Miami Car Accident Attorney and Auto Accident Lawyer

If another driver caused a crash that injured you in Miami-Dade County, a Miami car accident attorney at the Law Offices of Jason Turchin may be able to help you seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering through PIP, bodily injury and uninsured motorist claims. Call 800-337-7755 for a free consultation, available 24/7.

Driving in Miami is dangerous. Aggressive commuters crowd Interstate 95 (I-95), tourists drive distracted through South Beach, and gridlock fills US-1 (South Dixie Highway) every day. Because of this, the risk of a serious motor vehicle collision is a daily reality for South Florida residents. After a serious crash, life can quickly become chaotic. You may face growing emergency room bills, calls from insurance adjusters, missed days or weeks of work, and the physical pain of your injuries.

At the Law Offices of Jason Turchin, our Miami car injury lawyers handle auto accident claims across Florida. We understand how many major auto insurance companies operate, and we are familiar with the tactics they may use to minimize, delay or deny a valid personal injury claim. If you were hurt because of another driver’s negligence, an experienced Miami auto accident lawyer with the resources to work with medical professionals and take a case to litigation when needed can help you pursue the compensation the law may allow.

Call 800-337-7755 today or use our live chat for a free, confidential consultation. We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, and fees and costs are waived if there is no recovery. That means you can hire a car accident lawyer in Miami without paying anything up front.

The Reality of Miami-Dade County Traffic Collisions

Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of preventable death and serious injury in the United States, and Miami-Dade County often has some of the highest crash totals in Florida. Crash data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) shows thousands of crashes in Miami-Dade County every year, leading to thousands of injuries and many deaths. Even school buses are involved, as in a vehicle and school bus collision near Sweetwater.

Our auto accident attorneys in Miami often represent clients injured on some of the most dangerous roads and intersections in South Florida, including:

• US-1 (South Dixie Highway): Often cited as one of the most dangerous highways in the country. High speeds, heavy traffic and many congested intersections can lead to serious T-bone and rear-end crashes.
• I-95 and the Express Lanes: Known for sudden, illegal lane changes through the plastic express lane dividers, speeding and multi-vehicle chain-reaction pileups.
• The Palmetto Expressway (SR 826): Construction zones, narrow lanes, heavy commercial truck traffic and sudden stops can lead to high-impact rear-end collisions.
• The Dolphin Expressway (SR 836): A major east-west route where bottlenecks and aggressive merging happen every day.
• Biscayne Boulevard and Brickell Avenue: Busy urban areas packed with pedestrians, electric scooters, rideshare vehicles and distracted drivers looking for parking or drop-off spots.

Common Causes of Miami Car Accidents

Negligent driving takes many forms. To succeed in a personal injury case, our investigators and attorneys work to show that the other driver breached their legal duty of care while operating their vehicle. Common examples of driver negligence we can investigate and litigate include:

Distracted Driving

Florida has laws against texting while driving, yet distraction remains a leading cause of crashes. Drivers who check GPS directions, send text messages, browse social media or talk on the phone while handling Miami’s complex traffic often fail to notice stopped traffic until it is too late.

Drunk Driving and DUI Crashes

Miami’s nightlife unfortunately leads to many impaired drivers on the road. We can pursue drunk driving accident claims on behalf of injured victims. In these cases, you may be able to seek punitive damages in addition to standard compensation, and Florida law may not apply its usual cap on punitive damages when a defendant was impaired by alcohol or drugs. Under Florida’s dram shop law, we can also investigate whether a bar or nightclub knowingly served a person habitually addicted to alcohol or unlawfully served a minor, which may allow a claim against that business as well.

Aggressive Driving and Speeding

Miami is known for aggressive drivers who weave through traffic without signaling, tailgate at highway speeds and run red lights at major intersections. Speed reduces reaction time and greatly increases the force of an impact. When aggressive driving turns into confrontation, the case may involve road rage accidents and their legal consequences.

Tourist Confusion and Rental Cars

Miami attracts millions of international and out-of-state visitors every year. Many of these drivers do not know local roads, which can lead to sudden stops in moving traffic, illegal U-turns across several lanes and dangerous wrong-way driving on one-way streets in downtown Miami.

Types of Auto Accident Cases We Can Handle

Every car accident may call for its own legal strategy. A rear-end collision requires different evidence than a commercial truck crash. Our Miami car accident lawyers can handle a wide range of motor vehicle crashes, including:

Rear-End Collisions

These are among the most common crashes in Miami’s stop-and-go traffic. They are often dismissed as fender benders, but the sudden snapping motion of a rear-end impact can cause serious whiplash, herniated spinal discs and lasting nerve damage. In Florida, there is generally a rebuttable presumption that the rear driver was negligent in a rear-end collision.

