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Car and Auto Accident

Motor Vehicle Accidents are responsible for many injuries and deaths each year.  In 2007, there were over 41,000 traffic fatalities reported in the U.S. and over 3,200 traffic fatalities reported in Florida.  Every 10 seconds, someone is involved in a motor vehicle accident in this country.  

Motor Vehicle Accidents can include the following types of accidents:

  • Car Accidents
  • Truck Accidents (including Semi Tractor Trailer Accidents)
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Boating Accidents

There are many different types of Motor Vehicle Accidents.  Some of the most common types of Motor Vehicle Accidents include:

  • Rear End Collisions
  • Head On Collisions
  • T-Bone Collisions
  • Rollover Accidents
  • Side Swipe Accidents

Motor Vehicle Accidents can cause serious, even fatal injuries depending on the circumstances of the accident.  Injuries from Motor Vehicle Accidents can include minor cuts and bruises, broken bones, head injuries, neck injuries, burns, or catastrophic injuries such as spinal cord injuries, paralysis, loss of a limb or disfigurement.  Motor Vehicle Accidents can also result in death.

Motor Vehicle Accidents can be caused by many different factors.  Some common causes of Motor Vehicle Accidents include the following:

  • Excessive Speed or Driving Too Fast for the Conditions
  • Aggressive Driving
  • Driver Inexperience (Teenage Drivers)
  • Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Other Drugs
  • Reckless or Dangerous Driving
  • Illegal Lane Changes
  • Inattentiveness or Driver Distraction Caused by Cell Phone Use, Music, or Other Passengers 
  • Fatigue
  • Negligently Maintained Equipment (such as Brakes, Turn Signals, or Brake Lights)
  • Manufacturing Defects in the Vehicle

Many different claims can arise from a Motor Vehicle Accident in which injuries occur.  Some of these clams include:

  • Personal Injury Claims
  • Property Damage Claims
  • Wrongful Death Claims if a Fatality is Involved
  • Social Security Disability Claims if the Accident Results in a Disabling Injury
  • Workers’ Compensation Claim if you are Injured while Driving on the Job
  • Spouse’s Loss of Consortium Claim (depending on the circumstances)
    • In certain circumstance, if a spouse is seriously injured, the other spouse may be able to bring a Loss of Consortium claim for loss of normal marital relations. 
  • Parent’s Filial Consortium Claim 
    • In certain circumstances, if a child is seriously injured, the parent may be able to bring a Filial Consortium Claim for loss of the child’s companionship, love, affection, and society in the past and the future.

There are also many different parties that may be liable for injuries sustained in a Motor Vehicle Accident.  If you have been injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident, or have had a loved one killed in a Motor Vehicle Accident, you may have a claim against:

  • PIP Insurance Companies
  • Uninsured Motorist Carriers
  • Other Driver and His or Her Insurance Company
  • Vehicle Manufacturer in the Event of a Manufacturing Defect that Caused the Accident

If you are injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident, it is vital that you seek medical attention for your injuries immediately.  It is important that you receive medical attention and care for your injuries while your case is pending.

It is also important that you document the circumstances of the accident.  If possible, you should take pictures of the damage to each car, as well as the surrounding area and road.  It is also important to get the names, addresses, and phone numbers of any person that witnessed the accident.  You should also ensure your car is repaired correctly, and should get a second opinion on what repairs need to be made to the car. 

Florida Motor Vehicle Accident Liability

It is important to be aware that Florida is a No Fault State.  This means that an injured driver’s insurance company will pay for minor injuries and lost wages sustained in a Motor Vehicle Accident Regardless of who is at fault.  This requires motorists to carry certain minimums of insurance.  Florida requires motorists to carry a minimum of $10,000 for Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and $10,000 Property Damage Liability (PDL). 

Florida has the 5th highest percentage of uninsured drivers in the United States.  It is estimated that 23% of drivers in Florida drive without insurance.  Drivers that do not carry insurance or that are underinsured place themselves and every other person they encounter on the road at risk.  If you are injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident caused by an uninsured or underinsured driver, you may be covered under your own insurance policy’s Underinsured or Uninsured Motorist Coverage. 

Motor Vehicle Accident cases in Florida can involve many complex legal issues.  Many tourists from around the United States and around the world come to Florida on vacation and drive on Florida roads.  These tourists may be involved in car accidents.  States differ on the amount of coverage required by these drivers, and most states have different insurance requirements than Florida.  The cases become even more complicated when a driver involved in an accident is from a place outside of the United States.

Motor Vehicle Accidents can become more complicated when a driver involved is on the job.  This can include those driving company vehicles, driving their own vehicles but on company time, or those driver Trucks or Tractor Trailers for a trucking company.  In all of these situations, it can often be difficult to determine who is liable for injuries resulting from a Motor Vehicle Accident.

If you have been injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident or a loved one has been the victim of a fatal Motor Vehicle Accident, it is important that you contact a Car Accident Lawyer or Motor Vehicle Lawyer that is experienced in handling these kinds of cases to determine if you have a claim.

Contact us today.

At The Coye Law Firm, our experienced Car and Auto Accident Attorneys will assess your situation and determine if you have a claim and who you have a claim against.  The Coye Law Firm has offices in Orlando, Clermont, Kissimmee and Melbourne, and can handle Motor Vehicle Accident cases from around the state of Florida.

If you have been injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident, or a loved one has been killed in a Motor Vehicle Accident, call the experienced accident lawyers at The Coye Law Firm to determine if you have a case.  Call Today.   

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