Auto accidents can cause devastating injuries, bringing emotional, physical, and financial stress to you and your family. You may struggle to pay mounting medical bills. Returning to work might be impossible. Activities you once enjoyed may now be difficult, even painful.
In these challenging moments, it can feel like there's nowhere to turn for help. Your insurance company seems more interested in protecting their bottom line than supporting your recovery. If another driver was involved, their insurer may be pressuring you to accept a quick, lowball settlement offer.
William Potucek knows the insurance playbook inside and out. Before founding Peninsula Law Firm, he spent years representing insurance companies and corporations, defending them against personal injury lawsuits. Now, he uses that insider knowledge to maximize settlement awards and judgments for accident victims throughout Highlands County and Lake Placid.
When you need someone on your side—someone who will give your case the personalized attention it deserves—you need Peninsula Law Firm. Before you sign anything with the insurance companies, speak with our team. We're here to answer your questions, protect your rights, and help you recover the full compensation you deserve.
When you're injured by another driver through no fault of your own, you can seek compensation for your injuries in the form of damages. This isn't meant to punish the at-fault driver—rather, damages are designed to put you back in the same financial position as if the accident never happened.
You may receive compensation for economic damages such as:
You may also be entitled to non-economic damages, including pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and emotional trauma. These damages are often difficult to calculate, which is why it's important to speak with an experienced attorney who understands Florida auto accident law and can determine the full value of your case.
If you were injured in a car accident in Florida, you and the other party may share responsibility for the collision. Under Florida's comparative fault system, if you're partially at fault for the accident, your compensation can be reduced by a percentage equal to your share of responsibility.
Insurance companies often use this law to diminish the value of your claim. They'll comb through accident reports, photographs, witness statements, and other evidence to assign as much blame to you as possible—even when their insured driver was primarily at fault.
Even if you were partially responsible for your accident, you should speak with a Highlands County auto accident lawyer as soon as possible. At Peninsula Law Firm, we have insider experience representing insurance companies. We know exactly how they try to minimize payouts and devalue claims. That experience is now your advantage. Call us to discuss your case, and we'll start building the strongest possible claim for the compensation you deserve.
Florida is one of several states that requires every driver to carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. This no-fault system is designed to pay for medical bills and other economic damages for anyone covered under your policy—regardless of who caused the accident.
However, PIP has significant limitations. It doesn't cover non-economic damages like pain and suffering, and coverage limits are often insufficient for serious injuries. That's where a personal injury lawsuit becomes necessary.
To file a lawsuit against another driver in Florida, you must meet a "serious injury" threshold under Florida Statute 627.737. You must have experienced one of the following as a result of the accident:
It's important to note that the no-fault system doesn't apply to vehicle damage claims. You can pursue compensation for property damage from the at-fault driver without limitation.
Most car accidents in Florida are caused by driver negligence—a failure to exercise reasonable caution that results in harm or damage. Common examples include running red lights, failing to yield, distracted driving, and ignoring speed limits.
Common causes of accidents in Highlands County and Lake Placid include:
To have a valid car accident case, you must prove that the other driver acted negligently and that their negligence directly caused your injuries. An experienced Florida accident lawyer can help you establish negligence and build a compelling case for full compensation.
You've been through enough. The last thing you need is to navigate complex insurance claims and Florida's legal system on your own while you're trying to heal.
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Whether you have questions about who's liable, how much your case is worth, or what happens next—we're here to help. Contact Peninsula Law Firm today and let an experienced Highlands County auto accident lawyer fight for the compensation you deserve.
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