T-Bone and Side-Impact Crashes

These crashes usually happen at intersections when a negligent driver runs a red light or a stop sign. The sides of vehicles offer far less protection than the front or rear, so T-bone crashes can cause life-threatening injuries to people on the side that was hit, including broken pelvises, broken ribs and traumatic brain injuries.

Rideshare Accidents (Uber and Lyft)

Crashes involving Uber or Lyft drivers can be complex because they may involve large commercial insurance policies and specific Florida rideshare laws. The amount of coverage available often depends on the driver’s status at the moment of the crash, such as whether the app was off, whether the driver was waiting for a ride request, or whether a passenger was in the vehicle. Our attorneys have experience handling Uber and Lyft accident claims and can work to identify every policy that may apply.

Commercial Truck and Semi-Truck Accidents

When a fully loaded 18-wheeler, which can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, collides with a passenger car, the results can be catastrophic. Trucking cases can involve Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules, complex company records, electronic logging devices and vehicle data recorders, and teams of corporate defense lawyers. A commercial trucking claim calls for an experienced litigator.

Hit and Run Accidents and Uninsured Motorists

Florida has a high rate of uninsured drivers and hit-and-run crashes. If the at-fault driver flees the scene or does not have bodily injury insurance, our attorneys can review your own auto insurance policy to see if you may file an Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) claim. We can pursue your own insurance company to seek payment for medical bills and pain and suffering when that coverage is available and appropriate.

Fatal Car Crashes (Wrongful Death)

If a crash results in the loss of a loved one, the legal process changes. Our firm can work with probate teams that coordinate with our civil litigators. We can help open the estate in Miami-Dade probate court and file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of your family to seek compensation for funeral expenses, lost future net accumulations and mental pain and suffering.

Common Serious Injuries in Miami Car Crashes

Insurance adjusters are often trained to downplay injuries, calling them pre-existing conditions or minor strains. Our attorneys work closely with orthopedic surgeons, neurologists and pain management doctors to document the medical severity of your injuries. We regularly pursue compensation for:

Spinal Cord Injuries and Herniated Discs

The force of a car crash can compress the spine and cause the gel-like discs between the vertebrae to rupture or herniate. This can press on the spinal cord or nerve roots and cause radiating pain, numbness and tingling down the arms (cervical radiculopathy) or legs (sciatica). These injuries may require epidural steroid injections or spinal fusion surgery.

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

You do not need to lose consciousness to suffer a brain injury. Striking your head on the steering wheel or side window, or even the force of an airbag deployment, can cause concussions, brain bleeds (subdural hematomas) and diffuse axonal injuries. We often assist clients with brain injury claims involving memory loss, chronic migraines and personality changes.

Orthopedic Injuries and Fractures

Bracing for impact often results in broken wrists, broken arms and fractured collarbones. Knee injuries, such as torn ACLs and meniscus tears, can happen when the knee strikes the dashboard in a frontal collision. Rotator cuff tears in the shoulder are also common because of the restraint force of the seatbelt.

Soft Tissue Injuries (Whiplash)

Whiplash involves the extreme hyperextension and hyperflexion of the neck muscles and ligaments. Insurance companies often try to dismiss whiplash, but serious soft tissue tearing can lead to years of chronic pain, limited range of motion and the need for long-term physical therapy and chiropractic care.

Florida Car Accident Laws: What You Should Know

Florida auto insurance and personal injury laws are strict, technical and subject to change. Handling them without an experienced attorney can lead to a claim being underpaid or denied. It also helps to understand the types of car insurance in Florida. Here are key rules to know:

The 14-Day PIP Rule

Florida is a no-fault insurance state. After an accident, your own auto insurance company is generally required to pay up to $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits, covering 80% of reasonable medical expenses and 60% of lost wages, no matter who caused the crash.

There is an important catch. Under Florida law, you must seek medical treatment from a qualified provider within 14 days of the accident. If you wait longer than 14 days to see a doctor, you may lose your PIP benefits entirely.

The Emergency Medical Condition (EMC) Requirement

Even if you see a doctor within 14 days, you do not automatically receive the full $10,000. A qualified medical provider must determine that you have an Emergency Medical Condition (EMC). If an EMC is not documented, your PIP medical benefits may be limited to $2,500. Our attorneys can work with your treating physicians so your medical records accurately reflect your condition and you can access the benefits you may be entitled to.

