217;s fees at 25 percent of any judgment or settlement in claims under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.28.html\">Florida Statute 768.28<\/a>. Rideshare crashes can also involve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0627\/Sections\/0627.748.html\">Florida&#8217;s law on transportation network companies<\/a>. Tell us which app was in use.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-damaged-car-sits-on-a-dimly-lit-city-street-at-night-after-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A 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\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Igor Hernandez About Your Crash and Its Fees<\/h2>\n<p>If a crash in Hialeah has left you with medical bills and missed paychecks, you may have a question. You may wonder whether a lawyer would cost you money. You do not have to settle that question alone.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/a> to ask about your free, confidential first consultation. There is no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<p>No lawyer can promise a result. Your facts and Florida law shape what happens next.<\/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. 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Our team will listen and explain your options at no cost to you.<\/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\">Clear explanation of fees<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will walk you through how our fees and case costs work, in plain language, before you decide whether to move forward.<\/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--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focus on your family&#x27;s recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serious crashes affect medical care, work, and daily life. We concentrate on helping you pursue compensation so you can focus on healing.<\/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--location\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving Hialeah and all of Florida<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We represent people injured in car accidents throughout Florida, including Hialeah, Miami, and the communities nearby.<\/p><\/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\">Act promptly<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida law sets deadlines for injury claims, and waiting can affect your options. Follow your doctor&#x27;s care, keep records of your treatment and expenses, and contact our office as soon as you can.<\/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\">Speak with us today<\/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\/\">Speak with us today<\/a><\/div><\/div>\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 fees<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide 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\">Do I pay if I lose my car accident case?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CHG Personal Injury Lawyers charges no attorney&#x27;s fees and no case costs unless there is a recovery. A case that does not recover money does not create a fee or cost bill for you under our stated terms.<\/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\">Is the first consultation free?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/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\">How are fees explained to me?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will explain our fee arrangement during your consultation so you understand what applies to your case before you decide.<\/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 still call if my accident was in Hialeah?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. We serve people injured in Hialeah and throughout Florida. Call us to talk about what happened and what your options may be.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-secondary-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--secondary,#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\">Talk with CHG Personal Injury Lawyers about your Hialeah car accident. 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