Car Accident Lawyer in Miami

Miami’s highways are among the most dangerous in Florida. From pileups on I-95 and the Palmetto Expressway to hit-and-runs in busy neighborhoods, car accidents in Miami-Dade County leave thousands injured every year. Tacher Law has spent more than 40 years standing up for Miami crash victims and their families.

Whether your crash involved a distracted driver on Brickell Avenue, a speeding motorist on the Dolphin Expressway, or an uninsured driver anywhere in the county, you have rights — and strict deadlines to protect them.

How Florida Auto Injury Claims Work

Because Florida uses a no-fault insurance system, your first source of recovery after a Miami crash is usually your own PIP policy, which covers up to $10,000 in medical expenses and lost income. When injuries are severe, Florida’s serious-injury threshold allows you to pursue the at-fault driver for additional damages, including pain and suffering.

Two rules make legal guidance especially important. First, Florida’s modified comparative fault law bars recovery entirely if you are found more than 50% responsible — insurers exploit this to shift blame onto victims. Second, the statute of limitations for negligence claims is generally two years, and evidence like surveillance footage disappears fast.

Steps to Protect Your Claim

Report the crash to police and obtain the report number.
Seek medical care immediately and follow all treatment recommendations.
Document everything: photos, witness names, and a written account while memories are fresh.
Do not sign anything or accept a settlement offer from an insurer without legal advice.
Contact an attorney as soon as possible.

Why Miami Drivers Choose Tacher Law

We know how local insurers and defense firms operate, and we prepare every case as if it will go to trial. That preparation — accident reconstruction, medical testimony, and a full accounting of your economic and non-economic losses — is what forces fair settlements. Our fee is contingent on winning your case.

Get a Free Case Review

Call +1 (305) 644-2211 for a free consultation. Visit us at 16445 Collins Avenue, Suite 1625, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160, or send us a message through our contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in Florida?

Florida generally gives you two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. That deadline is strict — miss it and your claim is typically barred no matter how strong it is. A separate, shorter deadline applies to your own injury protection benefits, so it is important to get legal advice early.

What is Florida’s 14-day PIP rule?

Florida is a no-fault state, which means your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays your initial medical bills and part of your lost wages regardless of who caused the crash. But you must seek medical treatment within 14 days of the collision — if you wait longer, you can lose those benefits entirely, even if you were seriously hurt.

What if the other driver has no insurance in Florida?

You still have options. Your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM) coverage can step in to pay what the at-fault driver cannot, which is why carrying UM coverage is so important in Florida. You may also pursue the at-fault driver’s personal assets, though that is often difficult to collect. Tacher Law can review your policy for free and identify every available source of recovery — call (305) 644-2211.

Can I still recover compensation if the crash was partly my fault?

Yes, up to a point. Florida follows modified comparative negligence: you can recover if you were partly at fault, but your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault — and if you are found more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover anything at all. For example, if you were found 20% at fault, your recovery would be reduced by 20%. Insurance companies routinely try to push your share of the blame over that 50% line, which is why having counsel matters.

Should I give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company?

It is generally not in your interest to do so without legal guidance. Adjusters are trained to ask questions designed to minimize your claim, and anything you say can be used against you later. You are not required to give the other driver’s insurer a recorded statement. Consider speaking with an attorney first — Tacher Law offers free consultations at (305) 644-2211.