Florida’s Modified Comparative Negligence Law (HB 837)

In March 2023, Florida made major changes to its civil justice system. The state moved from pure comparative negligence to modified comparative negligence.

What does this mean for you? You may still recover compensation even if you were partly at fault for the crash, but your recovery is reduced by your share of fault. If you are found more than 50% at fault, you are generally barred from recovering any compensation from the other driver. Insurance defense lawyers now often work hard to shift more than half of the blame onto injured people. An experienced litigator can help protect you from these blame-shifting tactics.

The 2-Year Statute of Limitations

The 2023 tort reform also shortened the time to file a negligence lawsuit. For crashes that happened after March 24, 2023, you now generally have two years from the date of the car accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in Florida, down from the previous four years. Crashes that happened earlier may follow the older deadline. If you miss the deadline that applies to your case, the court will likely dismiss your claim, so it is wise to speak with a lawyer early.

How Do You Get Paid for Pain and Suffering?

PIP insurance covers part of your early emergency room bills and medical care, but it does not cover everything. PIP also does not compensate you for the emotional trauma, physical pain and loss of quality of life caused by the crash.

To seek money for pain and suffering, we generally file a third-party claim against the at-fault driver’s bodily injury liability coverage, or against your own UM/UIM coverage if the at-fault driver has no bodily injury coverage or not enough to fully compensate you. Under Florida law, you must generally show that you meet the Florida tort threshold. We can work to obtain medical testimony showing, if true, that you suffered a permanent injury within a reasonable degree of medical probability, significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement, or significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function. Once this threshold is met, you may be able to seek damages for pain and suffering.

Filing a Miami Car Accident Lawsuit: Step by Step

When you hire the Law Offices of Jason Turchin, we can handle the legal work so you can focus on healing. Here is how we can help with your claim and, if needed, a Miami car accident lawsuit:

1. Evidence Preservation and Investigation: We can send preservation (spoliation) letters to protect key evidence, such as nearby surveillance video, red-light camera footage and the event data recorder (EDR) information from the vehicles involved. We can also obtain the official crash report and interview eyewitnesses.
2. Medical Coordination: We can coordinate with your medical providers, who should know how to properly document trauma injuries for a legal claim.
3. The Demand Package: Once you reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI), we can gather your medical bills, lost wage records and medical reports into a detailed demand letter sent to the insurance company.
4. Negotiation: We can negotiate with the insurance adjusters on your behalf.
5. Litigation and Trial: If the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer, our litigation team can file a lawsuit in Miami-Dade County civil court. We can conduct depositions, handle discovery, present your case at mediation and take your case to a jury when appropriate.

What to Do Immediately After a Car Accident in Miami

Imagine you have just been rear-ended at a busy intersection in Coral Gables. Your adrenaline is pumping and you may be in shock. To protect your health and your legal rights, consider these steps (you can also read more about what to do after a car accident in Miami):

1. Call 911 and Stay Put: Call the police and ask them to complete an official Florida Traffic Crash Report. This report contains the at-fault driver’s insurance information and the officer’s account of the scene. Do not simply exchange information and drive away. The other driver may give false insurance details or later claim the accident never happened or that you were at fault.
2. Take Extensive Photos and Videos: Use your phone to document the damage to all vehicles, where the cars came to rest, skid marks, broken glass and any visible injuries such as cuts, bruises or bleeding.
3. Gather Witness Information: If anyone stopped to help, get their names and phone numbers right away. Independent witnesses can be very important if the other driver gives their insurance company a different story.
4. Seek Immediate Medical Attention: Go to the nearest emergency room or urgent care center if you feel even slight pain. Adrenaline can hide serious pain and internal injuries, and you must also meet Florida’s 14-day PIP rule.
5. Do Not Give a Recorded Statement: The at-fault driver’s insurance adjuster may call you quickly, act friendly and ask for a recorded statement. Do not give one. Adjusters are often trained to ask leading questions that may lead you to admit partial fault or downplay your injuries.
6. Call a Miami Car Accident Lawyer: Contact our firm before speaking to any insurance representatives so we can help protect your rights from day one.

Why Choose the Law Offices of Jason Turchin

Attorney Jason Turchin is the founder and principal attorney of the Law Offices of Jason Turchin, a personal injury firm based in Weston, Florida. He and his legal team handle car accident cases from every corner of Miami-Dade County, including the City of Miami, Miami Beach, Homestead, Coral Gables, Kendall, Aventura, Pinecrest, Cutler Bay, Miami Springs, Hialeah, Wynwood and Doral. The firm handles personal injury cases in Florida, New York, New Jersey and Washington, D.C., and throughout the U.S. with a network of co-counsels and local counsels.

