When another driver causes you to suffer serious injuries in a crash, you may have options for holding them accountable and recovering compensation beyond your no-fault auto insurance coverage. Our Ojus car accident lawyers can help you develop your claim and pursue the money you need for your current and future damages.
When you trust an Ojus personal injury lawyer from Meldon Law with your case, you have more than 50 years of compassion, integrity, and success on your side. We have been dedicated to helping our clients get the justice they deserve since opening our firm in 1971. Contact us today for a free consultation with our team.
How Much Is My Car Accident Case Worth?
After a crash in Ojus, your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage pays some of your medical expenses and lost wages up to the limit, typically $10,000. For more serious injuries, the state’s no-fault laws allow you to pursue additional compensation beyond PIP. This is possible by filing a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.
Each case is different and has its own unique expenses and losses. There is no one-size-fits-all answer for how much your case might be worth. Our lawyers identify and document a wide range of recoverable costs, pursuing money to cover damages such as:
- Medical care costs
- Future care, including therapies and rehabilitation
- Ongoing care and support needs
- Lost income and reduced earning capacity for debilitating injuries
- Pain and suffering
- Lasting disability or diminished quality of life
- Emotional distress
- Wrongful death damages, if a victim passes away
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Call UsOur Attorneys Have the Experience and Skill Necessary to Build a Strong Case
Meldon Law represents victims with serious accident injuries based on contingency. We never ask our clients to pay us for upfront expenses or fees. We work only for a portion of the money we recover for them in their case. We only get paid when our clients win compensation.
You can count on our team to build the strongest case possible and recover appropriate compensation for you. We know the outcome of your case matters to your family and your future. We will take on your case like it was our own and will not back down, even if it is complex or challenging.
You can see from our recent verdicts and settlements that our team has the skill, experience, and knowledge necessary to determine liability and prove negligence in a car accident case. We can also discuss your case with you in English or Spanish to ensure you have the facts and information you need to understand your case. Contact us today to learn more.
Our Attorneys Understand How Car Accident Cases Work in Ojus, FL
If you suffered serious injuries, a collision lawyer from our team can look into your case and determine fault and liability. They know how careless and reckless drivers cause crashes, which often includes:
- Running red lights
- Running stop signs
- Failing to yield
- Following too closely
- Failing to maintain their lane
- Unsafe lane changes
- Ignoring traffic signals
Other factors that can contribute to causing collisions include:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Driving under the influence
- Driving while fatigued
- Reckless or aggressive driving
When Can I File a Fault-Based Case?
To pursue a case against the at-fault driver, your injuries must meet the serious injury threshold set by Florida Statute § 627.737. This statute specifies you can only recover some types of damages, including pain and suffering, when your injuries fall into at least one of these categories:
- Permanent loss of a significant bodily function
- Permanent injury (based on medical expert opinions)
- Significant and lasting scarring or disfigurement
- Death
It is important to note that proving a serious injury generally requires substantial medical evidence. This could include working with experts to confirm the severity of the injury. The best way to determine if you may have a serious injury is to discuss your options with our team. We provide free consultations and can assess your options. You can count on our team to provide clarity about your rights.
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Call UsHow Our Team Approaches Car Accident Cases
When our team builds and files a fault-based car accident claim for a client, we take the steps required to develop the most robust, compelling case possible. This could allow us to negotiate a fair settlement without needing to resort to litigation.
To prove negligence in a Florida car crash, our attorneys must have evidence to show:
- The other driver owed you a duty of care.
- They breached that duty, typically by breaking traffic laws.
- Their breach directly caused the crash.
- You suffered damages as a result.
Each case is different, but typical evidence available to prove fault and liability in these cases includes:
- Police accident reports
- Eyewitness statements
- Photos and videos of the crash scene
- Traffic camera or surveillance footage, unless dash cam footage exists
- Medical records documenting injuries
- Expert witness testimony
- Accident reconstruction
- Vehicle damage reports
- Traffic citations for the at-fault driver
After investigating the accident and collecting evidence, we will take the next steps to seek fair compensation for you. In many cases, we can negotiate for a fair settlement backed by the evidence against the liable party. When this is not possible or not the best option based on your case facts, we may need to file a lawsuit and prepare the case for trial.
Throughout this process, our team will continue to communicate with insurance companies on your behalf and represent you in court or settlement discussions. If we do need to sue, Fla. Stat. § 95.11 generally sets a two-year deadline to do so.
Discuss Your Case With Our Team to Learn More About Your Options
At Meldon Law, we provide free case reviews for seriously injured car accident victims in Ojus. We can evaluate your case and determine your possible options for seeking fault-based compensation. Learn how our car accident lawyers help victims get the compensation they deserve. Contact us today to get started.