Attorney Jason Turchin was AV Preeminent Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence by Martindale-Hubbell in 2026. He also received the Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum Award in 2026, which reflects feedback from the clients he has served.

He holds an Avvo 10.0 Superb Rating and has been named to the Super Lawyers list from 2020 through 2026.

Attorney Jason Turchin has been featured on CBS Evening News, CBS This Morning, Rolling Stone, Washington Post, Bloomberg News, USA Today, CNN, New York Times and Wall Street Journal.

Cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, with fees and costs waived if there is no recovery. You pay nothing up front, and you can learn more about reasons to hire a car accident lawyer in Miami before you decide.

If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury in a car accident, an experienced Miami personal injury lawyer at the Law Offices of Jason Turchin can help you understand your options. Call 800-337-7755 today. We are available after hours and on weekends to take your call.

Miami Car Accident FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do at the scene of a car accident in Miami?

First, make sure you are safe and call 911 to request police and medical help. Exchange driver’s license and insurance information with the other driver, but do not apologize or admit fault. Take wide and close-up photos of the vehicle damage, the intersection and the weather conditions. Then seek medical care as soon as you leave the scene.

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

Under Florida’s 2023 tort reform law, you generally have two years from the date of a car accident that happened after March 24, 2023 to file a personal injury lawsuit. This is typically a strict statute of limitations, and if you miss it, the court may dismiss your case. Wrongful death claims also generally have a two-year limit. Because deadlines can vary, talk with a lawyer as early as possible.

The insurance adjuster offered me a quick settlement check. Should I take it?

Do not accept a first offer or sign a release without talking to a lawyer. Insurance companies may offer low settlements within days of a crash, hoping you will accept before you know the full extent of your injuries. Once you sign a release and cash the check, you generally cannot ask for more money, even if you need surgery a month later.

Can I still recover money if the police report says I was partially at fault?

You may still be able to recover compensation. Florida uses a modified comparative negligence system. As long as you are 50% or less at fault for the crash, you may still recover, but your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are found more than 50% at fault, you generally cannot recover from the other driver.

What if the driver who hit me did not have car insurance?

This is a common problem in Miami. If you are hit by an uninsured driver or are the victim of a hit-and-run, our attorneys can file a claim under your own Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage if you have it. This coverage acts as a safety net and may pay for your bodily injuries and pain and suffering when the at-fault driver cannot.

What is PIP and why does the 14-day rule matter?

Personal Injury Protection (PIP) is required no-fault insurance in Florida that covers part of your early medical bills and lost wages, up to $10,000. The law requires you to receive initial treatment from a qualified provider, such as a doctor, hospital or chiropractor, within 14 days of the crash. If you miss this 14-day window, you may lose your PIP benefits completely.

What types of damages can I seek after a Miami car crash?

You may be able to seek economic damages, which include past and future medical bills, lost wages and loss of future earning capacity. You may also seek non-economic damages for physical pain, emotional distress, scarring and loss of enjoyment of life, if you meet Florida’s tort threshold. In rare cases involving extreme recklessness, such as drunk driving, you may be able to seek punitive damages.

Do I have to go to court and testify in front of a jury?

Not necessarily. Many car accident cases are resolved out of court through negotiation or mediation. However, if the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer, our litigation team is prepared to take your case to trial.

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

No. You generally have no legal obligation to give a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurance adjuster. Adjusters may try to get you to say something that minimizes your injuries or suggests you were partly at fault. Let your attorney handle communications with the other insurance company.

How do I choose the best car accident lawyer in Miami?

Look for a Miami car accident attorney with experience handling auto accident claims in Miami-Dade County, verifiable peer and client ratings, clear contingency fee terms and a willingness to take a case to trial when appropriate. A free consultation lets you ask questions before you decide. Learn what to expect during a free consultation with a personal injury attorney.

How much does it cost to hire a Miami car accident lawyer at your firm?

There is no up-front cost. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis and can advance the costs needed to investigate your crash, retain accident reconstructionists and file a lawsuit. Our fee is a percentage of any recovery, and fees and costs are waived if there is no recovery.

Talk to a Miami Car Accident Attorney Today

If you were hurt in a crash on I-95, US-1, the Palmetto Expressway or anywhere in Miami-Dade County, you do not have to deal with the insurance companies alone. A Miami auto accident attorney at the Law Offices of Jason Turchin can review your case, explain your options and help you take the next step. Call 800-337-7755 or use our live chat or contact form to schedule your free consultation.

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